VICTORIA MUTIO v RAPHAEL K. NZAA [2000] KEHC 386 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 386
- Citation
- [2000] KEHC 386 (KLR)
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TypePersonal InjuryPostureAppeal from a judgment on liabilityCoramM.A. ANG’AWA
Holding
The plaintiff sustained injuries and is entitled to General Damages of Ksh.400,000 and costs. Other claims are dismissed.
Facts
Victoria Mutio was involved in an accident on the Thika-Garissa road at Makutano on May 17, 1992. She sustained injuries including paralysis of her right arm and bruises on her legs, face, and right arm.
Issues
- Did the plaintiff sustain injuries as a result of the accident?
- Is the plaintiff entitled to General and Special Damages?
- What order shall be made with regard to costs.
Reasoning
The court found that the plaintiff sustained injuries and awarded General Damages of Ksh.400,000. Other claims were dismissed due to lack of proof.
Outcome
Appeal upheld, judgment affirmed
Orders
- Liability 80% against the defendant
- General Damages Ksh.400,000
- Costs awarded to the plaintiff
- Interest from the date of this judgement
Remedies
- General Damages of Ksh.400,000
- Costs awarded to the plaintiff
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