KASARANI SPORTSVIEW HOTEL LTD. vs JAMES MATHENGE MUNENE [2002] KEHC 1073 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1073
- Citation
- [2002] KEHC 1073 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the Senior Principal MagistrateCoramD.K.S. AGANYANYA
Holding
The appellant is found fully to blame for the accident, and the award of Kshs.250,000/= in general damages is upheld.
Facts
Respondent James Mathenge Munene was injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle registered as KAG 443N. The appellant, KASARANI SPORTSVIEW HOTEL LTD., was alleged to be the owner or controller of the vehicle. The respondent claimed damages for injuries sustained, while the appellant denied liability.
Issues
- Ownership of the motor vehicle
- Quantum of damages awarded
Reasoning
The appellant admitted to driving the vehicle and was found fully responsible. The award of damages was justified considering the nature and extent of the injuries.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed with costs
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