ESTHER WANJIRU KIARIE vs JOSEPH KIARIE NG’ANG’A [2003] KEHC 513 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 513
- Citation
- [2003] KEHC 513 (KLR)
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TypePersonal InjuryPostureAppeal from a judgment of the High Court of Kenya at NakuruCoramALNASHIR VISRAM
Holding
The Defendant is liable for the Plaintiff's injuries and is ordered to pay Kshs. 1,035,984 in general and special damages.
Facts
On January 7, 1999, the Plaintiff was a passenger in a motor vehicle registration number KAE 071M when it collided with another vehicle, causing her injuries. The Plaintiff sued the Defendant, the owner of the offending motor vehicle.
Issues
- Duty of care of the Defendant's driver
- Quantification of damages
Reasoning
The Court found that the Defendant's driver was the author of the accident and awarded damages based on the Plaintiff's medical reports.
Outcome
Affirmed
Orders
- Award of Kshs. 1,035,984 in general and special damages
- Award of costs of the suit and interest as prayed
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