Muya Gitao v Timothy Kingondu Moki [2003] KEHC 758 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 758
- Citation
- [2003] KEHC 758 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 April 2003
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment and order of the Senior Resident MagistrateCoramD.K.S. AGANYANYA
Holding
The appeal is dismissed with 1⁄2 costs to the appellant. Liability is apportioned at 50%-50% between the driver of the motor vehicle and the cyclist.
Facts
A road traffic accident occurred on Ngong Road involving a bicycle rider and a motor vehicle. The respondent alleged he was injured by the appellant's vehicle, while the appellant claimed he was hit by a cyclist.
Issues
- Proof of the respondent's case
- Apportionment of liability
- Appellant's admission of involvement
Reasoning
The court found no independent evidence to determine blame and ordered a 50%-50% apportionment of liability. The award of Kshs.100,000/= general damages was upheld.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- 1⁄2 costs to the appellant
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