Erastus Mutegi Njagi v Julius Mbaka Thaara [2005] KEHC 2725 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2725
- Citation
- [2005] KEHC 2725 (KLR)
- Decided
- 4 May 2005
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppellant seeks to set aside the decision of the taxing officer on Party and Party costsCoramALNASHIR VISRAM
Holding
The Appellant's application is dismissed with costs
Facts
The Appellant sought to challenge the decision on taxation of costs, alleging that the notice for taxation was issued by the Respondent's Advocate rather than by the Registrar of the Court.
Issues
- Whether the taxation was unlawful and in breach of the Advocates (Remuneration) Order
- Whether the quantum of costs was exorbitant and unjustified
Reasoning
The Appellant was given adequate notice of the date for taxation, and his failure to attend court was irresponsible. The provisions of Rule 72 of the Advocates (Remuneration) Order apply at the initial stage when the Bill of Costs is lodged.
Outcome
Dismissed with costs
Orders
- Application dismissed with costs
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Civil Procedure Act (Cap 21)
- Advocates (Remuneration) Order
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