John Joel Koskei v Kenya Power & Lighting Co. Ltd [2005] KEHC 2832 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2832
- Citation
- [2005] KEHC 2832 (KLR)
- Decided
- 5 May 2005
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TypePersonal InjuryPostureAppeal from a judgment in a civil suitCoramMUGA APONDI
Holding
The defendant is found 100% liable for the plaintiff's injuries and is ordered to pay Kshs.1,700,000 in general damages.
Facts
The plaintiff, John Joel Koskei, was a Meter Reader employed by Kenya Power & Lighting Co. Ltd. On November 23, 1993, while on duty, he was involved in an accident while riding a company motorbike, sustaining serious injuries.
Issues
- liability of the defendant for the plaintiff's injuries
- quantum of damages
Reasoning
The court found the defendant liable due to the lack of maintenance of the motorbike and the absence of protective gear. The court awarded Kshs.1,700,000 in general damages.
Outcome
Judgment in favor of the plaintiff
Orders
- General damages: Kshs.1,700,000
- Costs of the Suit
- Interest on general damages and costs
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