Lilian Muthoni Kinyua (Alias Lilian Muthoni Gitau) & 3 others v Julius N. Kinuthia & 3 others[2007] KEHC 2874 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2874
- Citation
- [2007] KEHC 2874 (KLR)
- Decided
- 20 April 2007
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TypeCivilPostureAppeal from a previous judgmentCoramOndeyo, Rimita
Holding
Both vehicles were equally liable for the accident, and the defendants are jointly and severally liable for the plaintiffs' damages.
Facts
The deceased Erastus Gitau Njuguna was a passenger in a vehicle that collided with another vehicle, resulting in his death and injuries to the plaintiffs.
Issues
- liability of the drivers involved in the accident
- quantum of damages
Reasoning
The court found that the drivers were equally at fault and that the accident was a result of both vehicles over-speeding.
Outcome
Judgment for the plaintiffs for Kshs.1,381,080 in damages, costs, and interest.
Orders
- Costs to be borne by the 1st and 2nd defendants 50% while 3rd and 4th defendants jointly and severally the other 50%.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (2)
- HCCC NO. 1299 OF 1998 – NAIROBI – Elijah Oleku Vs George Ikonya Thuo
- Joyce Wambui Ngungu Vs Toffic Bus Services Ltd – HCCC NO. 1331 OF 1997 – NAIROBI
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