Arthur Munyao Muuo & 5 others v Rosemary Wangui Kimaku & 2 others [2014] KEHC 4182 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 4182
- Citation
- [2014] KEHC 4182 (KLR)
- Decided
- 4 July 2014
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TypeCivil SuitPostureAppeal from a default judgmentCoramF. GIKONYO, J. KAMAU
Holding
The court grants judgment for the Plaintiffs in the sum of USD 15,375.00 and Kshs. 2,000, with interest and costs awarded.
Facts
The Plaintiffs filed an application for interlocutory judgment in default of defence, and the court entered interlocutory judgment in their favor. The Defendants did not attend the formal proof despite being served with notice.
Issues
- Validity of the entry of judgment
- Requirement for formal proof for liquidated demand
Reasoning
The court holds that a formal proof is not necessary for a liquidated demand and that the Plaintiffs are entitled to interest and costs.
Outcome
Judgment in favor of Plaintiffs
Orders
- Judgment for Plaintiffs in the sum of USD 15,375.00 and Kshs. 2,000
- Interest on USD 15,375.00 and Kshs. 2,000 at 12% per annum
- Interest on USD 15,375.00 at 23% for 30 days as profits
- Award of costs to Plaintiffs
Remedies
- Judgment in favor of Plaintiffs
- Interest on the awarded amount
- Costs awarded to Plaintiffs
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Civil Procedure Rules, 2010
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