Socfinaf Company Limited v Samuel Kariuki Kihiu [2015] KEHC 3717 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3717
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 3717 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment finding the Appellant liable and awarding Ksh.55,000 in general damagesCoramJ. K. SERGON
Holding
The appeal is dismissed with costs to the Respondent
Facts
The Respondent filed a suit against the Appellant alleging industrial accident injuries caused by the Appellant's negligence. The Appellant denied the allegations and the Chief Magistrate found the Appellant liable.
Issues
- Appellant's liability for the Respondent's injuries
- Reasonableness of the general damages award
Reasoning
The court found the Appellant liable for the Respondent's injuries sustained while on duty. The award of Ksh.55,000 in general damages was reasonable and supported by evidence.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Judgment in favor of the Respondent in the sum of Ksh.55,000/= as general damages
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