Njue Gitonga Nthiga v Edward Nyamu Kibunyu (Suing as the Legal Rep. of the Estate of Peter Njinju Nyamu) [2015] KEHC 5636 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5636
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 5636 (KLR)
- Decided
- 12 March 2015
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from judgment and decree of the Chief Magistrate EmbuCoramF. MUCHEMI
Holding
The multiplier of 30 years is set aside and replaced with 25 years. The dependency ratio is changed from 2/3 to 1/2. The special damages are set aside and replaced with Shs.20,500/=
Facts
The deceased, Peter Njinju Nyamu, died in a road traffic accident. The respondent, Edward Nyamu Kibunyu, was awarded Kshs.580,567/= after 35% contribution plus costs. The appellant, Njue Gitonga Nthiga, argued that the award was unfair and excessive.
Issues
- Multiplier of years for loss of dependency
- Dependence ratio
- Special damages
Reasoning
The court considered the deceased's age and the circumstances of the case, finding that a multiplier of 25 years and a dependency ratio of 1/2 are more appropriate.
Outcome
The appeal is allowed, and the award of the court below is set aside. The appellant is awarded half costs in this appeal.
Orders
- Award of Shs.539,550/= plus Shs.20,500/= (less 35% 196,017) to the respondent by the appellant.
Remedies
- Half costs in this appeal.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (3)
- ARROW CAR LIMITED VS BIMOMO & 2 OTHERS [2004] 2 KLR 101
- KEMFRO AFRICA LTD VS GATHOGO KANINI VS A.M.M. LUBIA & ANOTHER [1982-1988] KLR 927
- KAMPALA CITY COUNCIL VS NAKAYE [1972] EA 446
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