Joseph Njogu Njuguna v Kevin Lewis Safari [2015] KEHC 8256 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 8256
- Citation
- [2015] KEHC 8256 (KLR)
- Decided
- 2 June 2015
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TypeArbitrationPostureApplication to set aside Arbitral AwardCoramKimaru
Holding
The application is dismissed, with costs to the Respondent
Facts
The applicant, Joseph Njogu Njuguna, sought the setting aside of the Arbitral Award dated 21st January 2014 due to his advocates' failure to attend the hearing and file a Defence.
Issues
- Lack of proper notice of the arbitral proceedings
- Failure to present the case
- Violation of natural justice
- Irreparable loss and damage
Reasoning
The applicant was not given a fair chance to present his case due to his advocates' failure to attend the proceedings and file a Defence. The court found no merit in the application.
Outcome
Dismissed
Orders
- Application dismissed
- Costs to the Respondent
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Arbitration Act
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