Daniel Nyandika Kimori v Monicah Achieng Ogola [2016] KEHC 1111 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 1111
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 1111 (KLR)
- Decided
- 11 November 2016
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment and decree of Hon. Z. Nyakundi (PM) in Rongo PMCC No.178 of 2010CoramH. A. OMONDI
Holding
The appeal is dismissed. The award of Kshs. 200,000/= for general damages is upheld, reduced by 30% contribution already visited on the Third Party.
Facts
Respondent Monicah Achieng Ogola was a passenger in the appellant Daniel Nyandika Kimori's motor vehicle when it was involved in an accident with motor vehicle Registration No. KAA 438U. The appellant's driver was charged with careless driving and driving a defective motor vehicle.
Issues
- Duty of care and liability in the accident
- Reasonableness of the award of general damages
Reasoning
The court considered the injuries sustained by the respondent and the relevant case law. The award was found to be reasonable given the circumstances.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The appellant shall bear costs of the appeal.
Authorities cited
Cases cited (1)
- STEPHEN KAMAU WANDERI & ANOR vs GLADYS WANJIKU KUNGU (2006) eKLR
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