Anthony Munene Nyaga v Okech Moses [2016] KEHC 5047 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5047
- Citation
- [2016] KEHC 5047 (KLR)
- Decided
- 20 May 2016
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TypePersonal InjuryPostureAppeal from a previous interlocutory judgmentCoramJ. K. SERGON
Holding
The court awards a total of Kshs. 1,510,674/= in damages, including general damages for pain and suffering, loss of amenities, future medical expenses, and special damages.
Facts
The plaintiff, Anthony Munene Nyaga, was injured in an accident caused by the defendant, Okech Moses, who was driving a motor vehicle. The plaintiff suffered multiple injuries including open fractures of the right humerus and traumatic amputation of three right foot toes.
Issues
- Quantum of damages
- Loss of earning capacity
Reasoning
The court awarded general damages for pain and suffering and loss of amenities based on the plaintiff's injuries, and future medical expenses based on the doctor's assessment.
Outcome
Judgment in favor of the plaintiff
Orders
- Award of damages amounting to Kshs. 1,510,674/=
- Award of interest at court rates from the date of judgment till payment in full
- Award of costs of the suit
Remedies
- Damages
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