Paul Murgor v Nation Media Group & 2 others [2017] KEHC 2221 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2221
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 2221 (KLR)
- Decided
- 6 October 2017
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TypeDefamationPostureMotion for Temporary InjunctionCoramJ. K. SERGON
Holding
The motion for temporary injunction is allowed in terms of prayer (iii). Costs of the motion to abide the outcome of the suit.
Facts
The plaintiff, Dr. Paul Murgor, filed an action against Nation Media Group Limited, The Business Daily, and David Herbling for defamation.
Issues
- Whether the plaintiff has shown irreparable damage if the temporary injunction is denied.
- Whether the defendants' publication can be justified until the suit is heard and determined.
Reasoning
The court ruled that the plaintiff has shown irreparable damage to his reputation if the defendants continue with their injurious publication, and that the injury cannot be compensated by an award of damages.
Outcome
Allowed
Orders
- Costs of the motion to abide the outcome of the suit.
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