Nelson Njihia Kimani v David Marwa & another [2017] KEHC 5748 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5748
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 5748 (KLR)
- Decided
- 13 April 2017
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TypePersonal InjuryPostureAppeal from the original trial outcomeCoramJ.N. MULWA
Holding
The court finds the plaintiff's case proved on a balance of probability and awards general damages of Kshs. 1,509,445.
Facts
The plaintiff, Nelson Njihia Kimani, was driving a vehicle when the steering wheel broke, causing the vehicle to roll over and injure the plaintiff. The plaintiff sued the registered owner of the vehicle and the beneficial owner for negligence.
Issues
- Negligence of the vehicle owner
- Authorization to drive the vehicle
Reasoning
The court found the plaintiff's case proved on a balance of probability, apportioning liability equally between the plaintiff and the vehicle owner. The court awarded general damages, future medical expenses, and special damages.
Outcome
Judgment entered for the plaintiff against the 1st defendant, with 50% liability apportioned and no costs awarded.
Orders
- General damages awarded to the plaintiff
- No costs awarded to either party
Remedies
- General damages of Kshs. 1,509,445
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