Patrick Kinyanjui Njama v Evans Juma Mukweyi [2017] KEHC 9802 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 9802
- Citation
- [2017] KEHC 9802 (KLR)
- Decided
- 29 March 2017
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal on both facts and lawCoramKANYI KIMONDO
Holding
The appeal is partly successful, with the respondent receiving a net award of Kshs 2,670,588.75.
Facts
The respondent, Evans Juma Mukweyi, was involved in an accident while driving from Mombasa. He suffered multiple fractures and extensive soft tissue injuries, resulting in 30% disability.
Issues
- Quantum of damages
- Disregard of submissions by counsel
Reasoning
The court found the award of general damages, loss of earnings, and future medical expenses to be justified. However, the special damages were reduced due to lack of proof.
Outcome
The appeal is partly successful, with the respondent receiving a net award of Kshs 2,670,588.75.
Orders
- The appellant shall pay the respondent the sum of Kshs 2,670,588.75.
- The respondent shall receive interest and costs in the lower court.
- Each party shall bear its own costs in this appeal.
Remedies
- Net award of Kshs 2,670,588.75
Authorities cited
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