Michael Muriithi Mathenge v Charles Muriithi Kariga [2020] KEHC 10124 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 10124
- Citation
- [2020] KEHC 10124 (KLR)
- Decided
- 30 September 2020
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the Nyahururu Magistrate's CourtCoramKLR J. Nyarangi
Holding
The court found that the appellant had an opportunity to recall the respondent and that the trial court had territorial jurisdiction.
Facts
A motor vehicle accident occurred on 21/7/2004 resulting in the death of Lucy Wacuka Mureithi. The respondent, Charles Muriithi Kariga, filed a suit against the driver and the registered owner of the vehicle for special and general damages.
Issues
- Whether the appellant was shut out of the Respondent's case.
- Whether the trial court had territorial jurisdiction to hear and determine the matter.
Reasoning
The court considered the pleadings, evidence, and submissions. It found that the appellant was not shut out of the respondent's case and that the trial court had jurisdiction.
Outcome
The appeal was dismissed.
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