Wamalwa Wandiaka (suing as the Legal Representative of the Estate of the Late Grace Wandiaka) v Samuel Mwenjeri & another [2021] KEHC 5235 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 5235
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 5235 (KLR)
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TypeCivil AppealPostureAppeal from a judgment of the Chief MagistrateCoramGithinji, Rawal
Holding
The trial court's award on quantum should not be disturbed.
Facts
The deceased, Grace Wandiaka, was a passenger in a motor vehicle registration number KAT 710 L when it collided with another vehicle on 1st May 2009. The plaintiff, Wamalwa Wandiaka, sued in her capacity as the legal representative of the deceased's estate.
Issues
- Whether the trial court's award on quantum should be disturbed.
Reasoning
The court re-evaluated the evidence and found that the trial court's award was not erroneous. The court adhered to the principles of assessing damages as a discretionary matter and ensuring that the award is commensurate with the injuries.
Outcome
Affirmed
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Civil Procedure Act
- Fatal Accidents Act
Cases cited (3)
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- Amos Wenyere & another v Ashford Muriithi Muregi & 2 others
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