David Waweru Mwangi v Margaret Muriithi & 2 others [2021] KEHC 676 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 676
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 676 (KLR)
- Decided
- 20 December 2021
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TypeCivil AppealPostureFirst AppealCoramEC, Hon.
Holding
The 1st and 2nd respondents are liable for the accident, but the 3rd respondent is not liable for the appellant's claim.
Facts
On December 11, 2016, the appellant, David Waweru Mwangi, parked his car at the Rift Valley Sports Club. Margaret Muriithi, the 1st respondent, was driving a Toyota Hilux Surf and collided with the appellant's car, causing damage.
Issues
- Whether the 3rd respondent is liable for the appellant's claim
- Whether the appellant proved his claims against the respondents on a balance of probabilities
- What is the order as to costs
Reasoning
The court found that the 1st and 2nd respondents were responsible for the accident, while the 3rd respondent was not liable for the appellant's claim.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- The 1st and 2nd respondents are ordered to pay compensation to the appellant
Authorities cited
Legislation (1)
- Evidence Act Cap 80 Laws of Kenya
Cases cited (1)
- Anne Wambui Ndiritu vs Joseph Kiprono Ropkoi & Another [2005] 1 EA 334
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