Matthew Thuku v Cyrus Ndungu [2021] KEHC 6782 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 6782
- Citation
- [2021] KEHC 6782 (KLR)
- Decided
- 19 May 2021
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TypecivilPostureappeal from a judgment of a resident magistrateCoramS. Chitembe
Holding
The appeal is dismissed with costs to the respondent.
Facts
The respondent was involved in a road traffic accident on 29th August 2009, resulting in serious injuries. The appellant was found 100% liable.
Issues
- apportionment of liability
- quantum of damages
Reasoning
The court found the award of Kshs.500,000 for general damages not inordinately excessive and within the range of awards for comparable injuries. The award of Kshs.4,200 for special damages was upheld.
Outcome
Appeal dismissed
Orders
- Appeal dismissed with costs to the respondent
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