Mwamachi v Reenah Kenya Ltd (Civil Case E064 of 2025) [2025] SCC 27 (KLR) (10 December 2025) (Judgment)
- Court
- SCC
- Case number
- 27
- Citation
- [2025] SCC 27 (KLR)
- Decided
- 10 December 2025
AI Summary
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TypeSmall ClaimsPostureConsent judgment on liabilityCoramKimondo
Holding
The claimant is awarded Kshs.350,000/= in general damages, Kshs.3,550/= in special damages, and Kshs.38,400/= in future medical expenses. The claimant is also awarded costs and interests.
Facts
On August 26, 2025, the claimant was driving when the respondent's vehicle rammed into him from behind, causing soft tissue injuries to his neck.
Issues
- liability
- quantum of damages
- costs
Reasoning
The court considered similar cases and awarded damages based on the nature of injuries and the eluxion of time.
Outcome
The claimant is awarded Kshs.391,950/= in total, less 10% contribution, resulting in a net total of Kshs.352,755/=. Costs follow events.
Orders
- Liability 90:10
- General damages Kshs.350,000/=
- Special damages Kshs.3,550/=
- Future medical expenses Kshs.38,400/=
- Net total Kshs.352,755/=
- Award costs and interests from judgment until payment in full
- Close the file
Remedies
- Damages
- Costs
Authorities cited
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- Kitale Hauliers Ltd vs Winston Wanyonyi Lugulu
- Anas Baraza Vs Jesca Olala Kanani & Another
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