Explain the nature and advantages of commercial arbitration as a means of settling disputes ANSWER Arbitration This is a dispute resolution mechanism whereby disputes are settled of court by arbitral tribunals which make arbitral awards as opposed to judgement. This Read More …
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State four acts of commission that may constitute professional misconduct under the Accountants Act (Cap 531) Laws of Kenya
State four acts of commission that may constitute professional misconduct under the Accountants Act (Cap 531) Laws of Kenya ANSWER Under Section 28 of the Accountants Act, a member of the institute is guilty of professional misconduct if: 1. He Read More …
Explain each of the following rules of Statutory Interpretation; (i) Noscitur a sociis; (ii) Ejusdem generic; (iii) Mischief rule.
Explain each of the following rules of Statutory Interpretation; (i) Noscitur a sociis; (ii) Ejusdem generic; (iii) Mischief rule. ANSWER Noscitur a sociis This rule is to the effect that words of doubtful meaning derive the colour and precision from Read More …
Define Statute law and discuss its advantages
Define Statute law and discuss its advantages ANSWER Statute law: This law made by parliament directly in exercise of legislative power conferred upon it by the constitution. For example Judicature Act, Kadhis Court Act, Companies Act. Statute law is recognized Read More …
Inspector Sniff, offered a reward to anyone who would assist in giving information that could lead to the arrest and subsequent conviction of Rastara, a “most wanted carjacker” in the city. The reward of Kshs 100,000 was advertised in the local dailies. Ole Ndume who did not know of the reward volunteered information to inspector Sniff and Rastara was arrested and convicted. However inspector Sniff did not give Ole Ndume the reward. It is now three months since the arrest and Ole Ndume has learnt of the reward. He seeks your legal advice on whether he can successfully claim the reward. Advice Ole Ndume
Inspector Sniff, offered a reward to anyone who would assist in giving information that could lead to the arrest and subsequent conviction of Rastara, a “most wanted carjacker” in the city. The reward of Kshs 100,000 was advertised in the Read More …
Jambazi sneaked into Cassman Green‟s compound with the intention of breaking into his car and stealing a radio cassette. As he was walking towards the car park, he fill into a pit which Green had dug to construct a water reservoir. As a result Jambazi was seriously injured. Jambazi now seeks your legal advice as to whether he can successfully sue Green. State the legal principles applicable to the above facts and advise Jambazi
Jambazi sneaked into Cassman Green‟s compound with the intention of breaking into his car and stealing a radio cassette. As he was walking towards the car park, he fill into a pit which Green had dug to construct a water Read More …
Jambazi sneaked into Cassman Green‟s compound with the intention of breaking into his car and stealing a radio cassette. As he was walking towards the car park, he fill into a pit which Green had dug to construct a water reservoir. As a result Jambazi was seriously injured. Jambazi now seeks your legal advice as to whether he can successfully sue Green. State the legal principles applicable to the above facts and advise Jambazi
Jambazi sneaked into Cassman Green‟s compound with the intention of breaking into his car and stealing a radio cassette. As he was walking towards the car park, he fill into a pit which Green had dug to construct a water Read More …
Ndolo attended an auction conducted by Fagia Auctioneers Ltd. The auction goods were displayed in three different lots. However, Ndolo bid for the goods under a mistaken belief that he was bidding for all the goods. Eventually. When he went to collect the goods, he found only one lot reserved for him. Ndolo is aggrieved and seeks your legal advice. Advise him
Ndolo attended an auction conducted by Fagia Auctioneers Ltd. The auction goods were displayed in three different lots. However, Ndolo bid for the goods under a mistaken belief that he was bidding for all the goods. Eventually. When he went Read More …
Raju appointed Kariuki to transport fresh fish from Mombasa to Nairobi. As Kariuki was preparing to leave Mombasa to Nairobi, it rained heavily and the Thange River Bridge was swept off. As a result, Kariuki chartered a flight to Nairobi to deliver the fish as he feared the fish would go bad and he was unable to immediately contact Raju. However, upon arrival in Nairobi and delivery of fish, Raju refused to reimburse Kariuki charges for the flight Kariuki intents to sue Raju. Advice him
Raju appointed Kariuki to transport fresh fish from Mombasa to Nairobi. As Kariuki was preparing to leave Mombasa to Nairobi, it rained heavily and the Thange River Bridge was swept off. As a result, Kariuki chartered a flight to Nairobi Read More …
Jackson entered into a contract with Jacinta whereby Jackson was to introduce Jacinta to Tajiri with a view of Tajiri marrying Jacinta. Jackson asked Jacinta to give him Sh. 10,000 which she did. Jackson then introduced Jacinta to Tajiri and Tajiri promised to marry Jacinta in case his wife who was by then very ill in hospital passed away. However, Tajiri‟s wife Juliana underwent a successful surgery and fully recovered from the illness. Tajiri has now refused to marry Jacinta. Jacinta is aggrieved and wishes to sue Jackson and Tajiri. Advise her.
Jackson entered into a contract with Jacinta whereby Jackson was to introduce Jacinta to Tajiri with a view of Tajiri marrying Jacinta. Jackson asked Jacinta to give him Sh. 10,000 which she did. Jackson then introduced Jacinta to Tajiri and Read More …