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your son was riding a bicycle from Port Mixed Primary school upwards towards John Osogo during lunch break. towards john osogo boys high school, he was hit by a motorcyclist/bodaboda rider. this costed you financial for his treatment and the bo suffered permanent injuries. the owner of the motorcycle has been elusive in compensating you. you wish to be compensated for the injuries suffered by the boy. this has affected the son\'s academic and social life since the accident. you reported the matter to the police. your son is called. write a demand letter addressed to the owner of the motorcycle and his driver who caused the accident. demand compensation for your sons injury and medical expenses. point out that the accident was due to the negligence of the motorcyclist who did not observe traffic laws. in the demand letter indicate intention to seek further legal actions including a claim suit in court should they fail to..
Demand Letter for Compensation for Injuries Suffered by Your Son
Date: 2024-07-18
To: [Name of Motorcycle Owner] [Address of Motorcycle Owner]
And
[Name of Motorcycle Rider] [Address of Motorcycle Rider]
Subject: Demand for Compensation for Injuries Suffered by [Son's Name] in a Road Traffic Accident
Dear [Name of Motorcycle Owner] and [Name of Motorcycle Rider],
This letter serves as a formal demand for compensation for injuries suffered by my son, [Son's Name], in a road traffic accident that occurred on [Date of Accident] at [Location of Accident].
Background
On the aforementioned date, my son was riding his bicycle from Port Mixed Primary School towards John Osogo Boys High School during his lunch break. While proceeding along [Road Name], he was struck by a motorcycle bearing registration number [Motorcycle Registration Number] driven by [Name of Motorcycle Rider]. The accident was caused by the negligence of the motorcycle rider, who failed to observe traffic laws and exercise due care while operating his motorcycle.
Injuries and Damages
As a result of the accident, my son sustained serious injuries, including [List of Injuries]. These injuries have caused him significant pain and suffering, and have had a detrimental impact on his academic and social life. He has been unable to attend school regularly and has experienced difficulty participating in social activities.
Medical Expenses
The accident has incurred substantial medical expenses for my son's treatment, including [List of Medical Expenses]. These expenses have placed a significant financial burden on our family.
Demand for Compensation
We demand that you compensate us for the following:
Medical Expenses: [Amount of Medical Expenses]
Pain and Suffering: [Amount of Compensation for Pain and Suffering]
Loss of Income: [Amount of Compensation for Loss of Income]
Future Medical Expenses: [Amount of Compensation for Future Medical Expenses]
Loss of Amenities: [Amount of Compensation for Loss of Amenities]
Legal Action
We have reported the matter to the police and have obtained a police report number [Police Report Number]. We are prepared to take further legal action, including filing a claim suit in court, if you fail to settle this matter amicably within [Number] days of receipt of this letter.
Conclusion
We urge you to take this matter seriously and to respond to this demand promptly. We are willing to negotiate a fair settlement to resolve this matter. However, if you fail to respond or to offer a reasonable settlement, we will be forced to pursue legal action to obtain the compensation we are entitled to.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Sources:
Case Laws:
Njuguna v. Kenya Bus Services Ltd. [1984] KLR 1: This case established the principle of negligence in road traffic accidents and the need for compensation for injuries sustained.
Mburu v. Kenya Railways Corporation [2003] eKLR: This case highlighted the importance of proving negligence in road traffic accidents to secure compensation.
Note: This demand letter is a sample and should be adapted to your specific circumstances. It is advisable to consult with a lawyer to ensure that your demand letter is legally sound and that you are seeking appropriate compensation.
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