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Crash destroyed her life, justice deserted her
Ms Hellen Mueni, who lost both her hands in a road accident in 2001, is totally dependent on others. Although she was awarded Sh8,280,000 by the courts, she is yet to receive it. Photos/HEZRON NJOROGE
Posted Sunday, February 7 2010 at 20:00
In Summary
- She lost hands, teeth and broke her skull nine years ago but is yet to be paid for loss
In February 2008, just as Ms Mueni and her lawyers were planning to move against the owner of the matatu and his driver, a notice appeared in the papers. The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) had placed Invesco under statutory management.
The company had in the meantime secured a blanket injunction against all those with claims against it.
The blanket injunction was reinstated on January 20, this year, two days after the IRA announced Invesco had been issued with a trading licence, meaning it could begin to operate.
Ms Mueni unsuccessfully sought help from the IRA in the meantime and eventually almost gave up on the matter altogether.
“I know I’ll be paid. That has been my constant prayer and hope,” she told the Nation.
Spirits high
Her spirits might be high, but physically she is weakening.
She complained of pain in her left leg and increasing dizzy spells.
This morning , all those with genuine claims against the revived insurance company will start trooping to Tumaini House on Moi Avenue to collect and fill forms.
Amongst them will be a clerk from the office of Mr Omolo. When the filled form is returned at the end of 14 days, the slow wheels of justice will once more begin to turn for Ms Mueni.
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