#litigation

Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has requested the court to dismiss Zakhem's claim for $84.1 million, which includes $19 million in alleged unpaid contractual dues and $65.1 million in interest. KPC argues that the claim is legally untenable as the matters were previously resolved through earlier litigation, negotiated settlements, and a consent judgment.

The article from Business Times discusses public nuisance litigation as a legal mechanism for communities to address ongoing harm caused by businesses or property owners. It outlines how this tool can empower neighborhoods to seek protection and remedy against detrimental activities affecting their environment and quality of life.