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Court Stays RM1 Million Costs Order for British Woman in Negligence Case
An appellate court has granted a stay of execution on costs in a negligence suit against a British woman, citing financial hardship as her young son undergoes medical treatment. Justice Choo Kai Sing ruled that immediate enforcement would be unduly burdensome on the defendant.
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The Court of Appeal has intervened to halt the enforcement of a RM1 million costs order against a British woman involved in a negligence lawsuit, recognising her difficult personal circumstances.
Justice Choo Kai Sing granted the stay of execution after considering the applicant's submission that enforcing the costs immediately would impose substantial financial strain. The judge noted that the woman's minor son is currently receiving medical treatment, a factor that weighed significantly in the court's decision.
The ruling provides temporary relief to the defendant while the matter remains under judicial consideration. The stay effectively postpones collection of the costs order, allowing the defendant additional time to address her financial obligations without compromising essential care for her dependent child.
The case highlights how appellate courts may exercise discretion in enforcing financial judgments when circumstances demonstrate genuine hardship, particularly when dependent minors are involved. The decision underscores the court's willingness to balance legal obligations with humanitarian considerations in appropriate cases.