Sri Devaraju v. the New India Assurance Co. Ltd.
Case brief
What is this about?
The High Court of Karnataka allowed this appeal for enhancement of compensation in a motor accident case. Redetermining the income and disability implications based on the principle that disability percentage does not automatically equate to loss of earning capacity, the Court increased the award from Rs.18,05,310 to Rs.27,65,110.
What did the court decide?
Enhanced compensation awarded to the appellant. 75% of the enhanced amount to be kept in fixed deposit for 10 years; balance released immediately.