Lokesh C v. Master Tharun
Case brief
What is this about?
High Court of Karnataka allowed multiple first appeals challenging motor accident compensation awards. The court ruled the insurance company is liable despite license discrepancies and enhanced compensation for three injured claimants, awarding an additional ~Rs. 1.95 million to one minor.
What did the court decide?
Insurance company to indemnify owner; owners' deposit refunded; claimants granted additional global compensation of Rs. 20,000 and enhanced compensation of Rs. 1,95,500.