Chandramma v. Dayanand and Anr.
Case brief
What is this about?
Injured claimant appealed under Section 173(1) MV Act against an award of Rs.1,40,000 for injuries sustained in a road traffic accident. Holding the Tribunal's disability assessment too low and several heads of damages unconsidered, the court assessed disability at 40% and enhanced compensation to Rs.4,73,500 with 6% interest.
What did the court decide?
Compensation enhanced from Rs.1,40,000 to Rs.4,73,500 with 6% interest from date of petition till realisation, less amounts already deposited; insurer to deposit balance within six weeks.