Hassan Sab v. Ramesh G. Tippanoor and Anr.
Case brief
What is this about?
Enhancement of compensation; challenge to quantum of Claims Tribunal award; claimant's appeal allowed in part; component-wise re-assessment of damages (future earning capacity, pain and suffering, medical expenses, attendant charges, amenities, income during laid-up period); interest from date of petition till realization; interest denied for period of delay in filing appeal; grievous injuries/occurrence of accident undisputed; High Court of Karnataka; source text corrupted — figures, names and dates illegible.
What did the court decide?
Part enhancement of compensation: total compensation re-assessed and granted (rupee amount not legible in source), with interest per annum from the date of petition till the date of realization at a rate not legible in source; interest withheld for the period of delay in filing the appeal (number of days not legible).