Muniyasamy v. the Branch Manager
Case brief
What is this about?
The single judge of the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court condensed a delay of 190 days in filing a cross objection in an insured motor accident claim matter. The court imposed a cost of Rs. 500 to the Legal Services Authority and directed that no interest shall be applicable on the delayed period if the claim quantum is enhanced.
What did the court decide?
The petition to condone a delay of 190 days in filing the cross objection was allowed subject to stamp duty payment and condition regarding interest on enhanced quantum.