Branch Manager v. Shamila
Case brief
What is this about?
Short condonation-of-delay order. Branch Manager, National Insurance Company Limited sought condonation of 48 days' delay in appealing the award dated 3rd February, 2025 in MCOP No 905 of 2021 passed by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal Judge/3rd Additional District Judge, Thirunelveli (claimants: Shamila, three minor sons and Abdullah Beevi; driver Baskar as R6). Madras High Court, Madurai Bench, CMP(MD) No 13833 of 2025 in CMA(MD) SR No 68128 of 2025, decided 09-10-2025; order by P. Velmurugan J. sitting with L. Victoria Gowri J. Petition allowed on the affidavit reasons; Registry to take the appeal on file if otherwise in order. No statute or precedent discussed; no quantum or costs.
What did the court decide?
Delay of 48 days in filing the CMA condoned; Registry directed to take the appeal on file, if it is otherwise in order.