Smt Urmila Devi and Ors. v. Harbansh Singh and Ors.
Case brief
What is this about?
Appeal by motor accident claimants against an award of Rs.5,99,000 for a fatal accident. The High Court enhanced compensation to Rs.8,32,600 by applying 40% future prospects on assessed income of Rs.4,200 per month, multiplier 17, and standardised consortium, funeral expenses and loss of estate amounts.
What did the court decide?
Compensation enhanced from Rs.5,99,000 to Rs.8,32,600 with 8% annual interest from date of claim application; already-paid amount to be adjusted.