Prudeta
Prudeta
2026 INSC 656
📌 Paras 3-3.1.1
The appellant, a 38-year-old carpenter, suffered grievous injuries, including the amputation of his right leg above the knee, in a road accident on November 9, 2004, caused by a rashly and negligently driven Jeep. He was hospitalized for 43 days. The accident rendered him unable to continue his carpentry work, leading to a claim for compensation. The Claims Tribunal awarded Rs. 4,77,823/- with 4% interest, which the High Court enhanced to Rs. 11,51,423/- with 6% interest. The appellant sought further enhancement.
📌 Paras 3.2.1, and implied throughout chunks 2 and 3
Whether the compensation awarded by the High Court was adequate, particularly concerning the assessment of notional income, the extent of functional disabi
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