JUDGMENT

V. Srishananda, J. - Claimants in MVC No.670/2011 on the file of the Presiding Officer, Fast Track Court-I, Chikodi have questioned the validity of the judgment and award dated 04.12.2012 in this appeal.

2. Germane facts for disposal of the appeal are as under:

It is contended in the claim petition that on 12.02.2011 at about 8.30 p.m. near Danoli Forest Office, one Suhash was proceeding on his motorcycle bearing No.MH-07/M-2594 and at that juncture, one Tata Specio vehicle bearing No.KA-22/M-9299 came in a rash and negligent manner and dashed against the motorcycle, due to which Suhash sustained grievous injuries and succumbed to the injuries on the spot. It is further contended that he was indulged in agricultural work and was earning Rs.5,00,000/- per annum and was also doing milk vending business and was earning Rs.5,000/- per month. It is contended that the claimants were depending on his income and thus, they claimed compensation.

On issuance of notice, the first respondent remained absent. The second respondent/insurance company appeared before the Tribunal and filed its written statement. In the written statement, the claim petition averments were denied in toto and