IN THE HIGH COURT OF KARNATAKA, KALABURAGI BENCH
Shivashankar Amarannavar
Shameed Sab, S/O Miyasab – Appellant
Versus
Lakshmi, W/O Amarappa – Respondent
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| 1. appeal for compensation enhancement filed. (Para 1 , 2) |
| 2. court's evaluation of income losses and disability. (Para 3) |
JUDGMENT :
1. The appellant/claimant has filed this appeal seeking enhancement of compensation against the Judgment and award dated 19.12.2017 in M.V.C.No.535/2013 by I Additional District Judge and MACT, Raichur (hereinafter referred to ‘the tribunal’)
3. Learned counsel for the appellant/claimant would submit that, the appellant was a driver and he has been selected for the post of Driver-cum-conductor by the NEKSRTC, Koppal Division and in that regard, a letter has been issued as per Ex.P.6 dated 18.02.2013.
5. Learned counsel for the respondent No.2-Insurance company vehemently contended that, the claimant even though suffered disability, but he can do other alternate avocation and earn his livelihood. He contends that, the compensation awarded by the tribunal is proper and correct. The claimant has failed to establish his income and therefore, he is entitle only for notional income.
7. The appellant / claimant was holding a driving license to drive the Heavy Transport Vehicle and he has been selected for the post of driver in KSRTC, Kalaburagi an
Court increased compensation for injuries, considering future income loss, pain, and suffering, ultimately awarding Rs.13,92,800.
The court clarified that compensation for injury claims must reflect true income loss and future prospects, especially for young claimants facing permanent disabilities.
The court determined that the proper assessment of compensation must account for permanent disability and its impact on future income, thereby enhancing the award to the claimant.
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Appellate courts must adjust errors when lower courts misapply law, especially in calculating compensation based on disability and income, to ensure just outcomes.
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