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"It is obligatory for the Tribunal and Court to award ‘just compensation’, even if it is in the excess of the amount claimed,” the High Court said.
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The Bombay High Court enhanced the compensation payable to a motor accident victim by holding the insurance company liable to pay ₹5 lakh each under the heads of 'loss of amenities' and 'loss of expectation of life'.
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Amount of compensation to be awarded cannot be in a straight jacket formula, rather it shall depend upon the facts and circumstances of each case and shall vary from person to person who has suffered, the Court noted.
The Court has the power to award a just and fair compensation amount which is higher than what was claimed, said the Division Bench of Justice S.G Pandit and Justice A.R Hegde
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