In Brief
A laborer suffering 60% permanent disability and loss of his right hand in a motor vehicle accident filed for enhanced compensation. The courts below awarded Rs. 3.53 lakhs but omitted any amount for loss of future prospects. The Supreme Court allowed the appeal, holding that permanent disability affecting the right hand must necessarily impact the victim's future earning prospects and employability. The Court awarded an additional Rs. 1.5 lakhs for loss of future prospects, bringing total compensation to Rs. 5.03 lakhs with 9% interest from the date of petition. The Court confirmed it could award amounts beyond what was originally claimed when such amounts are legitimately due under law.
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