In Brief
In this motor vehicle accident compensation appeal, the appellant—a painter injured in a 2013 accident in Bangalore—sought enhancement of compensation. While there was no dispute about his profession as a painter, both the Tribunal and High Court had assessed his income at Rs.5,500 and Rs.6,500 per month respectively, much lower than his claimed Rs.15,000–16,500. The Supreme Court held that absent a serious dispute from the respondent, the appellant's self-estimation should be accepted. The Court assessed his income at Rs.15,000, deducted one-third for personal expenses, and fixed the compensation income at Rs.10,000 per month. The appeal was allowed and the respondent was directed to recalculate and pay enhanced compensation within three months.
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