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Tribunal Awards in India refer to compensation rulings by Motor Accident Claims Tribunals under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, based on medical evidence and statutory guidelines.
MP High Court rules that tribunals cannot arbitrarily reduce medically certified 52% permanent disability to 10% for compensation calculations. The judgment mandates alignment between medical evidence and disability assessment, setting a precedent for fairer compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Madras High Court ruled that disability assessments in motor accident claims must correspond with medical evidence, rejecting arbitrary tribunal determinations. The Court enhanced the disability percentage from 40% to 60%, raising compensation to ₹18.89 lakh with 7.5% interest, setting a precedent for evidence-based disability evaluations under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Madhya Pradesh High Court rules that NALSA income guidelines must be strictly applied for unskilled labourers in motor accident claims, enhancing monthly income assessment from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 6,575. The court also clarifies disability calculation methodology, ensuring fairer compensation for victims.
Kerala High Court modifies motor accident compensation award based on joint settlement, clarifying that agreed terms override tribunal's quantum determination.
Kerala High Court modifies motor accident compensation award based on joint settlement, clarifying that parties can agree to terms beyond tribunal's quantum.