Understanding Accident and Injury Claims in Kolkata
Accident victims have legal rights to claim compensation for injuries death and property damage. This guide covers motor accident claims injury compensation and insurance disputes in Kolkata.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can claim wrongful death compensation?
Legal heirs and dependents of deceased: spouse children parents and anyone financially dependent on deceased.
How is loss of dependency calculated?
Deceased income minus personal expenses (typically 1/3rd for self 1/4th for married) multiplied by appropriate multiplier based on age.
What is loss of consortium?
Compensation for loss of spousal relationship affection and companionship. Standard award Rs. 40,000 per dependent.
What is loss of estate?
Compensation for loss of assets deceased would have left for heirs. Standard award Rs. 15,000.
What if deceased had no income?
Notional income concept applied. Rs. 3,000-15,000 per month assumed for housewives students and unemployed based on Supreme Court guidelines.
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