High Court of Karnataka Partially Allows BMTC Appeal in Motor Accident Claim — Reduces Compensation Due to Wrong Multiplier and Lack of Contributory Negligence Evidence. Multiplier of 18 applied for deceased aged 25 years is correct, but Tribunal erred in not deducting 1/3rd towards personal expenses and in not considering contributory negligence despite deceased being on footboard.
7 Aug 2025The appeal was filed by the Managing Director of BMTC (Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation) challenging the judgment and award dated 01.04.20...
