Cyclist who lost leg in truck accident, awarded Rs 49.54-lakh compensation by MACT

Following the accident, the victim approached the MACT through his counsel, Advocate Sunil K. Dixit, seeking compensation for the losses he suffered due to the accident. In his petition, Heera Singh stated that he was earning around Rs 25,000 per month as a chef at a private hotel and that his profession required him to stand for long hours while performing tasks such as washing, cutting and preparing food.

Dixit argued before the tribunal that working as a chef without a leg had become extremely difficult for the petitioner, directly affecting his earning capacity and future livelihood. He submitted that the accident had not only caused physical trauma but had also resulted in financial losses and long-term hardship for the claimant.

The respondents in the case included the truck driver, identified as Chhote Lal, a resident of Sector 25, Panchkula, the truck owner, RN Contractors, and the insurance provider, United India Insurance Company. The respondents opposed the claim, contesting their liability for the accident.

After hearing arguments from both sides and examining the evidence on record, the tribunal held the respondents responsible for the accident and awarded compensation of Rs 49.54 lakh to Heera Singh, taking into account medical expenses, loss of income, future earning capacity and the permanent disability suffered by the claimant.