Lok Adalat of motor accident claims
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 25 2012:
Manipur State Legal Services Authority conducted a Lok Adalat of motor accident claims concerning National Insurance Co Ltd at Cheirap Court complex today.
A total of 58 cases including six unlisted claims were listed in the Lok Adalat Bench consisting of Advocate Ph Surendra Singh and Advocate Ch Momon Singh, said a press release.
Out of the total listed cases, 35 cases were settled in respect of death and injuries suffered in different mishaps.
Students from law colleges also participated in the Lok Adalat as practical session of their courses.
A highest award of Rs 4, 25, 000 was settled for amputation of one hand of a trained nurse.
A total amount of Rs 15, 80, 000 was awarded in the Lok Adalat, added the press release.
It may be mentioned that the award passed in Lok Adalat is the final and it cannot be challenged in any Court/tribunal as the same is arrived with the consent of both the parties.
MSLSA is planning to hold more Lok Adalats to reduce number of pending cases.