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
How is fault determined in road accidents?
Based on negligence principles: duty of care breach causation and damages. Court examines evidence witness testimony and police investigation.
What is contributory negligence?
When injured person also contributed to accident through own negligence. Compensation reduced proportionally based on degree of contribution.
What is res ipsa loquitur?
Latin for thing speaks for itself. Applied when accident clearly caused by defendant's negligence without need for direct evidence.
What is last opportunity rule?
Person who had last clear chance to avoid accident despite others negligence bears primary responsibility.
What evidence is crucial for fault determination?
FIR sketch mechanical inspection report witness statements CCTV footage mobile tower location and accident reconstruction.
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