Motor Accidents | Compensation For Actual Damages Includes Value Of Spare Parts To Be Repaired

Case: Thomas v. R. Murugasamy

Coram: Justice Badharudeen

Case No.: MACA NO. 1805 OF 2013

Court Observation: The claimant in such a case is entitled to get compensation for actual damages inclusive of value of spare parts as well and no deduction is liable to be made from the value of spare parts.

If the vehicle can be repaired and used, to make it roadworthy, necessarily, the cost incurred by the claimant will be the proper compensation. The compensation can include the actual cost of repairs, labour charges and other expenses. Only in instances, where the cost of repairs exceeds the market value of the vehicle, that the claim can be limited to the market value.

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