Heart Attack While Driving On Duty Is An 'Accident' For Claim Under Workman's Compensation Act: Andhra Pradesh High Court
In a recent development, the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravati addressed a civil miscellaneous appeal under Section 30 of the Employees Compensation Act, 1923. The appeal, numbered 33/2024, dealt with a crucial issue regarding the calculation of compensation for the family of a deceased employee. Case Background: The case stemmed from the unfortunate death of Chukkala Appa Rao, a driver employed by respondent No. 5. While driving from…
