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Crime
Karnataka High Court Awards ₹2.77 Crore to Paralysed Man After Tree Branch Accident
✍️ Bar and Bench
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 03:37 AM
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The Karnataka High Court has granted ₹2.77 crore to a man who became paralysed after a tree branch fell on him, and urged the use of AI to spot such hazards.
The Karnataka High Court, in a recent ruling, awarded ₹2.77 crore to a man who became paralysed after a tree branch fell on him. The compensation covers medical expenses and loss of livelihood. The court also highlighted the need for proactive safety measures and called for the deployment of artificial intelligence to identify hazardous tree branches. The decision underscores the judiciary's role in ensuring public safety and accountability.