My cousin, just 24 years old, tragically lost his life in a fire on a cargo ship near Mumbai. He was the sole breadwinner for his family, who live in a small village. The shipping company offered a paltry sum of 4 lakh rupees in compensation, which his family rightfully refused. We later discovered the company was a sham, shutting down their offices after the accident. I filed a case in the Delhi High Court, but sadly, the lawyer informed me that getting any compensation for his parents seems impossible. What options do they have now?

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Law Forum › Category: Labour & Service › My cousin, just 24 years old, tragically lost his life in a fire on a cargo ship near Mumbai. He was the sole breadwinner for his family, who live in a small village. The shipping company offered a paltry sum of 4 lakh rupees in compensation, which his family rightfully refused. We later discovered the company was a sham, shutting down their offices after the accident. I filed a case in the Delhi High Court, but sadly, the lawyer informed me that getting any compensation for his parents seems impossible. What options do they have now?
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Apni Law Staff asked 8 months ago

My cousin, just 24 years old, tragically lost his life in a fire on a cargo ship near Mumbai. He was the sole breadwinner for his family, who live in a small village. The shipping company offered a paltry sum of 4 lakh rupees in compensation, which his family rightfully refused. We later discovered the company was a sham, shutting down their offices after the accident. I filed a case in the Delhi High Court, but sadly, the lawyer informed me that getting any compensation for his parents seems impossible. What options do they have now?

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Apni Law Staff answered 8 months ago

Given the shipping company’s fraudulent activities and the Delhi High Court’s unfavorable verdict, your cousin’s parents could explore filing a claim with the Mumbai Port Trust or the Maritime Claims Tribunal. They might also consider seeking assistance from a specialized maritime lawyer who could advise on alternative legal avenues.

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