26 Aug 2021
CHEUNG KA WING v. CHAK KAI HUNG t/a HUNG KEE IRON ENGINEERING CO ANS OTHERS
- Citation
- [2021] HKDC 1016
- Court
- District Court
- Case number
- DCEC1503/2019
The court found on the admitted facts and supporting documents that the 3rd Respondent acted as principal contractor for the Work and therefore was liable under s24 ECO; the injury arose in the course of the Applicant's employment under s5 ECO. The Applicant's credibility and documentary evidence were preferred. Daily wage assessed at HK$1,250, average monthly earnings HK$22,500, 5% loss of earning capacity, multiplier 72, 378 days sick leave and medical expenses HK$1,983 producing a statutory compensation award of HK$309,783 plus interest and costs.