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The Supreme Court held that no minimum time in employment is required for loss-of-earning-capacity damages and increased proven medical expenses and legal fees.
The Supreme Court found Mount Meru liable in part for unlawful dismissal and occupational-accident related losses after failing to register the worker with social security.
Damages for loss of earnings cannot be awarded to a claimant who fails to prove actual employment at the time of the accident; only demonstrable losses are compensable. The High Court set aside the lower court's award for loss of earnings, upheld the award for pain and suffering at the agreed amount, and confirmed the calculation of medical and related expenses based on judicial discretion.
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Plaintiff did not provide sufficient evidence of actual employment, so is not entitled to loss of earnings but is entitled to compensation for loss of opportunity to work. Only medical expenses supported by receipts are recoverable. Withdrawal of the incidental appeal has no adverse effect on the main appeal or parties.
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The High Court partly allowed the appeal, striking loss-of-earning-capacity damages but upholding payment of 5,712,000 RWF for Nyiraneza’s medical treatment.
The court awarded compensation after a vehicle accident, confirming a SMIG of 3,000 Frw, 30 working days per month, and damages for disability-related losses.
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