Magnan v Lucas & Anor (CS 406/1998) [2002] SCSC 2 (18 February 2002)

Magnan v Lucas & Anor (CS 406/1998) [2002] SCSC 2 (18 February 2002)

Based on medical evidence and comparable case law, the plaintiff is entitled to R15,000 for pain and suffering and R30,000 for loss of enjoyment, amenities of life, and disfigurement, totaling R45,000.

Citation
[2002] SCSC 2
Parties
Plaintiff: Magnan; First Defendant: Lucas; Second Defendant: SPTC
Court
Supreme Court
Jurisdiction
Seychelles
Judgment Date
18 February 2002
Case Number
CS 406/1998
Procedural Posture
Delictual Action for Damages / Quantum of Damages After Admission of Liability
Outcome
Judgment for the plaintiff.
Legal Topics
Damages, Pain and Suffering, Permanent Deformity
Source Language
English
Tort Law Personal Injury Damages Pain and Suffering Permanent Deformity

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Parties

Magnan

Plaintiff

Lucas

First Defendant

SPTC

Second Defendant

Procedural Posture

Delictual Action for Damages / Quantum of Damages After Admission of Liability

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Quantum of damages for personal injuries after admission of liability

Ratio Decidendi

Based on medical evidence and comparable case law, the plaintiff is entitled to R15,000 for pain and suffering and R30,000 for loss of enjoyment, amenities of life, and disfigurement, totaling R45,000.

Court Disposition

Judgment for the plaintiff.

Orders

  • Plaintiff awarded R45,000 in damages.
  • Interest and costs awarded to the plaintiff.