My father died in a road accident in Kolkata how to claim compensation from the tribunal
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You can file a claim petition before the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal in Kolkata under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act for compensation for the death of your father. The petition must include the FIR, post-mortem report, and details of the deceased's income and dependents. Under West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997, the tribunal in West Bengal will calculate compensation based on age, income, and number of dependents. The tribunal can award compensation for loss of dependency, funeral expenses, and loss of consortium. If the tribunal's award is inadequate, you can appeal to the Calcutta High Court under West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 within 90 days.
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