Law of Damages and Compensation (In 3 Volumes)

C. Kameshwara Rao's Law of Damages and Compensation is a seminal three-volume work that offers an exhaustive and analytical treatment of the principles governing damages and compensation in Indian law. The 7th edition, 2024, reprinted with latest case law, is extensively revised and updated to reflect the latest legal developments, judicial pronouncements, and statutory amendments. It serves as an indispensable resource for legal professionals, scholars, and students seeking a comprehensive understanding of the law pertaining to civil wrongs, breach of contracts, and tortious liabilities.​

Key Features:

• The book delves into the theoretical foundations and practical applications of damages and compensation, encompassing a wide array of topics such as breach of contract, tortious liability, negligence, and statutory compensation.​
• Each topic is treated critically and analytically, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the principles and their implications in various legal contexts.​
• A chapter has been carefully incorporated dealing with compensation in motor accidents and rail accidents with up-to-date case laws.
• Service Tribunals cover most of the grievances of government servants including compensation for wrongful dismissal, termination, demotion and discharges.
• A separate chapter on "Law of Defamation" has been added in Volume 3 with updated case law.

The treatise is widely regarded as an authoritative work on the subject, providing readers with a thorough and reliable source of information. Its detailed analysis and incorporation of case laws make it a valuable tool for legal practitioners dealing with cases involving damages and compensation. This comprehensive treatise is an indispensable addition to the library of anyone involved in the study or practice of civil law in India.​

Volume I
Introduction to Damages and Compensation
General Principles Governing Damages
Measure of Damages in Contractual Breach
Measure of Damages in Tortious Actions
Statutory Compensation
Volume II
Law of Negligence
Liability for Negligent Acts
Defenses in Negligence Cases
Damages in Negligence
Professional Negligence
Volume III
Economic Loss and Damages
Punitive and Exemplary Damages
Remedies and Enforcement of Damages
Comparative Analysis with International Jurisdictions
Index and Appendices