T.S. SHYLAJA vs ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO.

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in setting aside the Commissioner for Workmen’s Compensation's award of Rs.4,48,000/- to the appellant under the Employee’s Compensation Act, 1923. The Court emphasized that the relationship of employer and employee was established, and the High Court's re-evaluation of evidence was inappropriate as per Section 30(1) of the Act, which restricts appeals unless a substantial question of law is involved. The Court reinstated the Commissioner's order, affirming the entitlement of the appellant to compensation with interest at 12% per annum.