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Gulf Insider
27-04-2025
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain: Driver Ordered to Pay BD49,500 Over Fatal Road Crash
A motorist who ran a red light and ploughed into three roadworkers during an early morning shift—killing one and seriously injuring two—has been ordered to pay a total of BD49,500 in compensation. The High Civil Court found the driver fully liable for the crash, which occurred around 3am while the workers, all Asian nationals, were digging up part of the road. According to court documents, the driver ignored a red traffic signal, collided with another vehicle crossing legally on a green light, then swerved off course and struck the men on foot. One of the workers died at the scene. The court awarded BD36,000 to the deceased worker's family—BD15,000 for the loss of life and BD21,000 for emotional and financial damages. The sum will be divided equally between his mother, wife and young daughter, who were said to be entirely dependent on his income. 'The road was well lit and the red light clearly visible,' the court ruled, stating that the driver had failed to exercise due caution. He had already been convicted in a criminal court, sentenced to three years in pris- on, and had his licence suspended for one year. One of the surviving workers was critically injured, suffering multiple fractures, internal injuries, and organ damage. He was placed in intensive care and underwent emergency surgery. He was awarded BD10,000— BD7,500 for his injuries, BD1,500 in medical costs, and BD1,000 for pain and suffering. The third worker received BD3,500 in compensation. The total payout of BD49,500 must be paid by the driver as civil compensation for the loss of life and injuries caused by his actions.
Daily Tribune
26-04-2025
- Daily Tribune
Driver ordered to pay BD49,500 over fatal road crash
A motorist who ran a red light and ploughed into three roadworkers during an early morning shift—killing one and seriously injuring two—has been ordered to pay a total of BD49,500 in compensation. The High Civil Court found the driver fully liable for the crash, which occurred around 3am while the workers, all Asian nationals, were digging up part of the road. According to court documents, the driver ignored a red traffic signal, collided with another vehicle crossing legally on a green light, then swerved off course and struck the men on foot. One of the workers died at the scene. The court awarded BD36,000 to the deceased worker's family—BD15,000 for the loss of life and BD21,000 for emotional and financial damages. The sum will be divided equally between his mother, wife and young daughter, who were said to be entirely dependent on his income. 'The road was well lit and the red light clearly visible,' the court ruled, stating that the driver had failed to exercise due caution. He had already been convicted in a criminal court, sentenced to three years in pris- on, and had his licence suspended for one year. One of the surviving workers was critically injured, suffering multiple fractures, internal injuries, and organ damage. He was placed in intensive care and underwent emergency surgery. He was awarded BD10,000— BD7,500 for his injuries, BD1,500 in medical costs, and BD1,000 for pain and suffering. The third worker received BD3,500 in compensation. The total payout of BD49,500 must be paid by the driver as civil compensation for the loss of life and injuries caused by his actions.
Daily Tribune
19-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Government, MPs split on jobless benefits
Should unemployment benefits be increased? The government says no — but MPs are pushing ahead, confident that the answer is yes. They're backing a proposal to increase monthly unemployment support by BD100 for Bahraini jobseekers. If approved, unemployed university graduates would receive BD300, up from BD200, while non-degree holders would get BD250, up from BD150. However, this change will only take effect if approved by MPs on Tuesday, and then by the Shura Council. The Social Insurance Organisation (SIO) has expressed concerns, warning that higher payments might discourage people from seeking work. The government has formally opposed the proposal, citing potential strain on public finances. Supporters, including the parliamentary Services Committee, argue that current payouts are insufficient to meet basic living costs, especially in the face of rising prices and VAT. The proposed amendment targets Article 18 of the 2006 decree-law on unemployment government maintains that existing legislation already allows for benefit adjustments, with ministers authorised to revise figures and review the system every three years. It says higher payouts would put added pressure on the unemployment insurance fund. The Labour Ministry urged MPs to re-evaluate the draft, sharing updated figures: • As of late September last year, over 17,000 Bahrainis were registered as jobseekers. • Of these, 15,000 had either never worked or hadn't accumulated a full year of social insurance contributions. • More than 9,000 held university degrees, and women made up nearly three-quarters of the total. As of June, the unemployment insurance fund held BD502 million. Last year, BD36 million was paid out in benefits and compensation. Investment returns averaged around 6%, though this depends on market performance. Despite government pushback, if MPs approve the amendment, it will proceed to the Shura Council for final review.
Gulf Insider
06-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Bahrain: Firm Fined BD37,000 For 2-Year Delay To Complete Air-Conditioning Work
A Bahraini holding company has been ordered to pay BD37,000 after failing to complete air-conditioning works across four villas for more than two years and seven months. The High Civil Court ruled that the company's prolonged delays left the plaintiff facing rising costs and unable to complete the project as planned. Lawyer Kaltham Al Koohaji, representing the plaintiff, argued that the company had signed a contract worth BD88,900 to supply and install air-conditioning systems, covering all materials, labour, and equipment. The plaintiff had already paid BD65,808, but the work delivered fell far short of expectations, with minimal progress made over nearly three years. Frustrated by the lack of completion, the plaintiff commissioned an engineering expert, whose report confirmed that the company had failed to fulfil its obligations. The lawyer also pointed out that the company's owners had managed the project so poorly that they should be held personally accountable. The court agreed, stating that the contract clearly outlined a phased work schedule, which had not been followed. The expert's findings, based on a site inspection and meetings with both parties, further supported the plaintiff 's claims. The court found the company solely responsible for the failure and ruled that it must pay BD36,504, plus BD1,000 in compensation, along with 2% annual interest. The company was also ordered to cover court costs, expert fees, and legal expenses.
