Bangalore District Commission Holds Restaurant Liable For Damaging Customer's Car In Valet Parking

The Bangalore District Commission held Street 1522 restaurant liable for damages to a customer's car due to valet parking negligence. The complainant's car was mishandled, leading to water damage. The restaurant was found deficient in service as it failed to ensure the car's safety. Citing a Supreme Court decision on hotel liability for guest vehicles, the Commission ordered the restaurant to pay ₹2,86,341 plus 6% interest, and ₹10,000 for mental agony and litigation costs.