Madhya Pradesh High Court Says Delayed Medical Examination Cannot Discard Permanent Disability Evidence, Enhances Accident Compensation

A delayed medical examination cannot discard permanent disability evidence, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has held, enhancing a motor accident claimant’s compensation by Rs 50,000 after a tribunal declined to accept his 60 percent disability claim. Jabalpur: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has held that a delayed medical examination cannot discard permanent disability evidence merely […]

Must Take Care to Grant Full and Fair Compensation in Accident Cases: Supreme Court Enhances Compensation to Rs. 48 Lakhs for Disabled B.Tech Student

The Supreme Court raised the compensation for a motor accident victim to Rs. 48,00,000, criticizing the High Court for inadequately assessing damages beyond loss of income. The Court emphasized fair compensation for both pecuniary and non-pecuniary losses while acknowledging that money cannot replace a lost life, ensuring justice for the victim’s permanent disability.