The Supreme Court held that “just compensation” under the MV Act goes beyond strict mathematical calculation, aiming to provide solace for irreparable loss. It observed that the value of a young life and a family’s grief cannot be fully measured in monetary terms.
The Supreme Court held that injuries caused by a falling tree branch on a stationary autorickshaw do not automatically qualify as a motor vehicle accident. However, invoking Article 142, the Court enhanced compensation for the claimant, emphasizing that a proximate connection between the vehicle and accident is necessary.
