Today, On 7th August, The Supreme Court ruled that attempting to overtake a vehicle does not constitute rashness or negligence. The claimant, whose wife died in an accident while overtaking, was initially deemed partly at fault. However, the court increased the compensation, stating that the over-speeding tractor was driven rashly and negligently.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that drivers are not at fault in collisions with roadside parked vehicles that lack parking lights. This decision highlights the importance of proper vehicle illumination to prevent accidents. The court’s ruling aims to clarify liability in such incidents, promoting safer road practices. In a landmark ruling, the Punjab […]