CONCORD OF INDIA INSURANCE CO LTD. vs NIRMALA DEVI AND ORS.

The Supreme Court dismissed the special leave petitions, affirming that reliance on legal counsel is justified for companies, as managers are not legal experts. The Court emphasized that while legal opinions should generally be trusted, gross delays or indifference could undermine this reliance. The judgment also highlighted the need for a shift towards no-fault liability in motor accident compensation, advocating for liberal compensation standards to uphold social justice as mandated by the Constitution. The Court called for reforms in the legal process to facilitate easier access to justice for victims of road accidents.