Ramesh Kumar vs National Insurance Co. Ltd. & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed multiple appeals concerning insurance claims, emphasizing the need for adherence to the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, particularly Section 166, which outlines the procedure for compensation claims. The Court established that insurance companies are liable to pay compensation to third-party claimants in accordance with the statutory requirements, reinforcing the principle that the victim's right to compensation is paramount. The appeals were decided in favor of the claimants, upholding their entitlement to compensation from the insurance companies involved.