Nagappa vs Gurudayal Singh & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether a one-time compensation payment is sufficient for future medical expenses under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, specifically referencing Section 166. The Court held that while lump-sum compensation can be granted, it is permissible to award recurring medical expenses based on the victim's future needs. Additionally, the Court ruled that amendments to the claim petition for enhanced compensation can be allowed at the appellate stage, emphasizing that compensation should be just and not limited to the initially claimed amount.