NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. LTD. vs MAM CHAND

The Supreme Court held that under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the claimant must be heard in appeals concerning liability for compensation. The Court found that the High Court erred in dismissing the appeal without involving the claimant, as the issue of liability was directly linked to the claimant's entitlement to compensation. The Court set aside the High Court's order and directed that the claimant be allowed to appear before the High Court for a proper adjudication of the matter.