KAMLA SHARMA vs M/S ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal regarding compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, specifically Sections 163A and 166. The Court held that the High Court erred in not applying the structured formula from the Second Schedule for compensation calculation, as the deceased's income was underestimated and the multiplier incorrectly applied. The Court enhanced the compensation amount and clarified that the structured formula should be adhered to in such cases, emphasizing the need for a reasoned approach to determine just compensation.