Ashok vs United India Insurance Co.Ltd.& Anr

The Supreme Court held that the compensation awarded for pain and suffering in a motor accident case was inadequate, increasing it from Rs.15,000 to Rs.35,000 due to the severity of injuries, including a fracture requiring surgery. The Court also raised the amounts for future medical expenses and loss of future earning capacity by Rs.10,000 each, resulting in a total compensation of Rs.1,03,470. The appeal was allowed in part, with the respondents ordered to deposit the increased amount with interest at 6% per annum.