P.B. KRISHNAKUTTY NAIR vs REGIONAL DIRECTOR, E.S.I.CORPORATION&ANR

The Supreme Court ruled that under the Employees State Insurance Act, 1948, an employee who has made contributions remains an 'insured person' even after ceasing to be an employee, as per Section 2(14). The Court held that the appellant was entitled to disability benefits for injuries sustained during employment despite the employer's claim that he was not covered at the time of the accident. The High Court's decision was overturned, affirming the Employees Insurance Court's ruling that the appellant's claim was justified under the Act.