Sapna vs United Insurance Co.Ltd.& Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of fair compensation for a 12-year-old girl who suffered permanent disability due to a motor vehicle accident, invoking the principles under the Motor Vehicles Act. The Court emphasized that compensation must account for both pecuniary and non-pecuniary losses, including future treatment costs and the impact on education and matrimonial prospects. The Court ultimately enhanced the compensation amount to Rs. 2,00,000, while affirming the need for a comprehensive assessment of damages, including mental agony and physical pain.