V. KISHAN RAO vs NIKHIL SUPER SPECIALITY HOSPITAL

The Supreme Court upheld the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission's decision affirming the State Consumer Forum's finding that there was no negligence on the part of the respondent doctor in treating the appellant's wife. The Court noted that the appellant failed to provide expert testimony to substantiate claims of negligence or improper treatment. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, reinforcing the principle that the burden of proof lies with the complainant in negligence claims.