Sri Kumaresh vs The Divn.Manager National ...

The Supreme Court held that under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the assessment of compensation for personal injuries in motor accident cases does not require strict proof of negligence as in criminal cases. The Court found that the compensation awarded by the High Court was inadequate and enhanced it to Rs.5,48,000/- considering the appellant's actual earnings and the impact of the injuries on his life. The Court emphasized the need for fair compensation reflecting the loss of earning capacity and quality of life due to the accident.