Supreme Court of India · 2011-12-05
RAM KIRAN GOYAL (D) THR. LRS. vs SUB DIVISIONAL ENGINEER .
- Citation / case number
- SC 2008/30563
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- RAM KIRAN GOYAL (D) THR. LRS.
- Respondent
- SUB DIVISIONAL ENGINEER .
- Author
- AFTAB ALAM
- Bench
- RANJANA PRAKASH DESAI AFTAB ALAM
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Punjab and Haryana High Court regarding the enhancement of compensation for injuries sustained in a motor accident, affirming the award of Rs. 1,10,000 for disability and additional amounts for pain, agony, and medical expenses. The Court emphasized the need for adequate compensation in motor accident cases, referencing the principles of negligence and the duty of care owed by drivers under tort law. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's judgment and the compensation awarded.