SANT SINGH vs SUKHDEV SINGH

The Supreme Court held that under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the appellant is entitled to compensation for loss of future earnings, emphasizing the application of the multiplier method as per the Second Schedule. The Court found that the compensation awarded by the MACT and subsequently by the High Court was inadequate, particularly for permanent disability and loss of earnings. The Court enhanced the compensation and granted interest at 9%, allowing the appeal in favor of the appellant.