B.KOTHANDAPANI vs TAMIL NADU STATE TRANSPORT CORP.LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals against the Madras High Court's modification of the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award, reducing the compensation from Rs. 5,05,053.45 to Rs. 4,05,053.45. The Court held that the claimant was entitled to an additional Rs. 1,00,000/- for permanent disability, emphasizing that the issue was solely about the quantum of compensation and not the negligence of the driver, which had already been established. The Court ultimately restored the Tribunal's original compensation amount, affirming the claimant's right to adequate compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act.