S.MANICKAM vs METROPOLITAN TRANSPORT CORP.LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation in motor vehicle accident cases, specifically whether a claimant is entitled to compensation for both loss of earning capacity and permanent disability. The Court held that the High Court erred in disallowing the claim for permanent disability despite the appellant sustaining 85% disability due to amputation. The Court restored the original compensation amount awarded by the Tribunal and emphasized the importance of considering both heads of compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.