SARALADEVI vs DIV.MGR.,M/S.ROYAL SUNDARAM A.IN.CO.LTD.

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal regarding the reduction of compensation awarded under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, by the High Court from Rs.37,33,248 to Rs.15,84,750. The Court upheld the finding of negligence on the part of the driver of the offending vehicle, affirming the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal's determination of the deceased's income and the application of the multiplier method for calculating loss of income. The Court ultimately restored the original compensation amount, emphasizing the need for fair compensation for the dependents of the deceased.