SANJAY KUMAR vs ASHOK KUMAR

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's enhancement of compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, awarding a total of ₹6,35,808 to the appellant for injuries sustained in a motor accident due to the negligent driving of the offending vehicle. The Court confirmed the Tribunal's findings regarding the appellant's permanent disability, assessed at 70% under the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923, and the calculation of loss of earning capacity. The judgment emphasized the liability of the insurer to pay the awarded compensation, reinforcing the principle of joint and several liabilities in motor accident claims.