SAVITA vs BINDAR SINGH

The Supreme Court upheld the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal's award under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, affirming the compensation of ₹4,28,000 to the claimant for the death of Sandeep Chauhan due to negligent driving. The Court reiterated the principles from Smt. Sarla Verma vs. Delhi Transport Corporation regarding the calculation of compensation, including deductions for personal expenses and the application of a multiplier based on the deceased's age. The appeal was dismissed as the Tribunal's findings on negligence and compensation were deemed appropriate and justified.