Halappa vs Malik Sab

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in reversing the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award of Rs.8,66,000/- to the appellant, who sustained grievous injuries due to a tractor accident. The Court emphasized that the insurer's defense, claiming the appellant was not covered under the insurance policy while riding on the mudguard, was unfounded as the Tribunal had established liability. The Court restored the Tribunal's award, affirming the principles of compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and ensuring the appellant's right to adequate compensation for his permanent disability.