Erudhaya Priya vs State Express Transport Corporation ...

The Supreme Court examined the application of the multiplier method under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, in determining compensation for personal injuries sustained in a bus accident. The Court upheld the finding of negligence against the bus driver but modified the compensation awarded by the High Court, stating that the multiplier should be adjusted from '17' to '18' based on the appellant's age of 23 years. The Court ultimately enhanced the total compensation to Rs. 35,24,288/- along with interest at 12% per annum from the date of the petition until realization.