Supreme Court of India · 2022-10-18
Divya vs The National Insurance Co. Ltd.
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Divya
- Respondent
- The National Insurance Co. Ltd.
- Author
- C.T. Ravikumar
- Bench
- Ajay Rastogi, C.T. Ravikumar
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compensation for a minor injured in a vehicular accident, affirming the Tribunal's decision to award Rs. 30 lakhs under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The court emphasized the need for adequate compensation to address the lifelong consequences of the injuries sustained by the minor. The judgment highlights the importance of considering the severity of injuries and the impact on the victim's future.