Supreme Court of India · 2023-07-04
SARNAM SINGH vs SHRIRAM GENERAL INSURANCE CO. LTD.
- Citation / case number
- SC 2018/7065
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- SARNAM SINGH
- Respondent
- SHRIRAM GENERAL INSURANCE CO. LTD.
- Author
- HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE HIMA KOHLI
- Bench
- HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE RAJESH BINDAL HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE HIMA KOHLI
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the award of compensation in a motor accident case where the claimant suffered 85% disability and had to undergo amputation. The court analyzed the assessment of damages for pain, suffering, loss of amenities, and disability, affirming the award made by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal. The case involved liability of the insurance company for the accident and the adequacy of compensation awarded. The court upheld the tribunal's decision, emphasizing the importance of fair compensation for grievous injuries and disability.