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Supreme Court of India · 2025-04-16

Reliance General Insurance Company ... vs Swati Sharma

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Reliance General Insurance Company ...
Respondent
Swati Sharma
Author
Sudhanshu Dhulia
Bench
Sudhanshu Dhulia

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined a case involving a motor vehicle accident where the insurer challenged the liability apportionment. The court considered whether contributory negligence of the deceased bike rider, supported by evidence and investigation reports, justified the insurer's liability at 50%. The judgment emphasized the importance of evaluating all evidence, including eyewitness testimony and investigation findings, in apportioning liability. The court upheld the liability apportionment and the award, reinforcing principles of contributory negligence in motor accident claims.

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