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Supreme Court of India · 2025-04-17

Sheela Devi vs Oriental Insurance Company Limited

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Sheela Devi
Respondent
Oriental Insurance Company Limited
Author
J.K. Maheshwari
Bench
Aravind Kumar, J.K. Maheshwari

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined an appeal concerning an employee's compensation claim following a fatal accident during employment. The Employees Compensation Commissioner awarded a substantial compensation amount, with interest and statutory penalties, and held the insurer liable for payment. The insurer challenged the order, leading to appellate proceedings. The court analyzed the liability of the insurer under the Employees’ Compensation Act and upheld the award, emphasizing the insurer's obligation in such cases.

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