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.