Supreme Court of India · 2025-02-11
Vijayalaxmi @ Roopa V. Shenoy vs National Insurance Co. Ltd
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Vijayalaxmi @ Roopa V. Shenoy
- Respondent
- National Insurance Co. Ltd
- Author
- Sanjay Karol
- Bench
- Sanjay Karol, Prashant Kumar Mishra
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined an appeal concerning the quantum of compensation awarded in a motor accident claim. The case involved the death of Vivekananda Shenoy due to a collision caused by a negligent bus driver. The court analyzed the factual and legal aspects of the claim, including the assessment of damages and liability, ultimately upholding the award or directing a reassessment. The judgment emphasizes the importance of proper compensation in motor accident claims and the standards for negligence and liability.