Supreme Court of India · 2025-01-06
Atul Tiwari vs Regional Manager, Oriental Insurance ...
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Atul Tiwari
- Respondent
- Regional Manager, Oriental Insurance ...
- Author
- Sanjay Karol
- Bench
- Sanjay Karol
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined the appeal concerning the assessment of compensation for injuries sustained in a road accident, where the petitioner was rendered 60% permanently disabled. The court analyzed the factual background, including negligence and liability under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The judgment involved the appellate courts' decisions on the quantum of compensation awarded. The court upheld the decisions, emphasizing the importance of proper compensation assessment in motor accident claims.