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Supreme Court of India · 2025-05-15

Hansa Devi vs S.B.I. General Insurance Company ...

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Hansa Devi
Respondent
S.B.I. General Insurance Company ...
Author
Sudhanshu Dhulia
Bench
Sudhanshu Dhulia

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined a case involving compensation awarded to the dependents of a deceased truck driver in a motor accident. The court considered the tribunal's calculation of damages based on the deceased's salary and the deduction for personal expenses. The judgment underscores the principles of awarding fair compensation in motor accident claims, emphasizing the need for accurate assessment of income and expenses. The court upheld the tribunal's award, affirming the approach taken in quantifying damages.

Hansa Devi vs S.B.I. General Insurance Company ... · Niyam