Supreme Court of India · 2025-05-07
Kanubhai Gokalbhai Bariya vs Jaydipsinh Gopalsinh Parekhiya
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Kanubhai Gokalbhai Bariya
- Respondent
- Jaydipsinh Gopalsinh Parekhiya
- Author
- Sudhanshu Dhulia
- Bench
- Sudhanshu Dhulia
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined a case involving a road accident where the appellant suffered severe injuries, including amputation, resulting in loss of employment and income. The Tribunal apportioned negligence between the bus driver and the bike rider, and assessed compensation based on the injured's income. The Court analyzed the evidence regarding negligence and income to determine the appropriate compensation. The judgment underscores the importance of accurate assessment of negligence and income in awarding damages in motor accident cases.