Supreme Court of India · 2025-09-26
Rajamma vs M/S Reliance General Insurance Co. Ltd
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Rajamma
- Respondent
- M/S Reliance General Insurance Co. Ltd
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined a claim for compensation arising from a hit-and-run accident where the Tribunal initially awarded compensation based on eyewitness testimony, despite objections of fraud raised by the insurance company. The High Court reversed the Tribunal's award, leading to the appeal. The Court analyzed the evidentiary considerations and the burden of proof regarding the involvement of the vehicle and the credibility of eyewitness testimony. Ultimately, the Court upheld the Tribunal's findings and restored the award, emphasizing the importance of credible eyewitness evidence in such claims.