Supreme Court of India · 2025-09-26
Dhannalal Alias Dhanraj (Dead) Thr. Lrs vs Nasir Khan
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Dhannalal Alias Dhanraj (Dead) Thr. Lrs
- Respondent
- Nasir Khan
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined whether a legal representative can continue a motor accident claim that was originally filed by a deceased claimant who was 100% disabled at the time of the accident. The court considered the legal implications of substituting the deceased with his legal representatives in a compensation claim for personal injury. It held that such proceedings can continue despite the death of the claimant, especially when the claim pertains to compensation for personal injury. The court emphasized the importance of the legal representatives' role in pursuing the claim posthumously.