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Uttarakhand High Court Rules Compensation Represents Social Justice Beyond Financial Relief in Accident Case
Nov 01, 2025 01:18 pm CST
The Uttarakhand High Court dismissed an insurance company's appeal against a Rs 53.93 lakh compensation award, ruling that compensation symbolizes social justice beyond mere financial relief. Justice Alok Mehra upheld the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's decision, emphasizing that courts must take a liberal and humane approach in motor accident cases as the Motor Vehicles Act aims to provide prompt and adequate compensation to victims.
Delhi Software Engineer Awarded Rs 70.60 Lakh Compensation For Permanent Disability After Road Accident
Oct 24, 2025 12:45 am CST
A 30-year-old software engineer from Delhi received over Rs 70.60 lakh in compensation after suffering 45% permanent disability below the knee in a 2015 road accident. The tribunal ruled that the accident was caused by rash and negligent driving, with the insurance company responsible for depositing the compensation amount to help alleviate the victim's suffering and address his future challenges.