NGT holds that compensation for firecracker factory blast victims must follow Sarla Verma framework, with remaining dues to be paid promptly and disputes referable to civil courts.
Madras High Court rules that burden of proving contributory negligence lies with the insurer, setting aside 50% reduction in compensation for lack of evidence.
Bombay High Court holds that open space adjacent to acquired land, if essential for utilisation and proven to belong to owner, attracts compensation under Article 300-A and Land Acquisition Act.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that enhanced compensation under Section 164 of the Motor Vehicles Act applies to pending claims, even if accident occurred before amendment.
Punjab & Haryana High Court holds that in motor accident claims, income of deceased need not be proven by documents if oral evidence aligns with minimum wage norms and economic reality.
Kerala High Court holds that possession of a valid railway ticket establishes bonafide passenger status; compensation awarded where injuries align with fall from train, not run-over.
Kerala High Court clarifies that compensation for pain, suffering, and loss of amenities is independent of disability percentage and must be awarded based on injury severity and lifestyle impact.
Madhya Pradesh High Court holds that in car-motorcycle collisions, contributory negligence of the two-wheeler rider should not exceed 25%, reinforcing equitable liability allocation under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Gujarat High Court holds that future prospects for a young engineering student justify Rs.15,000/month income assumption, even without current employment, under Motor Vehicles Act.
Chhattisgarh High Court holds that notional income for deceased unskilled workers must align with state minimum wage, enhancing compensation in motor accident claims.
Gujarat High Court holds that in motor accident claims, if income is unproven, tribunal must use minimum wage rates, not arbitrary notional figures, for compensation calculation.
Chhattisgarh High Court enhances motor accident compensation by mandating minimum wage-based income calculation and adding special diet and attendant charges where disability is permanent.