#Permanent Disability Compensation

Allahabad High Court ruled that oral testimony alone cannot override the absence of documentary proof for income claims in motor accident cases. The court upheld a Rs. 30 lakh compensation award but emphasized that tribunals must prioritize verifiable evidence over unsubstantiated claims, impacting future compensation calculations for self-employed or informal workers.

Karnataka HC rules that an insurance package policy’s contractual terms override the statutory limitation under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, entitling the vehicle owner to ₹1.39 lakh compensation for permanent disability. The judgment reinforces that insurers cannot evade liability based on technical bars if the policy explicitly covers such risks.