Supreme Court of India
Srikrishna Kanta Singh v. The Oriental Insurance Company Ltd. & Ors.
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What the Court ordered
We are of the opinion that considering the use of prosthetics; which is also subject to wear and tear, it is only proper that an amount of ₹9,00,000/- (Rupees Nine Lacs only) be granted on a composite basis for both medical treatment and artificial limbs.
Judgment, page 9
From the headnote
Issue for Consideration Whether on facts, the Tribunal and the High Court erred in finding contributory negligence on the part of the driver of the scooter; whether contributory negligence could have been concluded on the ground of the scooter driver having only a learner’s license. Headnotes† Motor Vehicle Act, 1988 – Motor accident claim – Contributory negligence – When not – Appellant, riding pillion on a scooter met with an accident with a trailer leading to amputation of his legs – Tribunal and the High Court found contributory negligence on the part of the scooter owner-driver too
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