‘Not one-time expense’: Supreme Court hikes accident payout by 463%, sets formula for prosthetic limb costs
Indian Express·3h ago·Hope
What Happened
The Supreme Court enhanced compensation for a 2007 Jaipur road accident victim from Rs 8.73 lakh to Rs 49.22 lakh, a 463.8% increase. The bench established a formula recognizing prosthetic limb costs as ongoing, non-one-time expenses essential for amputees' quality of life and rehabilitation.
Key Entities
Supreme Court of IndiaJustice J B PardiwalaJustice K V ViswanathanRajasthan High CourtMotor Accident Claims TribunalJaipurHaryana Roadways