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(Motor Accident Compensation: Functional Disability Assessment)

The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Sections 279, 338 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. This appeal challenged a Madras High Court judgment which significantly reduced the motor accident compensation awarded by the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal (MACT) to the Appellant-Claimant. The MACT had granted Rs. 65,53,811/- with 7.5% interest, accepting the Medical Board's assessment of 63% permanent physical disability as functional disability. The High Court, however, lowered the compensation to Rs.

(Preventive Detention under COFEPOSA Act)

The Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974 (COFEPOSA Act) under Section 3(1) of , with reference to Section 108 of the Customs Act, 1962, and Article 22(3)(b), Article 22(5), and Article 14 of the Constitution of India - The petitioners, detenus Smt. Harshavardhini Ranya and Shri Sahil Sarkariya Jain, challenged the judgments of the High Court of Karnataka upholding their detention orders for allegedly facilitating the disposal of foreign-marked gold bars. Specific intelligence led to the interception of Smt. Harshavardhini Ranya at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, on 03.03.2025, resulting in the recovery of 17 foreign-marked gold bars (approx.

(Streamlining Legal Aid and Appeals)

This judgment, originating from an appeal concerning a death sentence, evolved to address systemic delays in legal aid matters. It invokes constitutional principles under Articles 21, 39A, and 142 of the Indian Constitution, alongside the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, emphasizing the State's obligation to provide free and timely legal aid.

The Supreme Court recognized inordinate delays in filing appeals and special leave petitions for convicts, particularly where legal aid was involved. Following deliberations involving an amicus curiae, the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC), and National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), the Court endorsed a comprehensive "Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Translation and Transmission of Records for Filing Legal Aid Appeals and Special Leave Petitions (SLPs), 2025."

The SOP categorizes cases (high-priority criminal/civil, medium-priority criminal, and other) to prioritize resources and sets out mandatory timelines for various stages.

(Motor Accident Compensation & Contributory Negligence)

This judgment pertains to a Civil Miscellaneous Appeal and a Cross Objection arising from an award passed by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT), Sub Court, Mudukulathur, in M.C.O.P. No.8 of 2023. The case involves principles of negligence and compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

The claimant, a 22-year-old Diploma holder working as a driver, sustained severe injuries in a road accident on 19.11.2022, resulting in bilateral below-thigh amputation. He sought Rs.

(Motor Accident Compensation and Contributory Negligence)

This Civil Miscellaneous Appeal was filed under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, challenging the judgment and decree passed by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal in MCOP No.289 of 2022.

The case involves a fatal motor accident on 28.03.2021, where Duraisamy, riding his TVS XL Super Motorcycle, was hit by a tempo traveller driven rashly and negligently. Duraisamy sustained grievous injuries and succumbed on 07.01.2020 (likely 2022 based on MCOP year). The claimants, dependents of the deceased, sought Rs.

(Motor Accident Claims - Enhancement of Compensation)

This Civil Miscellaneous Appeal challenged the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award in MCOP.No.68 of 2021, seeking enhanced compensation for the death of Bakiyalakshmi. The case involves principles of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (implied) and allegations under Indian Penal Code Sections 279 and 304(A).

On February 23, 2021, Bakiyalakshmi (42, agricultural worker) was fatally struck by a rashly driven two-wheeler while on the roadside. Her husband and three sons (petitioners) sought Rs.35,00,000/-. The Tribunal found the accident due to the two-wheeler rider's negligence, fixed the deceased's notional income at Rs.10,000/- p.m., and awarded Rs.14,77,000/-.

(Motor Accident Claim)

This appeal, filed by the Insurance Company, challenged an award of Rs. 21,40,200/- with 7.5% interest granted by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (VI Additional District Judge), Madurai. The original claim was filed under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, following a fatal accident. A criminal case was registered against the respondent's driver under Sections 279 and 304-A of the Indian Penal Code.

The accident occurred on September 27, 2020, when the deceased, Vinothkumar, riding his motorcycle, collided with a TATA Ace vehicle (insured by the appellant) that was stationed on the highway without any parking lamps or indications.

(Motor Vehicle Accident Claim - Two-wheeler Bundled Policy Interpretation)

This case primarily involves the interpretation of insurance liability under a Two-wheeler Bundled Policy in light of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

The appellant, an insurance company, appealed against a Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) judgment awarding compensation for the death of a pillion rider in a motor vehicle accident. The accident occurred on 06.02.2021. The deceased, Srinath, was a pillion rider on a Bajaj Pulsar. The claimants, Srinath's parents, sought compensation, alleging rash and negligent driving by the vehicle's driver.

(Motor Accident Claim - Contributory Negligence and Compensation Enhancement)

Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 - This appeal challenged a common order of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, which partially upheld a Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) order concerning the application of contributory negligence and the quantum of compensation awarded in a fatal motor accident case.

The incident involved a head-on collision on July 26, 2009, between a motorcycle driven by deceased Gautam (with Harpal Singh as pillion) and an Alto car. Both motorcyclists died. The MACT, Kaithal, found it a case of contributory negligence, holding both drivers equally responsible, and awarded 50% of the assessed compensation to the dependants of Gautam and Harpal Singh.

(Property Title Dispute and Erroneous Observations)

Order VII Rule 11 of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC), Section 152 of the Civil Procedure Code (CPC) - This case concerns appeals against two orders of the Karnataka High Court regarding a long-standing property dispute near Ulsoor Lake, Bengaluru. The core issue revolves around the title and identity of properties, specifically old Sy. Nos. 88, 89, new Sy.