Motor Vehicles Act

motor accident claim compensation loss of consortium
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The Court allowed the motor accidents appeal and enhanced the compensation in a motor accident claim, by awarding 40 per cent additional income towards future prospects and ₹40000 to each claimant under the head of loss of consortium.

Falling Tree Branch Motor Vehicle Accident
Case BriefsSupreme Court

The Court recognised that it would be unrealistic to expect a constant vigil over every tree and shrub within city limits. Likewise, although it may be conceivable that an old branch might eventually give way, public authorities cannot be expected to cut every branch merely because such a possibility exists.

Loss of Domestic Care Compensation for Homemakers
Case BriefsSupreme Court

The Court created a new compensatory head for the homemaker’s contribution towards smooth functioning of the household, the loss of maternal support for children and loss of spousal support/the support and care of their child who is an adult, for the parents of the deceased.

tribunal for accident appeals
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“The huge pendency in the High Court results in these appeals being disposed of after at least 8 to 10 years from the date of filing, and this again results in severe prejudice to the claimants.”

2026 SCC Vol. 3 Part 3
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

Explore the latest Supreme Court Cases in 2026 SCC Vol. 3 Part 3 on Hiba under Muslim law, Letter of Intent, no-fault liability, eviction of unauthorized occupant, and more.

Academic marks for computation of future income
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“Just as it is true that, academically excellent student may or may not earn well, it is also equally true that academically average or even below-average student may earn very well in practice or profession.”

Hit and Run Victim Compensation
Legislation UpdatesNotifications

MoRTH has notified the Hit and Run Motor Accidents Amendment Scheme enhancing digital processing, revising forms, and simplifying claims for victims and families.

2025 SCC Vol. 10 Part 2
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

2025 SCC Vol. 10 Part 2: Explore the latest Supreme Court Cases on Arbitration, Constitution, CPC, Consumer Protection, Education Law, Environment Law, Motor Vehicles Act, and more.

2025 SCC Vol. 9 Part 4
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

2025 SCC Vol. 9 Part 4: Explore the latest Supreme Court Cases on Civil Procedure Code, Constitution, Criminal Law, Motor Vehicles Act, and IBC.

2025 SCC Vol. 9 Part 3
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

2025 SCC Vol. 9 Part 3: Explore the latest Supreme Court Cases on Forest Act, Motor Vehicles Act, NI Act, Commercial Courts Act, and IBC.

private vehicles with illegal lights
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The Court directed the Regional Transport Officer and Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) to immediately act against those vehicles who were violating the notice/circular dated 01-03-2025.

Filming Reels On National Highway
Case BriefsHigh Courts

“Nuisance on the roads not only puts the life of such people in danger but also the life of the other people passing through the said roads.”

Pune Porsche Accident Case
Hot Off The PressNews

The minor was arrested for allegedly killing two individuals in a hit-and-run case under the influence of alcohol.

2025 SCC Vol. 5 Part 4
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

2025 SCC Vol. 5 Part 4: Explore the latest Supreme Court Cases on the Cooperative Societies, Motor Vehicles Act, Service Tax, CrPC, Contract, Constitution, Human and Civil Rights, and Public Premises Act.

Gauhati High Court
Case BriefsHigh Courts

The Supreme Court had directed High Courts to frame rules of procedure or issue practice directions for ensuring that material details are disclosed while filing claim applications under Section 166(1) of the MV Act.

compensation Motor Vehicles Act MACT Labour Courts
Case BriefsSupreme Court

“These directions shall continue to bind the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal and the Commissioners under the Workmen’s Compensation Act, 1923 till rule-making power is properly exercised by the Government”.

2025 SCC Vol. 2 Part 4
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 — S. 319 — Summoning of additional accused: Principles of law

2025 SCC Vol. 2 Part 2
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 — S. 11(6) — Limited scope of jurisdiction of Court

2025 SCC Vol. 2 Part 1
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 — Ss. 11, 8 and 11 — Parties to arbitration proceedings — Arbitration agreement/clause

2025 SCC Vol. 1 Part 4
Cases ReportedSCC Weekly

Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 — S. 11(6) — Substantive claims of petitioner whether time-barred i.e. issue of limitation requiring intricate evidentiary