Madras High Court held that overspeeding on a road meant for high-speed travel does not amount to contributory negligence in a fatal accident claim.
Read Full ArticleSC rules BBMP not liable under MV Act for tree branch accident on stationary auto, but enhances victim’s compensation to ₹25 lakh under Article 142.
SC flags Rs 600+ crore unclaimed compensation; directs MACTs, labour courts to credit dues directly and trace rightful claimants before July 30, 2025.
![Madras HC: Overspeeding on High-Speed Road Is Not Contributory Negligence in Fatal Accident [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2026/06/lj_8945_ChatGPT_Image_Jun_30,_2026,_11_54_06_AM.webp)
![BBMP Not Liable Under MV Act For Tree Branch Falling On Stationary Auto; SC Enhances Compensation To Rs. 25 Lakh [Read Judgment]](/secure/uploads/2026/06/lj_7897_BBMP_Not_Liable_Under.webp)
![SC Flags Rs 600 Cr Unclaimed Compensation; Directs MACTs, Labour Courts to Trace Claimants and Ensure Direct Bank Transfers [Read Order]](/secure/uploads/2025/04/lj_4674_SC_Flags_Rs_600_Cr_Unclaimed.webp)
