Kerala High Court rules that a driver’s guilty plea does not bar the vehicle owner from contesting negligence in motor accident claim proceedings.
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Kerala High Court rules that forklifts and cranes used inside factories are ‘motor vehicles’, requiring mandatory registration and tax under motor vehicle laws.
Supreme Court questions Uttar Pradesh’s blanket abatement of Motor Vehicle Act trials, raising concern over non-compoundable offences like drunken driving.
Kerala High Court rules that in MACT cases where the claimant dies from unrelated causes, compensation must use a multiplier based on actual post-accident lifespan.
Supreme Court rules split multiplier method invalid under Motor Vehicles Act; says compensation must be based on deceased’s income at time of death.
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Supreme Court rules arrests and remands illegal if written grounds aren’t furnished at least two hours before the accused’s production before a Magistrate.
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SC directs Centre to frame a scheme by March 14, 2025, for cashless treatment of road accident victims in the golden hour to protect the right to life.
Supreme Court emphasizes granting just compensation in accident cases, enhancing victim Atul Tiwari’s compensation to ₹48 lakh for 60% disability.
SC rules LMV licence holders can legally drive transport vehicles under 7,500 kg unladen weight, aiding insurance claims and addressing MV Act’s static licensing.
Patna High Court rules insurers liable for paid drivers and cleaners with additional premium, emphasizing Motor Vehicles Act provisions on extended coverage.
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