Authority: High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan, Bench at Jaipur
Order Date: 03/07/2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Claimants‑appellants Dale Singh and Smt. Subhaanlata; Respondents: Dayanand (driver), Rajendra Kumar (owner), L. & T. General Insurance Company Limited (now H.D.F.C. Ergo General Insurance Company Ltd).
- The appeal challenged the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal and Additional District Judge’s award dated 28‑02‑2017 granting Rs 6,27,200 plus 7.5% interest to the claimants.
- During pendency, the parties executed a compromise memo dated 30‑06‑2026, wherein the insurer agreed to pay an additional lump‑sum of Rs 4,00,000 within two months of the order, failing which interest at 6% per annum would accrue.
Final Outcome
- The Court, relying on the compromise, disposed of the appeal and modified the earlier award.
- The insurer is directed to pay Rs 4,00,000 to the claimants within two months of receipt of the certified copy of this order; otherwise, 6% per annum interest applies.
- All pending applications in the matter are also dismissed.
Topics: Legal Settlement, Insurance Compensation