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Justice Sanjay Kumar Jaiswal
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Chhattisgarh High Court decisions continue to shape motor accident compensation outcomes, emphasizing fair awards for claimants and impacting insurers. Recent rulings consistently uphold or adjust compensation amounts, often referencing Supreme Court precedents on income assessment and future prospects, as seen in cases involving Nutan Chelak and Kalpana Soni. These judgments reinforce a judicial focus on adequate victim compensation, potentially increasing insurers' liabilities and influencing future claims assessments. Consequently, investors in the insurance sector should closely monitor these developments and their potential effects on profitability and claims reserves.
Vikrant Nishad Case Dismissed for Non‑appearance
The High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur dismissed the appeal filed by Vikrant Nishad on 13 Oct 2026.
The dismissal was due to the appellant’s failure to appear on 25 Aug 2026 and again on the secon
National Insurance Wins Appeal, Rs 14.82L Upheld
The High Court of Chhattisgarh dismissed the appeal by the deceased’s family against the motor accident compensation award of Rs 14,82,500.
The court upheld the tribunal’s assessment of the deceased’s
Nutan Chelak Compensation Raised to Rs 17.70 Lakh
High Court of Chhattisgarh partially allowed appeal, raising Nutan Chelak's death compensation from Rs 16.09 Lakh to Rs 17.70 Lakh.
Court corrected monthly income to Rs 8,960 per Minimum Wages Notific
Kalpana Soni's Rs 2.6 Lakh Claim Dismissed
High Court of Chhattisgarh dismissed appeal by Kalpana Soni challenging Rs 2,60,000 compensation awarded by Motor Accident Claims Tribunal.
Tribunal found grievous injuries, no permanent disability, a
High Court Upholds Rs.2 Lakh Miscarriage Compensation
The Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed the appeal against the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal award of Rs.2,00,000 for miscarriage.
The award, dated 30 June 2026 in case No.1084/2024, was deemed just, f