Liability of Insurance Company and Compensation in Motor Accident Case Explained Under Sections 56 and 166 of Motor Vehicles Act, 1988: Chhattisgarh High Court

The High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur delivered a significant judgment on 20 March 2026 in a motor accident compensation case, clarifying the liability of the insurance company under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988. The Court examined issues relating to absence of a valid fitness certificate, liability of insurer, and proper calculation of compensation. Background of the Case The case arose out of a tragic road accident that occurred on…