Justice Served: Rs 28 Lakh Compensation for Accident Victim's Family

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal has awarded Rs 28 lakh to the family of Sanjay Krishna Patil, who died in a road accident in Thane. The tribunal ruled against the dumper truck owner and insurer, ICICI Lombard, with a compensation inclusive of Rs 27.3 lakh for loss of income.

A significant ruling by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) has resulted in a Rs 28 lakh compensation for the family of accident victim, Sanjay Krishna Patil. Patil tragically lost his life in a road mishap in 2018 in Thane.

The claim was filed by his surviving family members, stating Patil was hit by a rashly-driven dumper truck while he was on his scooter. The incident occurred on the Thane-Nashik highway on the morning of July 10, 2018.

Despite arguments from ICICI Lombard General Insurance that the dumper driver lacked a valid license, the MACT chairman ruled in favor of the petitioners. The compensation, which includes substantial loss of income, is to be provided with a 7.5% annual interest from the petition's filing date.

(With inputs from agencies.)