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Delhi High Court Rules That Two Skilled Attendants Must Be Provided for Accident Victims in Vegetative State, Affirms “24-Hour Care Is a Right, Not a Privilege”

Court’s Decision The Delhi High Court modified the MACT’s award, holding that in cases of 100% permanent disability with prolonged vegetative state, attendant charges should reflect the cost of skilled…

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Rawlaw July 9, 2025

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Delhi High Court: “Absence of zebra crossing is not proof of contributory negligence” — Court reduces deduction to 10% – Functional disability is distinct from permanent disability; impact on earning capacity must be specifically proved.

Court’s Decision In an appeal, the Delhi High Court partly allowed the appeal filed against the MACT award dated 16.12.2020. Justice Amit Mahajan held that the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal…

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Rawlaw June 18, 2025

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