P&H High Court Awards ₹60 Lakh to Accident Victim Despite Job Resumption

The Punjab & Haryana HC has enhanced the accident compensation for a 45-year-old man to ₹60 lakh, ruling that resuming work in an "accommodated capacity" does not equate to a restoration of pre-accident earning capacity.

The Court observed that the claimant’s 65% functional disability significantly impaired his efficiency and cognitive health, despite his return to employment.

The Court further clarified that a delay in filing an FIR cannot defeat a genuine claim, as the immediate priority after a crash is seeking medical aid.

The Court rectified a lower tribunal's error by removing a 50% deduction for personal expenses, which is impermissible in injury cases.

[S.K. v. Insurance Company & Ors.]