Insurance Companies Liable For Paid Drivers And Cleaners Under Motor Vehicle Act When Additional Premium Is Accepted: Patna High Court

The Patna High Court ruled that insurance companies are liable to pay compensation to drivers and cleaners under the Motor Vehicles Act if an additional premium has been accepted. The case involved a dispute over the liability of an insurance company to compensate a driver injured in an accident. The court found that the insurance company had accepted an additional premium for covering the driver and was therefore liable to pay the compensation. This ruling emphasizes the importance of adhering to the terms of insurance policies and ensuring that all covered individuals receive due compensation in case of accidents.