Motor Accident Claims| Guidelines Of State Legal Services Authority On Disability Compensation Not Binding On HC/MACT : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has clarified that the guidelines issued by State Legal Services Authorities regarding disability compensation for motor accident claims are not binding on High Court Motor Accident Claims Tribunals (HCMACT). The case highlighted the need for consistency in disability compensation but emphasized that HCMACTs are not required to follow these guidelines strictly. This ruling provides flexibility to HCMACTs in determining compensation amounts, considering various factors such as the severity of disability and individual circumstances. It underscores the Court’s role in ensuring that compensation frameworks are fair and tailored to individual cases while balancing guidelines with judicial discretion. The decision aims to prevent rigid adherence to guidelines that may not fit all cases, ensuring that justice is served on a case-by-case basis.