Motor Accident Leaves 7-Year-Old Girl Mentally Disabled: Supreme Court Enhances Compensation To Rs 50.8 Lakhs

The Supreme Court of India has enhanced the compensation in a motor accident case, where a 7-year-old girl was left mentally disabled after the accident. The Court increased the compensation to Rs. 5.08 crore, taking into account the long-term impact on the child's life and her future medical expenses. This ruling highlights the Court’s approach to ensuring that victims of accidents, particularly minors, are adequately compensated for the physical, emotional, and financial burdens they face as a result of such accidents.