The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Pillion rider cannot be denied compensation citing vehicle rider’s negligence: Kerala High Court
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The Hindu Bureau
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The Kerala High Court ruled that a pillion rider cannot be denied accident compensation based on the alleged negligence of the vehicle's driver. The court emphasized that the burden of proof for contributory negligence lies with the defense and ordered an enhancement of the petitioner's compensation.
The Kerala High Court recently held that a motor accident claim could not be denied to a pillion rider by citing negligence on the part of the vehicle’s rider.
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