The question (10 marks)
Write a note on the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal — its constitution, jurisdiction and procedure — and explain briefly how compensation is computed in a fatal accident claim. (10 marks)
Original question written for this pack on the pattern of the University of Mumbai LL.B. papers.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 6 · Motor Vehicles Act 1988 — Part 2 of Law of Torts, Motor Accident Claims and Consumer Protection.
Authorities you will need
- Sarla Verma v Delhi Transport Corporation
- National Insurance Co Ltd v Pranay Sethi
- Davies v Powell Duffryn Associated Collieries Ltd [1942] AC 601
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