ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO LTD Vs. SUDHAKARAN K V

JUDGEMENT

(1.) Leave granted.

(2.) The basic fact of the matter is not in dispute. Thankamani (hereinafter referred to as the deceased) was travelling as a pillion rider on a scooter on 20.10.1993. She fell down from the scooter and succumbed to the injuries sustained by her. In regard to the said accident, a claim petition was filed.

(3.) As regards liability of the appellant it was held as the existence of the insurance policy in respect of the offending scooter is admitted, it was also liable.