Motor Vehicles Act, 1988  - Motor Accident Claim

Tribunal awarding compensation - Appeal against - Restoration of Appeal -Dismissed for non-prosecution - Appeal initially filed before Allahabad High Court and subsequently transferred to Uttaranchal High Court, after formation of Uttaranchal State - Appellant not aware of the transfer - Appellant taking the stand that the liability of U.P. Jal Nigam in respect of territory within Uttaranchal State was transferred to newly created Uttaranchal Water Supply and development Nigam - Matter involved several important question of law - In factual position highlighted to justify non-appearance before High Court, matter deserve to be heard on merits - Impugned order set-aside - However, a sum of Rs. 5 lack was directed to be deposited before concerned MACT without prejudice to the claim involved - Appeals disposed of accordingly.

Topic(s)-Motor Accident Claim , Compensation , Restoration of Appeal