AP High Court: Lorry owner stays liable as insurance began after the accident, but compensation raised to Rs 4.36 lakh
A lorry owner appealed against a tribunal award for the death of an 18-year-old cyclist, arguing his insurance premium was paid on the day of the accident. The High Court found the policy was taken after the accident, so the owner remains liable, but it increased the compensation on its own after finding the tribunal had calculated it wrongly.