JUDGMENT

This appeal has been filed by the claimant in OP(MV) No.2525 of 2015 on the files of the Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal, Ernakulam, claiming enhancement of compensation. The respondent herein was the second respondent before the tribunal.

2. The case of the claimant was that on 02.07.2015, while he was riding pillion on a motorcycle bearing Reg.No.KL-39-C597 ridden by the first respondent in a rash and negligent manner, it hit another motorcycle, whereby he sustained serious injuries. He approached the tribunal claiming a total compensation of ₹15,00,000/-.

3. The first respondent, who was the owner-cum-rider of the offending vehicle, remained ex parte before the tribunal. The second respondent insurer filed a written statement, admitting the policy coverage for the offending vehicle, but disputing the liability and quantum of compensation claimed. Exts.A1 to A15 & X1 were marked. The tribunal, after analysing the pleadings and materials on record, held that the accident took place on account of the negligence of the rider of the offending vehicle and awarded a sum of ₹7,68,700/- as compensation under different heads with interest @ 9% per annum from the date of petition t