The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 by Sukumar Ray – 2nd Edition 2025

Description

The Motor Vehicles Act has evolved over the years to adapt to societal changes and address contemporary needs. In this insightful work, you’ll find an extensive analysis of the Motor Vehicles Act, enriched by judicial interpretations from the Supreme Court and various High Courts. The book thoughtfully addresses an array of important topics in depth. The principles behind assessing compensation related to damage, injury, disability, and even death are outlined alongside discussions on no-fault liability and the penalties involved in law violations.

Reflection of amendment

Since the release of its last edition, numerous significant amendments have been made to the Motor Vehicles Act, enhancing various provisions related to compensation for hit-and-run incidents. Additionally, compensation amounts for cases of death or permanent disability have seen remarkable increases, along with expedited compensation processes. The author  attempted to sum up the  far-reaching changes effected by the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019 and give a perspective on the present and the future.

Catholic portrayal of the subject

The book covers every conceivable aspect of motor accidents and compensation such as, Strict liability and understanding third-party risks • Graded compensation frameworks for injury, disability, and death • Empowering passengers as consumers • No-fault liability principles • Understanding contributory negligence and its implications • Insights into vicarious liability • Protocols for dealing with hit-and-run cases • Structured compensation frameworks • Joint-tort feasor considerations • The multiplier method for compensation calculation • Overview of the Solatium scheme • A thorough examination of the Claims Tribunal’s powers and jurisdiction.

Each topic is discussed thoughtfully and critically and the law has been discussed from various practical angles with aid of latest relevant case laws.

This book is designed not just to inform but to empower readers with a deep understanding of the law governing motor vehicles and accidents and is a celebration of the progress made in this field.  It is expected that this book will be a valuable resource for legal practitioners, judges, and professionals tasked with implementing this essential legislation.