Summary
- The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that a 28-week-old foetus should be treated as a child in motor accident compensation cases.
- This decision came during an appeal by parents challenging the award from the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal.
- The court's ruling enhances compensation for the death of an unborn child, setting a significant precedent.
- This landmark judgment could reshape how unborn lives are valued in legal contexts related to accidents.
Join the discussion ā sign up to comment, upvote, and save articles.