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Dear Client,
It is important to note that under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, police officers, including civil police and traffic police, are empowered to stop any vehicle and ask for the driver's documents such as the driving license, registration certificate, insurance papers, and pollution under control (PUC) certificate. This authority does not require prior permission. Recent amendments, particularly the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019, have strengthened the enforcement powers and pena

Dear Client,
Firstly, my condolences for your loss. In the case of claiming insurance after a road accident resulting in death, the timeline for resolution can vary significantly based on the specifics of the case, including legal procedures and investigations. Typically, insurance claims related to accidents are expected to be resolved within a reasonable time frame, often within a few months to a year, but this can vary based on the complexity of the case and the procedures involved. Regarding

Dear client,
The prolonged delay and lack of prosecutorial evidence in the case provide strong grounds for seeking the closure of the case with the exoneration of the accused. By filing an application for discharge, a petition to quash the FIR, or a motion for dismissal due to lack of prosecution, and citing the constitutional right to a speedy trial, the accused has a solid basis for seeking relief from the ongoing legal proceedings. The right to a speedy trial is enshrined in the Constitution

Dear Client,
In case of an accident, if your vehicle is insured, you can claim compensation from the Insurance Company for the damages caused to the vehicle. It is not possible to make the vendor or metro authority liable for the damages caused.
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Dear Client,
According to Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is punishable with suspension of driving license and a fine of ₹10,000 or imprisonment of up to 6 months or both. The insurance company can deny your claims on the grounds of violation of law. Hence, it is important to adhere to the same and refrain from such acts in the future.
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Dear Sir,
Normally, you cannot ask more amount than insurance amount however you can claim the same from the owner of the Car if you are approach the motor vehicles tribunal. If there is delay of 1-2 years it may be condoned if you file application under Section 5 of Limitation Act by giving valid reasons.

Dear Client,
In motor accident cases both the owner and driver of the vehicle are liable to face prosecution proceedings initiated before the Motor Accident Claim Tribunal. In the given scenario, an application under Section 156(3) of Cr. PC can be filed before the Judicial Magistrate praying for the inclusion of the name of the driver who was driving the truck and found absconded after the accident who may then order the police to investigate the FIR impleading the name of the Driver. This tim

Dear Sir,
It is not in your hands as Police may register FIR even without your consent as suo-motto action for committing such road accident. Take a wise decision.

Dear Client,

You can seek relief by asking local NGOs to file a PIL petition or by approaching an Advocate of the High Court. Both avenues aim to address public interest concerns and seek legal remedies for your situation.

Dear client, there will be no issue as the police will take the details for future considerations. As you are in medical condition inform them that after you come back to normal then you will come and submit these documents.