Why courts must protect vulnerable accident victims beyond private settlements
THE Melaka High Court's refusal to immediately record a proposed RM1.7 mil settlement involving a severely disabled road accident victim was, in my view, a legally principled decision. Free Malaysia Today reported that Sultan Nur Mohamad suffered severe traumatic brain injuries and permanent disabilities following a motorcycle accident on March 2, 2024. His wife, Sharifah Nizamuddin,
His wife, Sharifah Nizamuddin, acted as his litigation representative.
The Sessions Court later awarded Sultan RM1.87 mil in damages, interest and costs after finding the motorcycle rider wholly liable and the registered owner vicariously liable. During the appeal, however, the parties agreed to settle for RM1.7 mil, with a further RM170,000 proposed as costs.
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- Sep 18, 2026
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