Surveyor’s Report does not have binding effect on insured or insurer: NCDRC

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Co. Ltd. Vs Dr. Kumar Bhandari (NCDRC) Conclusion: The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission observed that in the insurance matters Surveyor’s Report is not the final word and it is not binding upon the insured or insurer. It was also upheld that when the Company certified while issuing the policy that there is a first class construction, then the plea of pre-existing defect in the structure of the insured building cannot be taken into consideration. Facts: In present case, the present Appeal has been filed against the Order dated 01.04.2013 pass...