张家口法院涉老案例入选“新时代推动法治进程2025年度十大提名案件”

Core Viewpoint - The case of Zhangjiakou Court's support for elderly care dependency fee in traffic accident compensation has been recognized as one of the "Top Ten Nominated Cases" for promoting the rule of law in 2025, highlighting the legal protection for the elderly and the principle of equality before the law [1][3]. Group 1 - The traffic accident involved Zhang driving a car that collided with 87-year-old pedestrian Nie, resulting in Nie's injury and a determination of full responsibility on Zhang's part by the traffic management department [2]. - Nie, due to the accident, experienced a decline in daily living activities and was deemed to have a ten-level disability, leading to a claim for over 140,000 yuan in supplementary care fees from Zhang and an insurance company [2]. - The first-instance court ruled that the insurance company should compensate Nie within the limits of mandatory insurance and commercial third-party insurance, which the insurance company contested on the grounds of Nie's pre-existing conditions [2]. Group 2 - The Zhangjiakou Intermediate People's Court upheld the original ruling, emphasizing that the legal status of civil subjects is equal, and the physical condition of the victim should not affect the determination of liability [3]. - The case established a significant judicial principle that the causal relationship in law is not interrupted by the victim's special physical condition, reinforcing that health status cannot be a reason to reduce the liability of the infringer [3]. - The ruling reflects the commitment to protecting the rights of the elderly and aligns with the societal goal of building an age-friendly society, showcasing its exemplary value in safeguarding civil rights [3].