HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT CLAIM - MIB

Hit and Run Accident Compensation Claim – Untraced Driver

Hit and run accident scenarios are one of the nastiest as well as one of the most intimidating of all motor collisions. This type of accident is not only restricted to collisions between motor vehicles with the third party absconding usually due to lack of insurance or driving licence or often when inebriated however a substantial percentage of over 20,000 pedestrian accidents each year also fall into the hit and run category whilst cyclists are also common victims of hit and run incidents with the third party driver often not appreciating that a collision or accident has occurred.

Motor Insurers Bureau - Untraced & Uninsured Driver Claims

Many people think it is impossible to make a claim when the person at fault cannot be traced and identified. If you find yourself in this position the Motor Insurers Bureau (MIB) which was established by government and is funded by UK motor insurers will pay compensation to the victims of both untraced and uninsured drivers. The terms and conditions for each category vary and there are two separate arrangements called the ‘Untraced Drivers Agreement’ and the ‘Uninsured Drivers Agreement’. Your solicitor will explain the differences which usually have financial implications both on the amounts paid for compensation and on legal charges.

MIB - Police Report Essential

If you are the victim of an accident where the other driver is untraced you should make sure you that notify the police. Usually there’s not much they can do, but their report is required by the Motor Insurers Bureau if you make a subsequent hit and run accident compensation claim to them. In addition be sure to keep a record of your injury related expenses and a personal diary detailing events subsequent to the accident.

No Win No Fee Compensation Claims

If you have suffered personal injury in a hit and run vehicle collision where the driver remains untraced you should consult a solicitor as soon as possible. Our solicitors offer a no win no fee service which minimises the individual’s financial risk. If the other driver has been traced and identified then you are paid 100% of your compensation with no deductions, however if the other driver remains untraced then the MIB will not pay legal charges which will be deducted from any award.