Claiming for an Accident with an Untraced or Uninsured Driver

It may be expensive but it is vitally important that every vehicle user has up to date motor insurance. The purpose of insurance is to financially protect the driver in the event of an accident. That is why it is illegal to drive without it, yet some people still choose to do so. Likewise there are numerous occasions in which an innocent driver falls victim to an accident with an untraced driver or a ‘hit and run’.

Motor Insurers’ Bureau

In these events many people are unsure whether they can make a compensation claim. If you were involved in an accident that wasn’t your fault with an uninsured or untraced driver then you are entitled to compensation. An organisation called the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) set up the Untraced Driver Agreement and Uninsured Driver Agreement schemes for these types of scenarios. The MIB is paid for by all insurance companies that deal with such cases. The purpose of the organisation is to compensate innocent drivers who are victims of accidents with untraced or uninsured drivers. If your claim meets one of these criteria then you should not hesitate to utilise this scheme as it is already being paid for by yourself. Part of every insured driver’s premium contains a £30 payment which goes towards the MIB.

Accident Uninsured Driver Compensation

Making a claim to the Motor Insurers’ Bureau can take longer than a regular car accident claim due to the workload that the organisation undertakes. Lawson Taylor will help you every step of the way with specialist advice and information. Our personal injury solicitors are experts at dealing with these types of cases and have considerable experience in claiming from the MIB. If you are claiming for an accident with an untraced driver, a percentage of the claim will be charged to cover legal fees as the MIB are a public body who do not cover legal fees. However, if you have a claim meets the criteria for compensation we will use all our expertise in helping you receive what you deserve.

To find out if you qualify for a no win no fee claim, contact Lawson Taylor today.