Why You Should File for a Hit and Run Case

According to recent statistics, the UK has 33 million passenger cars. Research also points out that there has been an alarming 45% increase in hit and run accidents in the UK in the last four years.

Both these statistics are a big reason for concern for UK residents.

What Are Hit and Run Cases?

A hit and run case occurs when a driver collides with another vehicle, person, or property, and knowingly fails to stop to address the situation. They may also avoid identifying themselves or give details to the victims, witnesses, or law enforcement agencies.

There are two types of hit-and-run cases; ones that involve personal injuries and others that don’t.

In a case where a driver hits a parked car, and no witnesses are present, they’re obligated to leave a note with their name and contact details for the owner to find.

Meanwhile, they should also inform the nearest law enforcement agency about the accident.

Why You Should File for Hit and Run Accidents

In most cases, it’s hard to find the perpetrators of the incident since they run away. However, this shouldn’t stop the victims from filing a case. If you’ve ever received any personal injuries during a hit and run accident, you’re liable for compensation for your injuries by the Motor Insurer’s Bureau.

Motor Insurer’s Bureau (MIB)

The Motor Insurer’s Bureau is a private company founded in the UK in 1946. It’s responsible for compensating victims of hit and run accidents caused by untraced or uninsured drivers.

To be able to receive compensation, the victim should meet a specific criteria.

Eligibility Criteria for Compensation

To be eligible to receive compensation for your injuries, you must claim the MIB within nine months of the accident. However, the victim should file a report at the nearest law enforcement agency within 14 days of the incident.

Secondly, having a medical record from a hospital or general physician verifying your injuries can help make a stronger case to present to the MIB. And lastly, but importantly, you should have no fault in the accident.

What Is the Amount of Compensation?

If you have the proper legal guidance and a skilled lawyer by your side, you can receive total compensation for the accident. However, the victim will still have to pay legal fees, and in case of any personal fault, some money will be deducted.

While the MIB delivers for a noble cause, due to the number of hit and run cases daily in the UK, the compensation might be delayed or insufficient. To prevent that from happening, hire an experienced solicitor today.

At Wembley Solicitors, our lawyers prioritize the needs of their clients and make sure that their clients are fully compensated in the matter of days. Contact us so we can help you get justice for your hit and run accident.