A hit and run occurs when a driver flees the scene after causing a road traffic accident. This can leave accident victims without someone to hold accountable and claim against, making the process more complex. You must stop at the scene of an accident which caused injuries or vehicle damage. This is set out in section 170 of the Road Traffic Accident 1988. If you have been injured in a road accident involving a driver who failed to stop, you could use our hit and run compensation calculator to find out what you may be eligible to claim.
Key Takeaways
- Someone is the victim of a hit and run or uninsured driver every 20 minutes.
- One person is seriously injured in such an accident each day.
- There are more than a million uninsured vehicles on the UK’s roads each year.
- These figures are taken from the Motor Insurers Bureau (MIB). This organisation compensates the victims of hit and run and uninsured road accidents where the other driver is at fault.
- You could claim compensation on a No Win No Fee basis.
One of our advisors could further explain how to use a hit and run compensation calculator. They could also connect you to a solicitor from our panel. Please get in contact with us today.
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- Hit and Run Compensation Calculator
- What Can Hit And Run Compensation Help With?
- Who Will Pay For My Compensation After A Hit And Run?
- What Injuries Are Common For Hit And Run Injury Claims
- What Will I Need For Hit And Run Compensation Claim?
- Can I Claim Compensation For A Hit And Run On A No Win No Fee Basis?
- More Information
Hit and Run Compensation Calculator
You can use a hit and run compensation calculator to get a clear idea of how different injuries may be valued. Our calculator provides figures applicable to road traffic accident claims, covering both physical pain and suffering as well as psychological injuries. Compensation for these effects is awarded under general damages, the first of two potential heads of loss.
Those involved in personal injury claims, such as solicitors or the courts, may check guideline figures published in the latest Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). The JCG contains suggested compensation brackets for physical and psychological injuries. We have used JCG figures to create this table.
| Injury & severity | Notes | Damages |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple injuries & special damages (lost income, etc). | Severe injuries, multiple forms of injury + special damages. | Up to £1,000,000+ if inclusive of special damages. |
| Very severe brain damage. | The person will present little to no evidence of meaningfully responding to their environment. | £344,150 to £493,000 |
| Paralysis, paraplegia. | The presence of pain, depression, and degree of independence may be taken into account. | £267,340 to £346,890. |
| Severe neck injury (iii). | Such as a dislocation, fracture, or other serious soft tissue injury. | £55,500 to £68,330. |
| Moderate back injury (i). | Examples include prolapsed or damaged intervertebral discs. | £33,880 to £47,320. |
| Less serious leg injury (i). | Serious soft tissue injuries or fractures. | £21,920 to £33,880 |
| Moderate post-traumatic stress disorder. | Any lasting effects aren’t grossly disabling. | £9,980 to £28,250. |
| Shoulder injury, fractured clavicle. | Damages are based on the severity of the fracture. | £6,280 to £14,940. |
| Whiplash injury tariff - B | Injuries lasting 18 - 24 months and including a minor psychological injury. | £4,345.00 |
| Whiplash injury tariff - A | Injuries lasting 18 - 24 months. Without psychological injuries. | £4,215.00 |
Please note,
- These figures are presented examples and do not guarantee what your claim may be awarded.
- The initial figure was not taken from the JCG.
- Whiplash figures are taken from a fixed tariff, inline with the Whiplash Injury Regulations 2021. The amount of compensation you may be awarded for whiplash injuries is governed by the above regulations and inline with a fixed tariff. Tariffs take the severity and duration of whiplash injuries into account and apply to most instances of whiplash in England and Wales occurring after 31st May 2021. If you sustained additional, non-whiplash injuries, you may receive separate compensation for them.
You can learn more in our whiplash claim calculator or by talking to an advisor or one of the solicitors from our panel.
What Can Hit And Run Compensation Help With?
Hit and run compensation can help you to deal with financial losses caused by your accident and injuries. This is the second head of loss and may be called ‘special damages’. Here you can be compensated for those losses which are directly linked to your accident and injuries. We look at some of the ways compensation could help you .
Loss Of Earning
You could be compensated for lost earnings if your injuries prevented you from working. Compensation for lost income may include regular pay (wages), as well as lost entitlement to bonuses, overtime, or pension contributions.
Future Lost Income
You can be compensated for future lost income and earnings. You may be compensated for future lost earnings in cases where your injuries prevent you from returning to work long-term, or otherwise affect your earring potential. For example, you may be unable to return to work full time or in the role you did before.
Medical Expenses
You could claim for out-of-pocket medical expenses. Special damages may partially or fully cover the cost of private medical care, such as that for surgery, medical treatment, and prescription medication.
Care Costs
You could be compensated for specialist and assistive care costs. You (or a loved one) may have required long-term domestic or residential care if left with a severe injury, such as brain damage or reduced mobility.
Rehabilitation And Recovery
Rehabilitation and recovery costs may include those for physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or counselling. You could be compensated for the cost of short, medium, or long-term therapeutic services.
Home Adaptations
Home adaptations can include adding stairlifts, ramps, or rails around your home. These can assist with mobility, stability, and independence.
Adaptation To Car
Your car or vehicle may need to be adapted to cope with any disability. Modifications may include those to allow you to access or use the vehicle.
Travel Expenses
Travel expenses can include the cost of attending medical appointments. This may include the cost of public transport, parking charges, and petrol.
Miscellaneous Expenses
Miscellaneous expenses could include other out of pocket expenses such as the cost of repairing or replacing personal items damaged in the accident.
You will need evidence to prove that any financial expenses, such as loss of earnings, were directly related to the accident and injuries. You can use wage slips, invoices for medical treatment or care services, and bank statements to prove your losses.
Please speak to an advisor for more information on using a car accident compensation calculator.
Who Will Pay For My Compensation After A Hit And Run?
Compensation may be paid by the MIB if the driver is unidentified or failed to stop. Drivers who fail to stop at the scene of an accident may be untraceable. A driver may also be considered to be untraced if they provided false information, such as their name and address, insurance details, etc.
In general, road traffic accident claims are made against the other road user, with their insurance provider paying any compensation agreed upon. However, this is not possible where the driver is either untraced or uninsured. In these instances, claims may be made via the MIB.
The purpose of the MIB is to compensate those harmed in accidents involving an uninsured or untraced driver. Motor insurance providers help to fund the MIB through memberships of the organisation.
There are eligibility criteria which road traffic accident claims must meet. These are that,
- The other road user owed you a duty of care. All road users owe this to each other. This means they must act in accordance with the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Highway Code.
- The other road user was in breach of this duty.
- They caused an accident in which you (or a loved one) was harmed.
Please note, in order to claim compensation, the untraceable or uninsured driver must also be either partially or fully at fault for the accident in which you were harmed. You can find out more about how to make a personal injury claim through the MIB by getting in contact with our team. .
What Injuries Are Common For Hit And Run Injury Claims
Common injuries for hit and run claims may include fractured and broken bones, whiplash, and head injuries. The type of injury sustained and its degree of severity may depend on whether you were a vehicle occupant, cyclist, motorcyclist or pedestrian at the time of the accident. In general, motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians may sustain more severe injuries, due to being more vulnerable road users.
Potential types of injury include,
- Broken and fractured bones. Broken bones may be caused by direct blows to the body.
- Head and neck injuries. These may be caused by a vehicle striking an individual, or by their being struck inside a vehicle.
- Brain injuries. This could be caused by an external blow to the head.
- Back injuries. These could range from soft tissue injuries to the muscles, ligaments, or tendons of the back through to those affecting the spine.
- Whiplash injuries. These occur where the head and neck are rapidly and forcefully moved back and forward, causing damage to the structures of the neck.
- PTSD. Being injured in or witness to a traumatic event, such as a car crash, could trigger post-traumatic stress disorder.
You could use a hit and run compensation calculator to see how much these and other types of injury could be valued. Please speak to our team today.
What Will I Need For Hit And Run Compensation Claim?
You will need evidence such as medical records, and details of the accident in which you were harmed to make a hit and run compensation claim. Claimants must present evidence which clearly shows that they have been injured in a hit and run accident. You can read more about evidence and proof needed to prove your claim in our dedicated guide.
In addition, any personal injury claim must be submitted within the limitation period. This is usually 3 years from the date on which an accident occurred. You can read more about how long you have to claim in our guide.
Can I Claim Compensation For A Hit And Run On A No Win No Fee Basis?
Yes, you could claim compensation for a hit and run on a No Win No Fee basis. The solicitors on our panel may be able to take on your case using a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). CFAs allow potential claimants to work with personal injury solicitors on the basis that they only pay for the solicitors work if, and when, a claim is successfully concluded.
At the end of a successful claim you will pay a fee to the solicitor. This ‘success fee’ is based on a legally capped percentage of your compensation. If you don’t win, you will not be charged a success fee, with nothing to pay for the solicitors work.
The benefits of working with an expert solicitor from our panel include, ,
- A clear explanation of how the claims process works and any legal terms you encounter.
- Help identifying and collecting evidence, such as witness contact details or CCTV footage.
- Help ensuring you include any eligible out of pocket expenses in your claim.
The solicitors on our panel can take on cases from across the country. They are ready to help you understand how a hit and run compensation calculator works and how to make a claim.
Contact Compensation Calculator UK’s Advisors
Contact Compensation Calculator UK’s team of advisors today about your personal injury claim. You can learn more about how much compensation you could be eligible to claim and how a solicitor from our panel could help you.
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More Information
You can find more information in these further guides on our site and trusted external resources.
- Here you can find out more about making personal injury claims for a bicycle accident.
- Learn more about how to value an e-scooter accident claim here.
- Check how car accident compensation claims are valued here.
References.
- Get advice and information on what to do after collisions in this resource from the Police.
- Check how to request CCTV footage of your accident in this government resource.
- View statistics of reported road accidents in Great Britain in this resource.
We hope you now know more about how to use a hit and run compensation calculator. Please contact us to learn more about hit and run claims.
