I was injured in a road accident - who can I claim compensation from?
If another driver was at fault, you can claim compensation from that driver. Normally your solicitor can negotiate compensation through their insurers. You must tell the police and your insurance company if you are injured in an accident. Otherwise the insurance company may refuse to pay any compensation.The same applies if you are injured as a passenger: you can claim compensation from the driver responsible, whether they were driving the car you were in or another vehicle. By law, drivers must at least have third party insurance, which includes cover for passengers.
If the driver responsible was not insured, or cannot be identified (e.g. because they drove off), you may be able to claim compensation from the Motor Insurers' Bureau.
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