Home
What does an insured driver do when hit by an uninsured driver?
Wiki User
Answered 2010-06-17 13:29:55
- When I was hit by an uninsured motorist and it was their fault, my insurance company paid to fix my car. It's my understanding that they then sued the uninsured motorist for reimbursement. I was told that I could also file a small claims suit against the uninsured motorist for the deductible amount that I had to pay under my policy. So you have a choice; submit a claim to your company and then file a suit against the motorist to recoup your deductible, or don't file a claim with your company at all and go after the uninsured motorist in court for the complete amount. But chances are, if they can't afford insurance, then they won't be able to pay you either! If you only have liability coverage on your car, then taking them to court is obviously your only option. Keep in mind, most insurance companies require the uninsured driver to sign a statement that they have no insurance. If they don't sign, your insurance company will likely decline your claim and you will have to take the uninsured driver to court. Most insurance companies also offer an option to pay a little extra and you don't have to worry about that, your covered no matter what. So to be safe just add it to your policy.
- In the UK a body known as the Motor Insurer Bureau or MIB will meet the liability of an uninsured driver. You must make the claim against the uninsured river and you should notify the MIB. See the related link entitled "accident car insurance" for more details on how the MIB pays compensation.
Your Answer
Still Have Questions?
Related Questions
What happens when an uninsured driver driving an insured car got hit by an insured driver?
P.S. The insured driver is found at-fault with witnesses. The uninsured driver is worried if his license will be suspended or facing any penalty for driving the his parent's INSURED car.
If an uninsured driver wrecks the car of an insured driver is the uninsured driver still responsible?
If the accident was caused by the uninsured driver than the uninsured driver is definitely still responsible.
If an uninsured driver of an insured driver's car has an accident caused by another driver what will happen to the uninsured drivers license?
If the uninsured driver had the permission of the insured driver to operate the vehicle then NOTHING will happen to the uninsured driver. In fact, in this case he or she is not an uninsured driver at all. The insurance follows the vehicle first, the driver second.
Should an uninsured driver that was hit by an insured driver call a lawyer?
If you incurred losses by injury or your property was damage, I would.
Is an insured driver covered in an uninsured vehicle?
No direct answer, as this all depends of the level of cover of the insured driver.
What do you do when an Uninsured driver hits an insured driver on private property?
The insured drivers uninsured motorist coverage should take care of it. Doesn't matter if property is private or not.
Is there a Penalty for uninsured driver with insured vehicle?
As far as states go I know in Utah it is the vehicle not the driver that is insured.
What does an insured driver with liability do when they hit an uninsured driver?
your insurance contract will say something like, ''promptly report all losses'' you should report it to your company..........it doesn't matter that other vehicle is uninsured.......if you are liable you are liable, and owe for his damage, whether or not he is insured......
An uninsured driver is hit by an insured driver who pays for the uninsured car?
If the insured driver is at fault then most likely his/hers insurance will be responsible. There is a fine line when it comes to a situation like this especially if you live in a no fault state. The only true way to know the answer is to talk to an insurance company/agent.
Insured motorist hit uninsured unlicensed driver - who's responsible?
both, you for hitting the other vehicle and the other driver for being unlicensed
Can an uninsured that was hit by insured driver get any compensation?
Yes you can get compensation. The first step is to get a free consultation with a lawyer and then decide how to proceed.
What does an uninsured driver do when hit by an insured driver?
There are many questions to be asked with this question. Are you saying an uninsured driver, driving a vehicle with no insurance? First of all you hope that the insured drivers insurance company accepts liability for the damage. If they don't then your only hope is to get a lawyer and take them to court. If you can't afford a lawyer then small claims court may be an option. For a bit of advise, don't drive uninsured.
Texas uninsured driver driving insured vehicle?
Is driving without insurance
Uninsured licensed driver uses my insured car. has an accident are they covered?
It is important to understand the insurance policy that is purchased on a drivers car. The only way that an uninsured driver is covered in an insured car is id the owner of the car has that in their policy.
If an insured driver was driving your uninsured car would their insurance cover an accident?
Only if the driver was responsible and only for his liability
If an insured motorist is at fault and hits an unisured motorist will the insured motorists insurance company pay the expenses of the uninsured person?
Yes, this is because as you stated, the insured driver was at fault. The at fault driver is responsible regardless of the insured status of the person they hit. A good rule of thunb is this,, If they had insurance would I be responsible If the answer is Yes, then the answer is still Yes
If a uninsured car is parked and hit by an insured car will the insured cars insurance company pay for damages?
Only if the insured car was at fault.
Can an insured driver drive an uninsured?
uninsured what?? If it is drivable, of course, any driver can drive it if that driver is knowledgeable as to the mechanics and procedure needed to drive it. This is just one more question that is too vague to give a propper answer.
Uninsured driver driving insured car is he covered?
If a person is driving a car and he/she is uninsured but the vehicle in which he is driving is registered and insured to another individual, the registered owner is liable for the damages to the other pwesond's vehicle.
What is covered if an insured driver gets into an accident in an uninsured car?
This would require more information to answer.
The liable driver was not insured how does the insured victim get money back?
Some insurance company policies cover being hit by an uninsured driver -check you policy. If not then you would have to sue the liable driver personally (only worth doing if you think he/she has any assets to cover the claim and the legal costs).
Should anything be done by an uninsured driver who was rear-ended by an insured driver when only the insured driver had damage in Texas?
Proably not, except of course you need to get insurance, luckily this one wasn't your fault
Will an uninsured licensed driver be ticketed when driving an insured car in an accident?
Yes. If the driver is not an insured, the uninsured driver can be ticketed even if the car itself is insured. In many U.S. states they will also impound the vehicle when it is found being driven by an uninsured driver. It is the responsibility of the vehicle owner to insure that anyone you let drive has appropriate coverage. Unfortunate there is a lot of misinformation out there from laymen that erroneously informs people that anyone who drives the car is insured. This is simply not true. Your will have to see your policy definitions for a covered driver or contact your insurance agent for clarification of when a driver is considered covered under your the terms of your auto insurance policy.
Does progressive insurance cover if an uninsured driver gets in an accident in an insured car?
Yes they should. Did you carry uninsured motorist? The only issue is if your car had a driver that did not have a license or was living in your home and you did not tell them about this person.
Still have questions?
