Who Will Pay Damages and Compensation to the Victim of A Hit and Run Accident in Cyprus?

In Cyprus, the driver who caused the hit and run accident and / or their insurance company will be liable for paying damages to the victim. However, in a hit and run accident, the identity of the driver may be unknown. In such cases, the victim may be able to claim compensation from the Motor Insurers' Fund.

The Motor Insurers' Fund (MIF) is a scheme that provides compensation to victims of accidents where the driver responsible cannot be identified or is uninsured. The fund is financed by a levy imposed on all motor insurance policies issued in Cyprus.

If you or your loved ones are involved in a hit and run road traffic accident you must contact the police as soon as possible to report your accident and provide details of the circumstances. You must also contact your Cyprus Personal Injury Lawyer to ensure that everything will go well.

Here are some steps you must take if you are involved in a hit and run accident:

At Rotsides & Co we routinely file MIF claims ensuring the smooth process all the way to compensation of our clients. To claim compensation from the Motor Insurers' Fund, we make certain that the claim will be prepared and filed within specific deadlines. The claim must include details of the accident, the injuries suffered by the victim, and any other relevant information.

We then arrange and guide our clients so that the relevant evidence is available for the claim to be approved by the MIF and we negotiate on our clients behalf so that the compensation is fair just and reasonable as the law provides. The Motor Insurers' Fund will pay compensation to the victim, based on the severity of their injuries and the impact on their life. The amount of compensation awarded will depend on the individual circumstances of the case, such as the extent of the injuries, the impact on the victim's ability to work and enjoy life, and any other relevant factors.

It's worth noting that in cases where the driver responsible for the hit and run accident is identified and convicted, they may still be held personally liable for paying damages to the victim, in addition to any criminal penalties they may face.

Get Help for your Case Today

For a valuation of your case and to learn more about the procedure of claiming your compensation after your accident, contact us through telephone at +357 77776997 or through email.  If you are unable to visit us to our offices, we can arrange a meeting to your place or hospital.

Our offices are in Nicosia and Limassol and we take undertake accident cases throughout Cyprus, before all district Courts in all cities of Cyprus, Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Famagusta and Paphos.

The initial meeting/consultation is free and the decision of whether you wish to proceed with your claim is entirely yours. We will advise as to the merits of your case, the chances of success and the amount you may expect as compensation. We offer a no win no fee funding agreements which means there is no financial risk to you.

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