Hit-And-Run Compensation WA

Yes. You can still claim through the Nominal Defendant if the driver cannot be identified. However, you must report the accident to police promptly and show that you took reasonable steps to identify the driver. Without this, your claim may not proceed.

There is no fixed amount for compensation. The value of a claim depends on the severity of your injuries, how long recovery takes and the impact on your ability to work and live independently. Medical evidence plays a key role in determining the outcome.

Both physical and psychological injuries may qualify. This includes fractures, soft tissue injuries, spinal injuries and conditions such as anxiety or post-traumatic stress. All injuries must be supported by medical evidence linking them to the accident.

Yes. In Western Australia, a personal injury claim arising from a motor vehicle accident is generally subject to a three-year limitation period from the date of the accident.

For hit-and-run claims involving an unidentified driver, you must also report the accident to police as soon as practicable, as this is a strict requirement for claims involving the Nominal Defendant. Delays in reporting can affect your ability to proceed.

Yes. Reporting the accident to police is a key requirement, particularly when the driver is unknown. A police report helps establish that the incident occurred and supports your claim with independent evidence.

Yes. Passengers injured in a hit-and-run accident are generally entitled to claim compensation, regardless of who was at fault. Their claim is assessed based on injury and supporting evidence.

Injury claims under the CTP scheme are separate from vehicle damage claims. This means your personal insurance is not affected in the same way as a property damage claim, although individual policies may differ.