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Unidentified Driver & ICWA Claims

Need legal help after a hit and run in WA? Get No Win No Fee advice from a hit and run claims lawyer WA. WA’s local hit and run claim experts. We run your ICWA Nominal Defendant claim end to end.

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Hit and Run Accident in WA? You Have Rights

Injured by an unidentified driver in WA? ICWA covers eligible hit-and-run accidents. Foyle Legal can help you to claim it.

Hit and run compensation WA — unidentified driver accident claim WA

If you are injured by a vehicle in WA and the at-fault driver cannot be identified, you can claim personal injury compensation through ICWA as the Nominal Defendant. Tell police and notify ICWA as soon as possible. Time limits apply → Check your eligibility now.

Who can claim

Drivers, passengers, motorbike riders, cyclists, and pedestrians injured by an unidentified vehicle in WA.

Your primary goals

Get treatment, preserve evidence, Foyle Legal will protect your rights, and maximise your payout. No Win, No Fee.

ICWA Nominal Defendant — who pays your CTP claim for hit and run WA

To succeed with a hit-and-run injury claim when the offending vehicle cannot be identified, you must meet the special requirements in the Motor Vehicle (Third Party Insurance) Act 1943. In addition to proving the unknown driver’s negligence caused your injuries, you must, as soon as practicable after the accident,

  1. make due search and inquiry to try to identify the vehicle, and
  2. give the Insurance Commission of WA (ICWA) written notice of your claim with a short statement of its grounds.

If you do these things, you can sue ICWA directly for the judgment you could have recovered from the unknown driver.

Practically, report the crash to police, keep medical evidence, and collect anything that shows your search and inquiry efforts (CCTV/dash-cam requests, social-media calls for witnesses, door-knocks, signage checks).

  • You can claim against an unknown driver WA through ICWA even if the driver is never found.
  • Property damage is not covered by CTP. Ask us about next steps.

Ask for legal advice after a hit and run WA as early as possible to protect evidence and rights.

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How to make a hit and run claim WA

  • Report to WA Police using the online crash report if police do not attend.
  • Get medical care and keep all records and referrals.
  • Notify ICWA that the at-fault vehicle or driver is unidentified.
  • Preserve evidence: photos, dashcam, CCTV locations, witnesses, clothing.
  • Engage a WA lawyer to manage ICWA forms, liability proof, and negotiations.

This is the ICWA hit and run process. We handle your nominal defendant claim WA from notice to settlement.

Evidence expires fast. CCTV is often overwritten within days. Act now.

Time limits hit and run claim WA — act fast

  • Personal injury court limit: generally 3 years from the crash date.
  • ICWA notice: give notice as soon as practicable after the crash.
  • Evidence: request CCTV and witness details early or they may be lost.

→ See personal injury claim process for more details.

Proven Results in WA Hit and Run Injury Claims

We act for victims who have been injured in hit and run accidents across WA. Examples are anonymised and illustrative only. Past results don’t guarantee future outcomes.

$250,000— Passenger Injured in Hit and Run Accident

  • Situation: Negligent driver swerved onto the wrong side of the road and hit client’s car and then drove off.
  • Injury: Fractured lumber spine, rib fractures, fractured foot and lacerations to head.
  • Result: Client not working at time of accident. $250,000 compensation won after building case around the extent of general damages suffered.

$450,000 — Motorcyclist Injured by Hit and Run Driver

  • Situation: Negligent driver turned in front of motorcyclist. Client smashed into car.
  • Injury: Multiple fractures to spine and ribs. Surgical intervention. Adjustment disorder.
  • Result: $450,000 compensation won after loss of work function argument proven.

$142,070 — Driver Injured by Hit and Run Driver Making an Unsafe Turn

  • Situation: Client’s car collided with negligent vehicle. Client’s eye struck car’s sun visor.
  • Injury: Surgery required to left eye. Reduced visual acuity in left eye.
  • Result: $142,070 in compensation won after a difficult argument to establish negligence.

Gather evidence hit and run WA — what proves your claim

1

Crash happened

Make an online crash report. Collect photos of the accident and information about the accident scene. Obtain medical treatment. 
2

Vehicle linkage

We obtain evidence from WA Police and ICWA to link your accident to a vehicle. This sometimes include CCTV and number-plate sightings.
3

Fault

We gather evidence including witness statements and police records to show that a driver was negligent in causing your injury.
4

ICWA process

We make a claim with ICWA then assist you to gather fault information and medical evidence then negotiate settlement.

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What to do after a hit and run in WA — checklist

  • Call 000 for emergencies or 131 444 for police attendance
  • Photograph scene, debris, damage, skid marks, road layout
  • Save dashcam files. List nearby CCTV cameras and addresses
  • Record witness names and phone numbers
  • See your GP and follow referrals
  • Keep receipts and a symptom diary
  • Lodge ICWA injury notification and mark driver unknown

Pedestrian and cyclist hit and run claims — Perth & WA

Hit walking or on a bike by an unknown vehicle? Our pedestrian hit and run lawyer Perth team runs your unidentified driver accident claim WA through ICWA, from evidence to payout.

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Driver not found? Your options in WA

A WA hit-and-run injury lawyer can lodge your claim against ICWA for an unidentified driver, secure the evidence you need, and negotiate your compensation. Act fast to preserve CCTV footage and witness details.

Why choose Foyle Legal for hit and run claims

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Hit and Run / Unidentified Driver ICWA Claim – FAQ

Who pays if the driver is unknown in WA?

ICWA pays as the Nominal Defendant. You can claim against an unknown driver WA like a normal CTP claim. Notify ICWA quickly and preserve evidence to prove fault and causation.

How do I make a hit and run claim WA?

Report to police, file a notice of intention to make claim form with ICWA.  A lawyer manages the ICWA hit and run process and negotiations. Act early to secure CCTV and witnesses.

Do I need a police report for a hit and run WA?

Yes. File a police report hit and run WA or online crash report if police do not attend. The incident number helps ICWA confirm the event and supports liability.

What are the time limits?

Court action is generally three years from the crash. Give notice to ICWA as soon as practicable after the occurrence giving rise to the claim.

Can I claim if the driver is never found in WA?

Yes. You claim through ICWA as the Nominal Defendant. Report to police and notify ICWA as soon as practicable after the occurrence giving rise to the claim. Early evidence collection improves outcomes.

Is property damage covered by ICWA?

No. CTP covers personal injury only. A motor vehicle damage insurer may payout the motor vehicle damage claim.

Do you act No Win No Fee?

Yes. If we do not win, you do not pay our legal fees. Conditions apply. We explain costs and risks at the start.

What if I was a pedestrian or cyclist?

You can claim if your injury was caused by the driving of a motor vehicle in WA. We gather evidence to prove mechanism and liability.

Where can I learn more about WA injury claims?

Start here: our WA Personal Injury FAQs, the Foyle Legal Blog, and our podcast. Plain-English guides, updates, and real WA case insights.

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Foyle Legal Provides Legal Services to all of WA

What suburbs in Perth does Foyle Legal provide legal representation to?

Looking for best personal injury & workers compensation lawyers near you in Perth? Foyle Legal provides legal representation for WorkCover claims, workplace injury claims, motor vehicle accident claims, public liability claims, medical negligence claims, criminal injuries compensation claims.

We handle all WA personal injury matters across Perth, including the northern suburbs, southern suburbs, Perth CBD, eastern suburbs, western suburbs, and Fremantle.

North of the river – Northern Suburbs

Ballajura – Bassendean – Bayswater – Beechboro – Carine – Carramar – Clarkson – Connolly – Currambine – Dianella – Doubleview – Duncraig – Eden Hill – Edgewater – Embleton – Glendalough- Greenwood – Gwelup – Heathridge – Hillarys – Inglewood – Innaloo – Joondalup – Kallaroo – Karrinyup – Kingsley – Landsdale – Maida Vale – Malaga – Marangaroo – Mindarie – Mindarie Keys- Morley – Mullaloo – Munster – North Beach – Osborne Park – Padbury – Scarborough – Shenton Park – Sorrento – Trigg – Tuart Hill – Wanneroo – Warwick – Waterman – Wembley Downs – Woodlands – Woodvale – Yanchep

South of the River – Southern Suburbs

Alfred Cove – Applecross – Ardross – Attadale – Bateman – Beaconsfield – Beeliar – Bentley – Bibra Lake – Bicton – Booragoon – Bullcreek – Canning Bridge – Canning Vale – Cannington – Casuarina- Cockburn – Como – Coogee – East Victoria Park – Forrestdale – Gosnells – Jandakot – Karawara – Kelmscott – Kwinana – Melville – Mount Pleasant – Palmyra – Shelley – Spearwood – Success – Wattle Grove – Welshpool – Willetton – Wilson – Winthrop

Perth Inner City

Burswood – CBD/Northbridge – East Perth – Highgate – Leederville – Maylands – Mount Hawthorn- Mount Lawley – North Perth – South Perth – Subiaco – Victoria Park – West Leederville – West Perth – CBD – Kings Park – Northbridge – Perth

Eastern Suburbs

Ascot – Belmont – Carlisle – Kewdale – Newburn – Redcliffe – Rivervale

Western Suburbs

Churchlands – City Beach – Claremont – Cottesloe – Crawley – Daglish – Dalkeith – Floreat – Mosman Park – Mount Claremont – Nedlands – Swanbourne – Wembley

Fremantle

East Fremantle – Fremantle – Hamilton Hill – North Fremantle – O’Connor – South Fremantle

Does Foyle Legal provide Legal presentation to surrounding areas of Perth?

Yes, Foyle Legal extends legal presentation to surrounding areas of Perth. This include but limited to Avon Valley, North Coast & Valleys, Peel areas, Perth Hills, Rottnest Island, and Swan Valley.

Avon Valley

Avon Valley – New Norcia – Northam – Other Avon Valley Areas – Toodyay – York – Clackline – Wooroloo

North Coast & Valleys

Bindoon – Chittering – Gingin – Guilderton – Lancelin – Ledge Point – Lower Chittering – Moore River – Neeragabby – Upper Chittering – Wanerie – Woodridge

Peel Region

Mandurah – Peel Coast – Peel Inland – Baldivis – Barragup – Boddington – Dawesville – Dwellingup- Falcon – Greenfields – Halls Head – Karnup – Mandurah – Mandurah East – Meadow Springs – Pinjarra – Port Kennedy – Quindanning – Ravenswood – Rockingham – Rockingham Beach – Safety Bay – Secret Harbour – Serpentine – Shoalwater – South Yunderup – Wannanup – Waroona- West Pinjarra

Perth Hills

Armadale Area – Bickley – Carmel Wine Region – Kalamunda Area – Mundaring Area – Other Perth Hills Areas – Serpentine – Jarrahdale Area – Armadale – Bedfordale – Bickley – Byford – Carmel – Chidlow – Darling Downs – Darlington – Forrestfield – Gidgegannup – Glen Forrest – Gooseberry Hill – Greenmount – High Wycombe – Hovea – Jarrahdale – Kalamunda – Karragullen – Lesmurdie – Mount Helena – Mundaring – Mundijong – Orange Grove – Parkerville – Paulls Valley – Pickering Brook – Roleystone – Stoneville – Wungong

Swan Valley

Baskerville – Belhus – Bellevue – Brigadoon – Bullsbrook – Caversham – Ellenbrook – Guildford – Hazelmere – Henley Brook – Herne Hill – Middle Swan – Midland – Midvale – Millendon – South Guildford – Swan Valley – The Vines – Upper Swan – Viveash – West Midland – West Swan – Whiteman

Does Foyle Legal provide legal service to clients in Regional WA?

Yes, we service all of WA, including remote or regional areas of Western Australia.

Caiguna – Cocklebiddy – Madura – Mundrabilla – Esperance – Woody Island – Goldfields – Balladonia – Boulder – Broad Arrow – Coolgardie – Cue – Gwalia – Kalgoorlie – Kalgoorlie-Boulder – Kambalda – Kookynie – Laverton – Leonora – Menzies – Murchison – Norseman – Warburton – Hopetoun – Munglinup – Ravensthorpe – Wheatbelt – Bolgart – Broomehill – Caballing – Corrigin – Gnowangerup – Holleton – Hyden – Kulin – Lake Grace – Lake Yealering – Merredin – Mullewa – Narembeen – Narrogin – Nungarin – Wagin – Wandering – Watheroo – Williams – Coral Coast – Cervantes to Dongara – Badgingarra – Cervantes – Dongara – Eneabba – Green Head – Jurien – Leeman – Mingenew – Port Denison – Coral Bay – Exmouth – Ningaloo Reef – Abrolhos Islands – Carnamah – Geraldton – Greenough – Northampton – Kalbarri – Port Gregory – Carnarvon – Denham – Monkey Mia – Shark Bay – North West – The Kimberley – Broome Peninsula – Broome – Cable Beach – Roebuck – Dampier Peninsula – East Kimberley – Halls Creek – Kununurra – Lake Argyle – Warmun – Wyndham – West Kimberley – Derby – Fitzroy Crossing – The Pilbara – Karijini -Pilbara Coast – Dampier – Karratha – Onslow – Point Samson – Port Hedland – Roebourne – South Hedland – Thevenard Island – Wickham – Pilbara Outback – Marble Bar – Newman – Pilbara – South West – Blackwood River Valley – Balingup Area – Balingup – Mullalyup – Boyup Brook Area – Boyup Brook – Bridgetown / Greenbushes Area – Bridgetown – Greenbushes – Nannup Area – Jalbarragup – Nannup – Geographe / Bunbury – Bunbury Area – Australind – Bunbury – Eaton – Collie River Valley Area – Collie River Valley – Donnybrook / Capel – Capel – Donnybrook – Glen Mervyn – Kirup – Peppermint Grove Beach – Ferguson Valley Area – Dardanup – Ferguson Valley – Wellington Mill – Wellington Mills via Dardanup – Harvey Area – Binningup – Cookernup – Harvey – Myalup – Preston Beach – Yarloop – Great Southern – Albany Coast – Albany – Big Grove – Bornholm – Emu Point – Little Grove – Middleton Beach – Redmond – Robinson – Bremer Bay Coast – Bremer Bay – Denmark Coast – Bow Bridge – Denmark – Golden Hill – Hazelvale – Kentdale – Nornalup – Frankland River – Frankland – Kojonup – Mount Barker / Porongurup – Amelup – Cranbrook – East Porongurup – Kendenup – Manypeaks – Mount Barker – Narrikup – Porongurup – Margaret River – Busselton/Vasse – Broadwater – Busselton – Geographe – Vasse – Dunsborough/Yallingup – Bunker Bay – Cape Naturaliste – Carbunup – Carbunup River – Dunsborough – Eagle Bay – Marybrook – Naturaliste – Quedjinup – Quindalup – Yallingup – Margaret River Central – Forest Grove – Forest Grove via Margaret River – Gnarabup – Gnarabup Beach – Karridale – Margaret Region – Margaret River – Prevelly Park – Rosa Glen – Margaret River North – Chapman Hill – Cowaramup – Gracetown – Metricup – Wilyabrup – Witchcliffe – Yelverton – Margaret River South – Augusta – Kudardup – Southern Forests – Manjimup Area – Donnelly River – Manjimup – Nyamup – Quinninup – Northcliffe Area – Pemberton Area – Pemberton – West Pemberton – Walpole Area – North Walpole – Walpole

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