Practice Areas

	Vehicle Accidents
	Slip and Fall
	Social Security Disability Benefits

An uninsured motorist ran a red light and hit my vehicle. Can anything be done?

Q: An uninsured motorist ran a red light and hit my vehicle. Can anything be done despite the fact the other driver is uninsured?

A: Typically, yes.

There can be a claim made for medical bills and lost wages, as well other damages. Depending on the coverage you purchased, you may be able to make a property damage claim against your own company. This may include rental car and towing expense. Additionally, there may be uninsured motorist benefits available for your bodily injuries or different types of claims that can be made under the Victims Compensation Fund.

Lastly, even though the driver at fault may initially appear to be uninsured, that is not always the case. Many times drivers do have insurance that covers them such as through the vehicle owner, a resident relative, employer, or in some other fashion that they did not expect. It may also be that the person has insurance, but did not have proof of it on them at the time of the accident.