What is a hit and run accident?
When you are involved in a car accident, you are required by law to stop your vehicle, make sure that everyone is okay and exchange details with the other parties involved for insurance and repair purposes.
A failure to follow this process is considered to be a ‘hit and run’, and can result in heavy fines and even imprisonment for its selfishness and disregard for others. The presence of a hit and run turns a motor vehicle accident into a crime scene, and means the person who failed to stop may not be eligible to claim insurance.
What will compensation for a hit and run accident claim cover?
You have the legal right to claim for hit and run accident compensation, even if the driver who failed to stop has not been identified.
Compensation for hit and run accidents will often cover:
- Physical and psychological injuries
- Loss of past or future earnings
- Pain, suffering and loss of life enjoyment
- Medical and rehab costs
- Your dependents (like your spouse or children)
Find out more about Australian road death statistics.
Meet LHD's Hit & Run Claim Specialists
Tanya To
Special Counsel
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Works across NSW, TAS
Marko Eric
Partner *
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Works across VIC
Philip Scroope
Special Counsel
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Works across NSW
What happens after your free claim check
Once you’ve completed your free claim check, we’ll arrange a call to talk through your accident with you and wether we think you have a claim. If you decide to move forward, we’ll guide you through each step – from gathering the right information to dealing with insurers and progressing your claim.
A call with our team.
It starts with a conversation where we take the time to understand what’s happened and how it’s affected you, then help you understand where you stand and what your options are.
What to prepare
You don’t need to have everything, but if you have details about the incident, medical treatment, insurance or superannuation, it can help us get started. We can guide you on anything else needed.
How fees work
There’s no upfront cost to get advice, and if we take on your claim, it’s on a no win, no fee basis, meaning you don’t pay our legal fees unless your claim is successful.
Why Clients Choose LHD Lawyers
Choosing a lawyer is about more than legal outcomes — it’s about feeling safe, informed, and genuinely supported throughout a process that can be long and uncertain.
No upfront costs
We operate on a no win, no fee basis, so you can pursue your claim without any financial risk. You only pay if we win.
You’re not just a case
We take time to understand you as a person, what happened, and how the injury has affected your life. No case is too big or too small.
Real people. Real results.
With 35 years of experience and a 99% win rate, we have helped thousands of Australians secure compensation that made a real difference.
Support that fits around you
We work around you, whether that is in person, by phone or by video. If you cannot travel, we can come to you at home or in hospital.
Complex cases, handled properly
Not every claim is simple, and we do not treat it as if it is. Our team has the experience and depth to handle complex and serious matters.
National strength. Personal approach
We operate nationally, bringing specialist expertise to every client. Your case is always handled by local lawyers who know your state.