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I have third party insurance and was hit by a drunk driver - where do I stand?

I currently have third party insurance but I was hit by a drunk driver. Where do I stand ?

Asked on 13 December 2017 by Cheryl swanson

Answered by Honest John
You need to contact either an Accident Management Company/Claims management Company that is regulate by either the FCA or CMR(claims management regulator).Or contact a solicitor.

It does not matter the driver was drunk, as long as he was insured, The insurer has to meet it's obligations under the Road Traffic act for third party claimants.
www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/52/section/151
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