Motor Traffic Guarantee Fund: your safety net after an accident

Liane FoeLawyer

What is the Motor Traffic Guarantee Fund?

The Motor Traffic Guarantee Fund offers a solution when you have damage due to a traffic accident and the perpetrator was unknown, uninsured or driving a stolen vehicle. This prevents you from being stuck with the costs yourself.

When can you appeal to the Guarantee Fund?

You can use the Guarantee Fund in the following situations:

• Unknown perpetrator: For example, in a hit-and-run where the perpetrator is untraceable.
• Uninsured vehicle: If the driver does not have compulsory third-party insurance.
• Stolen vehicle: When the offender was driving a stolen vehicle.

Conditions for a claim

To successfully file a claim, you must meet certain conditions:

1. Report to the police within 14 days.
2. Collect witness statements to support the situation.
3. Provide evidence of your efforts to track down the perpetrator, such as placing a call.
4. Liability: With a known but uninsured perpetrator, you must first hold them liable in writing.

How do you file a claim?

You can easily submit your claim through the customer portal of the Waarborgfonds Motorverkeer. Here you can also follow the status of your claim. For efficient and correct processing, it is smart to seek legal help.

What damages are compensated?

You can easily submit your claim through the customer portal of the Waarborgfonds Motorverkeer. Here you can also follow the status of your claim. For efficient and correct processing, it is smart to seek legal help.

What damages are compensated?

The Guarantee Fund compensates both property damage and personal injury. There is a €250 deductible for property damage, but personal injury has no deductible. Consider:

• Medical treatment costs.
• Repair costs of your vehicle.
• Loss of income due to disability.

Filing a claim can be complicated. With a personal injury lawyer, you make sure your claim stands strong. We will help you gather evidence, negotiate with the fund and obtain maximum compensation.

Conclusion

The Motor Traffic Guarantee Fund provides crucial help for victims of traffic accidents without an insured perpetrator. By filing a claim in a timely manner and complying with the requirements, you can get your damages compensated. Contact Letselschade Advocaat Amsterdam for expert guidance on filing your claim.