What happens if we can’t agree with the MIB ?

In a claim against an untraced driver, we cannot issue court proceedings as the responsible driver won’t have been identified. At the end of negotiations with the MIB, they may issue a Formal Award. This is the final amount of compensation the MIB believe you are entitled to claim for any losses & injuries you may have suffered.

If you decide not to accept the Formal Award, there is the possibility of submitting an appeal, where an independent arbitrator is appointed to assess your claim. When deciding whether to proceed with an appeal, you should carefully consider the merits of your claim as there can be costs consequences if the arbitrator does not increase the formal award made by the MIB.