Do I need to know if I have a claim before enquiring?

No. You can submit a quick enquiry even if you are unsure whether you have a claim. Legal Advice can help assess what may be available based on your circumstances — we do not guarantee any particular outcome.

What is a NSW CTP claim?

Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance may provide support to people injured in motor vehicle accidents on NSW roads. What may be available depends on your injuries, the accident and applicable law — it is not automatic compensation.

What information do I need to start?

Name and mobile are the only required fields. Accident date, location and injury details can help us guide you, but you can add those in step two or discuss them on your callback.

How long do I have to make a claim?

Time limits may apply to CTP claims in NSW. It is important to seek advice promptly so you can understand any deadlines that may affect your situation.

Is there a cost for the initial enquiry?

The initial enquiry is free. Legal Advice can explain next steps and, where relevant, discuss fee arrangements for eligible claims.

What if the other driver was unknown or uninsured?

Enquiries can still be submitted in hit and run or incomplete driver detail situations. Legal Advice can help assess nominal defendant and other options that may apply.

What is the nominal defendant?

The nominal defendant is a CTP pathway used when the at-fault vehicle is unidentified or uninsured. Legal Advice can help assess whether this may be relevant to your accident.

NSW CTP claims

Injured in a NSW accident involving an unidentified driver?

Start a quick CTP enquiry — name and mobile are enough. Legal Advice will call you back to discuss what may apply to your situation.

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When the at-fault vehicle cannot be identified or is not insured, NSW CTP includes nominal defendant arrangements so injured people are not left without a pathway to advice. Legal Advice helps you start an enquiry and understand what evidence — such as police reports — may support your situation. We assess options; we do not guarantee acceptance of any claim.

Who this page is for

Hit and run victims
Uninsured driver accident victims
Anyone unable to identify the at-fault vehicle

What may be relevant

Depending on your injuries and circumstances, these areas may be explored — outcomes vary and nothing is guaranteed.

Treatment expenses

Medical treatment, scans, specialist reviews, physiotherapy and rehabilitation costs may be relevant depending on your injuries.

Income loss

Time off work or reduced earning capacity may need to be assessed if your injuries affect your employment.

Rehabilitation

Ongoing treatment, recovery support and return-to-work planning may form part of your enquiry.

Care and support

Help from family, friends or paid carers during recovery may be considered in some circumstances.

Serious injury indicators

Fractures, head or spinal injury, psychological trauma or long-term restrictions may affect what support is explored — outcomes vary by case.

Evidence checklist

You do not need these to start your enquiry, but having them ready can help us assess your situation faster on callback.

Police event number or report (if police attended)
Photos of the scene, vehicles and visible injuries
Dashcam or CCTV footage (if available)
Witness names and contact details
Medical records, hospital papers and treatment notes
Payslips, employer letters or medical certificates (if time off work)

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to know if I have a claim before enquiring?: No. You can submit a quick enquiry even if you are unsure whether you have a claim. Legal Advice can help assess what may be available based on your circumstances — we do not guarantee any particular outcome.
What is a NSW CTP claim?: Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance may provide support to people injured in motor vehicle accidents on NSW roads. What may be available depends on your injuries, the accident and applicable law — it is not automatic compensation.
What information do I need to start?: Name and mobile are the only required fields. Accident date, location and injury details can help us guide you, but you can add those in step two or discuss them on your callback.
How long do I have to make a claim?: Time limits may apply to CTP claims in NSW. It is important to seek advice promptly so you can understand any deadlines that may affect your situation.
Is there a cost for the initial enquiry?: The initial enquiry is free. Legal Advice can explain next steps and, where relevant, discuss fee arrangements for eligible claims.
What if the other driver was unknown or uninsured?: Enquiries can still be submitted in hit and run or incomplete driver detail situations. Legal Advice can help assess nominal defendant and other options that may apply.
What is the nominal defendant?: The nominal defendant is a CTP pathway used when the at-fault vehicle is unidentified or uninsured. Legal Advice can help assess whether this may be relevant to your accident.

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