Hit and run motor vehicle accidents are those in which the driver of the at-fault vehicle flees the scene of the accident. This type of accidents are very stressful for victims and their families. Since details of offending vehicle are not known, the injured victim or the legal heir of the deceased cannot claim compensation through the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT). India has the highest number of road accidents in the world. Various reasons such as rash and negligent driving, poor road infrastructure, inadequate lighting, improper signage and potholes are some of the major causes of road accidents in the country. Many roads are not designed properly resulting in accident-prone stretches. Condition of the vehicles also play a significant role in road accidents. Non availability of immediate medical aid to the grievously injured accident victims, especially during the golden hour period, results in deaths in many instances where lives could have been saved. Hit and Run Mot...