A "phantom vehicle" refers to a car or other vehicle that causes an accident but is not seen or identified by anyone involved. It seems to appear out of nowhere, leaving people confused about what happened. Full definition
Essentially, the law treats that phantom vehicle as an uninsured driver. (millerandzois.com)
For immediate help following an accident involving an uninsured driver, an underinsured driver or a phantom vehicle call 816-361-5555 or complete our simple contact form to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer at our firm. (monseesmayer.com)
So in a pure uninsured motorist case where the other driver either can not be identified (hit - and - run or phantom vehicle are the most prominent examples) or has no insurance, your own insurance company essentially steps in the shoes of the defendant, assuming the at - fault driver's liability for the accident but also his damages. (marylandaccidentlawyerblog.com)