Document background
The Demand Letter For Accident Settlement is a critical document in Malaysian accident claims, serving as a formal request for compensation before initiating legal proceedings. It is typically used when informal negotiations have not yielded satisfactory results or as an initial formal step in seeking compensation. The document must comply with Malaysian legal requirements, particularly the Road Transport Act 1987 and Civil Law Act 1956, and includes detailed information about the accident, injuries, damages, and specific compensation demanded. This letter acts as documented evidence of the claimant's attempt to resolve the matter amicably and can be crucial if the case proceeds to court. In Malaysia, such letters are often required by courts as evidence of pre-litigation settlement attempts and must be drafted with attention to local legal requirements and customs.
