LONDON--March 6, 2006--Many employed or self employed drivers are risking losing out on their income through no fault of their own simply because there didn't take out 'Motor Legal Protection' as part of their van insurance cover, says Budget Van Insurance.

For as little as GBP 2 per month van drivers, involved in a non-fault accident, can cover themselves against loss of earnings if they are unable to work as a result of a road accident or simply need to get a replacement vehicle if their van is damaged and off the road.

Motor legal protection provides a range of benefits -subject to various terms and conditions - designed to help drivers and provides assistance against situations that could have a major impact on their ability to do their job.

Even in the situation where an accident is not the insured's fault, no van insurance policy will cover the insured against all their losses. With motor legal protection the insured is given access to a team of experts who can help to recover a range of uninsured losses such as loss of earnings, personal injury and compensation claims, personal effects and other expenses paid out, so long as the third party involved in the accident can be traced.

Matthew Gledhill, Managing Director, Budget Van Insurance, says:-

"There are many van drivers who are overlooking the benefits of motor legal protection unaware of the valuable role it could play if they are involved in a non-fault motor accident. For the sake of GBP 2 per month, to have peace of mind that you won't lose out on earnings or have to pay to hire a replacement vehicle is a massive benefit. In addition, we will handle all legal issues and other out of pocket expenses.

"If you can't afford to lose a day's earnings or have your vehicle off the road then it's essential to cover yourself with motor legal protection."