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Hit and Runs
Hit and runs collisions are estimated at over 737,100, translating to a hit-and-run crash happening somewhere in the U.S. every 43 seconds. Even though hit and run collisions are not as frequent as car crashes, hit-and-run collisions present their own challenge, which is recovering damages from a party that has fled the scene.
What many people do not know is that Uninsured Motorist coverage protects you if you are involved in a collision with a driver that flees the scene. This applies whether you are in a car, riding a bicycle, or walking on the street. If you are struck by a car that does not stop to help, your car insurance will look to your Uninsured Motorist coverage to compensate you for your harm and losses.
But it is important to make sure that you have Uninsured Motorist coverage on your insurance policy and that you have enough to protect yourself.
The key to identifying the criminal is to provide law enforcement and an attorney with as much information as possible. Provide the following to help identify the offender:
- The other car’s make, model, color, and license plate number – even partial numbers can be helpful.
- The names and contact information of anyone who may have witnessed the accident.
- The exact time and location of the wreck, as camera footage from security cameras at nearby intersections, gas stations, and other businesses can be downloaded to identify the suspect.
NEVER TALK TO THE OTHER DRIVER’S INSURANCE COMPANY!!
If you or anyone you know has been injured in a hit-and-run, please contact our office right away so we can help you!
