Victim of a Hit and Run Accident? Don’t Panic and Do These 4 Things Instead

What to Do if You are the Victim of a Hit and Run Accident

If you are the victim of a hit and run accident, there’s no question it can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. When in this situation, you may wonder what to do and how to handle the incident.

Don’t worry you aren’t alone. After all, it’s often difficult to think straight after this type of traumatic experience occurs. If you ever find yourself in this situation, the best thing you can do is heed the advice found here.

Gather as Much Information as You Can

After a hit and run accident occur, it’s your job to gather as much information about the driver who hit you as possible. This includes things like the make and model of the vehicle, colour of the vehicle, license plate number and state, a description of the driver, and any other type of identifying the information you can remember.

Be sure to also note what time of day the incident occurred, as well as your location. If the incident occurs when you are not in your vehicle, then it’s a good idea to ask others in the area if they saw anything. If you do find a witness, be sure to gather their information. If you seek help after an accident from an attorney all this information can be invaluable for your case.

File a Police Report

Regardless of where you live, the action of leaving the scene of an accident is considered a serious offence. Penalties for doing this range from the suspension of the individual’s driving privileges, significant fines, and even time in jail.

If you are the victim of a hit and run accident, be sure to file a police report. Even if the report never leads to finding the guilty party, it can help with the insurance claim you have to make to have your vehicle fixed.

Contact Your Insurance Company

A hit and run accident occurs somewhere in the U.S. every minute, of every day. As a result, insurance companies are familiar with these types of claims. As a result, you need to make sure you contact your insurance company so they can walk you through the process of “what’s next.”

Seek Legal Help

In most cases, a hit and run accident are going to require you to file a claim with your personal auto insurance, even though you aren’t to blame for any damage to your property or vehicle. Because of this, if you are a victim of this type of situation, you should seek out the help of legal counsel to ensure you can recover the compensation you deserve.

Remember, not all attorneys are created equal. As a result, it’s a good idea to do some research and ask for recommendations before hiring legal representation.

Handling a Hit and Run Accident: Now You Know

If you ever happen to be the unfortunate victim of a hit and run accident, be sure to keep the tips and information here in mind. They can help you recover the compensation you need to repair your vehicle and cover your medical bills if you suffered an injury.

While no one wants to be in this situation, knowing what to do can take some of the stress and uncertainty away.

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