Florida law requires drivers involved in crashes resulting in injury or death to stop, remain at the scene, and fulfill their legal responsibilities. Yet hit-and-run crashes continue to put drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists at risk.
When a driver flees, identifying the person responsible can become more difficult. You may also face questions about how to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages, particularly if the driver is never identified.
Even if the driver cannot be found, you may still have options through your own insurance coverage. Understanding those options can be an important step toward protecting your recovery.
At Kushel Law Group, we help people injured in hit-and-run accidents understand their rights, explore their insurance options, and pursue the compensation they may be entitled to. We take the time to understand your situation and help you navigate the next steps.
Hit-and-run accidents can happen in many circumstances, including collisions at intersections, rear-end crashes, parking lot accidents, and incidents involving pedestrians or cyclists.
Drivers may flee because they are uninsured, impaired, driving without a valid license, or trying to avoid responsibility. Regardless of why a driver leaves, doing so can make an already difficult situation more complicated for the injured person.
Determining what happened requires a careful review of the available evidence, including witness statements, surveillance footage, vehicle descriptions, and police reports.
Hit-and-run crashes can cause serious injuries, particularly when the collision involves a pedestrian, cyclist, or motorcycle rider.Common injuries include traumatic brain injuries and concussions, broken bones and fractures, neck and back injuries, spinal cord injuries, internal injuries, and permanent disabilities.Some injuries may not be immediately apparent after a crash. Seeking medical attention promptly is important for your health and can help document your injuries and treatment. Serious injuries may also require ongoing rehabilitation, future medical care, and time away from work.
The driver who caused the crash may be legally responsible for the injuries and damages that result. However, when that driver cannot be identified, recovering compensation may require exploring other options. Depending on your circumstances and insurance policy, potential sources of coverage may include uninsured motorist coverage, personal injury protection (PIP), or other applicable insurance benefits. If the driver is identified, additional claims may be possible.At Kushel Law Group, we can investigate the circumstances, review available insurance coverage, and help you understand your legal options, even when the driver responsible has not been found.
If you've been injured in a hit-and-run accident, seek medical attention first and report the crash to law enforcement. If possible, record the vehicle's description, license plate number, and direction of travel. Collect witness information, photograph the scene, and preserve any available video footage. Notify your insurance company and keep records of medical expenses, missed work, and other losses.
When a driver flees, dealing with insurance companies and determining what coverage applies can be especially challenging. At Kushel Law Group, we investigate the accident, review your available insurance options, and handle communications and negotiations to help pursue the compensation you deserve.
You shouldn't have to navigate the aftermath of a hit-and-run accident alone. We're here to help you understand your options, protect your rights, and focus on your recovery while we work on your case.
You focus on your recovery. We'll focus on your case. Contact Kushel Law Group today to schedule a consultation.
Our office is located in Boca Raton, but we also proudly serve clients in Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, and Southern Florida.
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