There are many different types of dangerous car accidents. One of these accident types is hit and run, wherein the party who caused the accident leaves the scene of the incident. The person who leaves the scene has committed a crime, and this crime is punishable by law if they are found guilty in court. If you have been involved in an auto accident or even a fender bender where the person who hit you left the scene, it’s important to know what the laws are and what your rights are as a victim.
What Does a Hit and Run Look Like?
The basics of a hit-and-run accident are clear: one person hits another person on the road and drives away without stopping and exchanging information or speaking with authorities on the scene. However, you may think that hit and runs are car-on-car. They can also be a car on pedestrian, a car on non-moving car, a car on a cyclist, or a moving car hitting other objects or property.
What Should I Do as the Victim of a Hit and Run?
If you have been the victim of a hit and run, there are a few things you should do. The first is, of course, to tend to any injuries you may have. You should then make sure you report the incident to the local authorities and include any detail you can: your personal account, any photos you took, any witnesses to the incident, and, if possible, the license plate number of the offending vehicle. Then, you should contact an experienced personal injury or hit-and-run attorney in your area. A good attorney can make all the difference in fighting your case and getting any compensation you deserve.
What Penalty Might the Offending Party Face?
The offender of the hit and run could face criminal charges depending on the damage done. They may also face a civil case in situations of less damage or less severe injuries.
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- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
