Hit-and-run accidents are both dangerous and distressing. Victims are left with injuries, questions, and often a sense of injustice. Hit-and-runs, where a driver causes a car accident and then flees the scene without providing contact information or aiding the injured, are sadly not uncommon in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles County.
One of the most pressing concerns for hit-and-run victims is whether they can receive compensation without identifying the at-fault driver. In California, it’s certainly more straightforward to pursue damages when the other party is identified, but it’s not necessarily over if they aren’t caught.
At Oaks Law Firm, our hit-and-run accident attorneys have experience fighting for compensation for victims of incidents in which the at-fault driver flees the scene. We know what it takes for victims to obtain recourse through their own insurance policies, particularly if they have uninsured motorist (UM) coverage or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage. These coverages are designed to fill the gap when the at-fault driver cannot be identified or lacks sufficient insurance.
If you were injured or a loved one was killed in an LA hit-and-run accident, contact Oaks Law Firm for a free case evaluation. A member of our team can listen to the details of what happened, answer crash-related questions, explain your legal options, and help you decide on the next steps. There is no obligation to hire, just information you can trust from a law firm with more than 20 years of experience serving the Valley.
Hit-and-run accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, depending on the severity of the collision. The physical and emotional toll of these injuries can be immense, necessitating urgent and sometimes ongoing medical attention. Common injuries include:
In the absence of a responsible party, the victims’ own insurance policies often provide the first layer of financial support. If you have medical payments coverage (MedPay), it can cover immediate medical costs regardless of fault. Beyond this, Underinsured Motorist (UIM) Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage becomes pivotal. UM coverage is particularly designed to protect you when the at-fault driver is uninsured or, as in hit-and-run cases, unknown.
If you find yourself the victim of a hit-and-run in Los Angeles, there are several steps to prioritize:
The reasons behind such irresponsible behavior vary, but in the end, there is one truth – victims of hit-and-runs deserve justice and compensation for their damages.
Navigating the aftermath of a hit-and-run accident requires fast action, awareness of legal rights, and, often, professional legal assistance. The compassionate attorneys at Oaks Law Firm are dedicated to supporting victims of such incidents, leveraging our experience to pursue justice and secure the compensation they deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in a San Fernando Valley hit-and-run, contact us for a free case evaluation. We are available 24/7.
