It’s hard to believe that anyone could hit a pedestrian, biker, or another driver in a crash and not stay to determine whether that person is alright or render aid if possible. No matter how afraid someone is after such an unfortunate turn of events, there is no excuse for fleeing the scene of an…
A hit-and-run accident is any car crash where someone leaves the scene of the accident. It doesn’t matter if the crash was a minor one with no injuries, or even if it wasn’t your fault. If you leave the scene of an accident before reporting it to the police, you could be charged with hit-and-run.
Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents are common. We have gathered some of them on this page from local and national news sources. All sources are cited in the articles.
Most of the time, a personal injury lawyer will only be called in to help with a hit-and-run accident by the victim, not the one running away. Hit-and-runs are difficult to get full compensation from, but there are options. All motorists are supposed to carry personal injury protection coverage, which will cover up to $10,000 of medical and repair expenses.
Additionally, you can purchase uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. Insurance companies treat hit-and-run drivers as a driver with no insurance. You may have to purchase separate coverage for property damage and bodily injury depending on your insurance provider. Your health insurance may also have coverage for auto accident injuries, though this depends on the policy. A personal injury lawyer can go through your policy and see what is covered.
The best-case scenario for getting full compensation is if the police find the other driver. Most courts and insurers will automatically assign fault to a driver that flees because of their negligence.
So don’t give up hope if you’ve been hit by a hit-and-run driver. Contact Chalik Law to learn about your options. You may still be able to get adequate compensation.
Davie Man Charged in Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash
The Sun-Sentinel reports that a 20-year-old man from Davie has been charged for his role in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Dania Beach last year. On Monday, June 28, 2021, police took 20-year-old Robier Font Osaba into custody in connection to a deadly hit-and-run crash on February 26, 202, at approximately 12:02 a.m. According to…
Teen Killed In Calhoun Hit-And-Run
MyPanhandle.com reported that a young woman was fatally wounded in a hit-and-run car accident that took place in Calhoun County, Florida on Saturday, March 27, 2021 in which an off-road vehicle struck her as she was walking down the roadway. According to a press release issued by officials with the Florida Highway Patrol and information…
Clearwater Man Accused Of Hit And Run
The Tampa Bay Reporter reported recently that a Clearwater man has been arrested and charged for his alleged role in a hit and run car accident on the afternoon of Saturday, January 2nd in Clearwater. According to officials with local law enforcement, the incident took place on the afternoon of Saturday, January 2, 2021 between…
UF Student Killed In Hit-And-Run
WJCB Channel 10 ABC News reported recently that a University of Florida student was killed last Wednesday in a hit-and-run motor vehicle accident in Gainesville. The incident took place when a Jacksonville woman attempted to cross the road on the 2000 block of West University Avenue and was struck by a westbound motor vehicle, according…
Woman Hits and Fatally Injures a Teen and Is Charged With a Felony
Any driver involved in a crash should stay at the scene, even if they feel they may face charges related to the accident. In Florida, leaving the scene can result in criminal penalties on top of any traffic violations. Leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage is a misdemeanor and can result in…