What to do when involved in a hit-and-run accident?
NEW
YORK, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Being
involved in a hit-and-run accident in New
York can be traumatic. Unfortunately, many drivers flee the
scene to avoid legal and financial responsibility. If you have been
injured in a hit-and-run crash, the personal injury attorneys at
Tucker Lawyers want you to know your rights and the proper steps to
take.
According to New York State
law, all drivers involved in a car accident must stop immediately,
check on any injured parties, exchange information, and report the
incident to the police. Failing to do so is considered leaving the
scene of an accident and can result in legal consequences.
If you have been the victim of a hit and run, here are the steps
Tucker Lawyers recommends taking immediately:
1. Call 911 to report the accident and get medical attention.
Your health and safety should be the top priority.
2. Provide any details about the fleeing vehicle to the police,
including the make, model, color, license plate number, and
direction of travel. The more details the better, to help identify
the at-fault driver.
3. Get contact information for any witnesses who saw the crash or
fleeing vehicle. Their accounts can help support your claim.
4. Report the hit and run to your insurance provider as soon as
possible. They will help you file a police report and may cover
initial costs under your uninsured motorist coverage.
5. Contact a personal injury lawyer to understand your legal
options for pursuing compensation. Although the at-fault driver
fled, you may still be able to recover damages through your own
insurance or by filing a lawsuit.
"Hit-and-run accidents often leave victims facing costly medical
bills and lost wages through no fault of their own," says
John Tucker, Managing Attorney at
Tucker Lawyers. "Our firm helps clients navigate the legal process
to hold negligent drivers accountable and get the compensation they
deserve."
If you or a loved one has been injured in a hit-and-run crash in
New York, contact Tucker Lawyers
for a free case review. Our experienced attorneys can answer your
questions, help report the incident to the police, and pursue legal
action against the at-fault driver on your behalf.
About Tucker Lawyers:
Tucker Lawyers is a New York-based
law firm dedicated to helping victims of personal injury accidents.
Our attorneys have years of combined experience fighting for the
rights of clients in cases involving motor vehicle accidents,
premises liability, medical malpractice, and more. We offer free
consultations and do not collect fees unless we have successfully
represented our client. Contact Tucker
Lawyers at (516) 399-2364 to get the representation you
deserve.
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