When you’re hurt by a careless driver, it’s already tough to recover from your losses. If the other driver leaves the scene of the accident before checking to see whether you’re OK, you’re likely feeling angry, scared, and unsure of what to do next.
If you’re struggling with an Idaho hit-and-run accident claim, you may need help from an attorney to secure the compensation you deserve. Reach out for help if another driver left you injured and didn’t take responsibility for their actions.
If you’ve been hit by a driver who then drove away, what are you supposed to do? The responsible driver may be tough to find, so getting a car accident lawyer in Boise could be key to getting compensation for your losses.
Typically, your lawyer will start by looking for any evidence of the hit-and-run driver. Video footage or eyewitnesses can help you get a description of the vehicle or a license plate, for example. Your lawyer has experience understanding the many avenues available for tracking down a hit-and-run driver.
However, if you can’t find them, your uninsured motorist coverage may cover your losses, as you, of course, can’t file a third-party claim with the other driver’s insurance company.
Once you find the other driver, you’ll also need to prove that they’re the at-fault party in your claim. Typically, that means you’ll have to show that you were injured and that the other driver caused those injuries due to carelessness or negligence.
The first step is seeking medical care. Your doctor can examine your injuries and show that they were caused by a careless driver. You’ll also need to provide evidence from the scene pinning the accident on the other driver. That may include pictures of your car and statements from eyewitnesses.
When you’re hurt in a car accident, you need compensation as soon as possible for your injuries. Your lawyer can help you calculate both the financial losses you’ve suffered as well as your non-economic damages. These losses should all be included in your claim against the responsible party.
If you’ve been injured by a hit-and-run driver, make sure you receive compensation for the following losses with a car accident lawyer’s help:
When you’re hurt by a careless driver, you might be left struggling if they choose to be especially negligent. If they commit a hit-and-run, you might struggle to get compensation for your injuries.
Luckily, your lawyer from Craig Swapp & Associates can help you through the recovery process by identifying and tracking down the responsible driver, calculating your claim’s value and fighting for your compensation.
Get started with a free consultation before you file your claim. Give us a call at 1-800-404-9000 or visit our website to learn more about our services and how we can help with a hit-and-run claim.
