How To Pursue Compensation For A Hit-And-Run Accident

Automobile accidents are a frightening experience that can be made more stressful when the other driver flees the scene of the accident.

If you or someone in your family has been a victim of a hit-and-run, it is important to seek the help of a personal injury lawyer who can explore the facts of your case and advise you on your options. Lawyer T. Andrew Miller in Atlanta has years of experience and has helped many Georgia hit-and-run victims assert their rights after suffering injuries.

What Exactly Is Hit-And-Run?

Every year there are more than a thousand fatal hit-and-run crashes nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Drivers, passengers and even pedestrians can be at risk.

A hit-and-run accident occurs when one driver involved in a wreck illegally flees the scene, failing to stop and identify him or herself to the other people involved in the accident. Under Georgia law, a person involved in a car wreck that injures another person must:

• Stop
• Provide identification and vehicle registration
• Offer reasonable assistance, which can include seeking emergency medical services

In some cases, a hit-and-run driver may be located and held accountable. In these situations, you will likely pursue compensation by filing a negligence lawsuit against that person.

Why People Flee

Fleeing the scene of an accident usually happens when a driver has done something inappropriate that caused or contributed to the wreck such as driving while intoxicated, driving on a suspended license or driving without insurance. Any of these behaviors could be considered negligent. If the hit-and-run driver cannot be located, you may still be able to recover compensation through your insurance company and your uninsured/underinsured motorist policy.

Recovery Of Damages

Victims of hit-and-run accidents may be able to recover a variety of damages, including medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income and earning capacity, pain and suffering, and property damage. If you have lost a loved one to a hit-and-run driver, you may be able to recover wrongful death damages such as funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, loss of companionship and more.

Call Us Today To Protect Your Rights

After being involved in a hit-and-run accident, it is important to reach out to an attorney who can guide you through your legal options and help you make informed decisions about your case. Attorney T. Andrew Miller will make every effort to hold negligent parties accountable for the harm that they have caused to your family and you.

Call The Law Offices of T. Andrew Miller, LLC, in Atlanta at 678-894-7868, or contact us online.