People injured in hit-and-run accidents frequently report brain trauma, burns, neck damage/whiplash, and in more serious cases, broken bones, internal bleeding, and loss of limbs. Even if you aren’t injured, you’re likely still going to need coverage for damages to your car, even if the other driver fled the scene of the accident.
If law enforcement does catch the other driver, you have the option of filing an insurance claim with that driver’s insurance or suing the person directly to cover your damages.
After your accident and completing the proper paperwork with law enforcement, you should seek advice from a lawyer who specializes in either personal injury or auto accidents. We specialize in both at Wilson Kehoe Winingham.