A hit-and-run accident occurs when a driver hits another car or pedestrian and leaves the scene of the accident without stopping to provide their insurance information or render first aid. If the at fault driver leaves your crash site without stopping, do not chase them down – stay at the scene so you can speak to law enforcement, receive medical attention, and gather evidence, including witness contact information, photos, and videos. Hit and run accidents often leave victims without the same legal options as in typical car accidents where the other driver is known. If you and/or police cannot track down the offender, your only recourse may be to file a claim with your own car insurance provider. The amount you recover will depend on the type and amount of coverage you have.