While the specifics vary, every state requires drivers involved in major collisions to stop and notify law enforcement. Those that instead flee the scene of the crash are known as hit-and-run drivers.   Hit-and-runs present serious issues for innocent victims in the crash. Without identifying the responsible driver in the accident, many motorists are on the hook for their damages, even if they were not at fault for the accident.   By following these steps, you could put yourself in the best position after a hit and run accident: Contact the police: No matter what, call the police. They may be able to track down the responsible party. At the very least, they can create a police report which will serve as important evidence in your claim. Check for injuries: Safety is the highest priority. Check on yourself and others to see if there are any serious injuries. If there are any injuries or you have reason to believe the other driver was drinking, call 911 immediately. Take pictures: If you can, take photos of the vehicles involved as well as the scene from every angle. Write down the details: After the accident, write down the details as soon as you can while the incident is still fresh in your memory. Try to include the other driver’s license plate number; the make, model, and color of the car; and a description of the driver if you got a look at them. Look for witnesses: Try to get the contact information of any witnesses that may have seen the hit-and-run accident. Notify your insurance company: Contact your insurance company as soon as possible and inform them of the accident. If you fail to do this, they could deny your claim. Contact a car accident attorney: This may be your most important step. If you have uninsured motorist coverage with your insurance policy, your attorney can help you file a claim. If you lack that coverage, your attorney could work to bring a lawsuit against the other driver.