Clearwater Hit & Run Accident Attorney
Hit and run accidents happen too often in Clearwater. Although Florida law clearly requires that motorists stop immediately after any collision, too many motorists stomp on the gas pedal and flee the scene. Injured victims will struggle to get to the hospital for medical treatment, especially if no one is around to help. Once your condition has stabilized, call The Reep Law Firm. Our Clearwater hit & run accident attorney will review your options for receiving compensation, including whether we can find the at-fault driver and sue them.
Our Clearwater Hit and Run Lawyers Can Seek Compensation for Your Injuries
A hit and run accident presents an immediate problem: the person responsible for the wreck disappears, so you do not know their name. Is it possible to receive compensation?
The short answer is “yes.” Some hit and run victims seek compensation from the following sources:
- Personal injury protection insurance. Florida requires that drivers carry a minimum of $10,000 a year. These are no-fault insurance benefits, so you can request them immediately after the accident without showing fault.
- Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. You might have UM coverage, which can pay compensation for a hit and run. However, this insurance is fault based, which means you cannot be liable for the accident and tap these benefits.
- Collision coverage. This insurance will cover damage to your vehicle, also without regard to fault. At least you can get repairs done. Most people with a car loan will have collision coverage, because lenders require it.
Another option is to search for the hit-and-run motorist who fled the scene. You should share any details with the police, including the driver’s gender, age, race, and hair color. The police can put out a bulletin to alert the public and ask for any leads.
Reep Law can also review whatever evidence you have. Our goal is to find a way to obtain compensation. We might even review surveillance video from a nearby building to see if it captured the accident and the at-fault driver’s license plate number. Based on that video, we might track down the driver and then submit a claim against them.
Sometimes, a UM insurer will not believe you were hurt in a hit and run accident. They might blame you for crashing your own vehicle, in which case they will likely deny your claim. We know how to negotiate with them over these kinds of coverage disputes.
Find the right lawyer to represent you. Hit and run accidents have many moving parts. You need a lawyer who understands the evidence that can establish a valid claim. And then your lawyer should have the skills to effectively negotiate with insurers or file a personal injury lawsuit.
Speak with an Attorney at Our Office
The Reep Law Firm has years of experience representing accident victims in Clearwater, Florida. After a hit and run, you can lean on our knowledge of accident law to ensure your claim is taken seriously. Contact us to speak with a Clearwater hit and run accident attorney with our office.
