Car crashes in which the other driver flees the scene are terrifying experiences. Not only do you have injuries, but you are unsure how to get financial compensation for those losses. Our hit and run accident lawyer in West Chester can help.
At Postman Law, we bring a network of resources and a proven track record of results to your case. Request a free consultation with a West Chester car accident lawyer to review your rights after someone flees. We have helped over 1.4 million clients.
Why Drivers Fleeing the Scene Matters
One of the first steps our attorneys take is identifying the other driver. We seek out data from area surveillance cameras, use witness statements, and utilize third-party data to uncover this party.
Most people flee the scene for one of these reasons:
- They are intoxicated: Impaired drivers react quickly by fleeing, believing that an OVI charge will be much worse.
- They do not know how to react: Some inexperienced drivers, or those who panic, may flee the scene because they are unsure what to do.
- They did not know: As hard as it may be to believe, some drivers strike other vehicles, damage property, and just keep driving.
Expect our attorneys to work diligently to determine who is responsible for your accident and injuries. Most often, the police or our legal team will identify the at-fault party.
At that point, our West Chester personal injury lawyer can then seek a claim against their insurance for your losses.
For a free legal consultation with a hit-and-run accident lawyer serving West Chester, call 844-767-8626
You Deserve Fair Treatment Even in a Hit and Run Accident
In Ohio, drivers involved in any type of accident must stop immediately and exchange information with the other drivers involved. If there are serious injuries, or if one driver cannot share their license and registration with the other, they must stay at the scene and call 911. Driving away without stopping or exchanging information is a first-degree misdemeanor.
Those criminal charges are important, but they do not help you. When the driver flees, you may be unsure of your rights. In Ohio, underinsured and uninsured motorist coverage, Section 3937.18, which could help in these situations, is not legally required. However, insurance companies must offer it to you. If you have it, you can use it to file a claim to recover some of your losses when a driver flees the scene.
Even if you do not have this coverage, contact our team. Let us review your case and gather information about your losses. We will often seek evidence that reveals who was at fault so you can pursue legal action against them. Before you give up, call Postman Law.
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Why You Need a Hit and Run Accident Attorney in West Chester
All car accidents carry the risk of complications. Those involving hit and run drivers tend to be more complex. There are several ways we can assist you in filing a claim and recovering fair compensation for your losses:
- A comprehensive investigation: We thoroughly investigate your case. We seek evidence that may not be available just yet. We work to prove who is at fault.
- Handle the insurance company: Trust us to handle your accident with the insurance company. We seek fair compensation and do not let them limit your ability to recover damages. That could be a claim against your insurance company or that of the other party.
- Maximize your compensation recovery: We document every way this accident affects your health, financial well-being, and mental state. We maximize the claim and back it with evidence.
Our fierce negotiation and long track record of delivering results make Postman Law the right choice for our clients. A lawyer takes the pressure off your shoulders. You can focus on healing and recovering. We will handle the recovery of critical damages owed to you.
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Seek a Claim Within the Statute of Limitations
After an accident like this, it can take some time to locate the at-fault party and build a claim. However, most victims must act within Ohio’s statute of limitations to file a claim against the at-fault party.
Under Ohio Revised Code Section 2305.10, you have two years from the date of your injury to file a claim or lawsuit against the responsible party, or you lose that opportunity.
Some exceptions apply. The discovery rule is one of the most important elements here. It tolls the statute of limitations in cases where you could not seek action because you did not discover the injury or locate the at-fault party. If you are a minor at the time of the accident, you also have an exception that gives you two years from the date of your 18th birthday to take action.
Do not wait. Instead, call us now so we can gather information and seek evidence to determine who is at fault. Our team is ready to fight for you. Learn more about hit and run accidents in our FAQs.
Seek Compensation for All of Your Losses
Victims of hit-and-run accidents can pursue compensation for all their losses. Most of the time, that includes:
- All medical bills from the accident and throughout your injury recovery
- Loss of wages and earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage to any of your assets
- Emotional trauma and mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of quality of life
Request a case review to allow our legal team to consider what your claim may be worth. It could be far more than the insurance company wants you to know. If we cannot help you, we will tell you that upfront. There is no cost to you if we cannot win your case.
Request a Free Consultation with a West Chester Hit and Run Accident Attorney Now
Put your trust in our team at Postman Law. We have recovered over $3 billion in compensation for our clients through dedication and hard work.
Speak to a West Chester hit and run accident lawyer today to find out what we believe your case is really worth.