Hit & Run Accidents

Hit by a Driver Who Took Off? You Still Have Options.

A hit-and-run feels like a dead end — but in many cases, you can still get compensation, even if the other driver is never found. Here’s how.
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What Counts as a Hit & Run Claim?

A hit-and-run is any crash where the at-fault driver leaves the scene without exchanging information. Common scenarios:

Another vehicle hit yours and drove off

On the highway, in traffic, or at an intersection.

Pedestrian or cyclist struck by a fleeing driver

Often involving serious injuries and no ID at the scene.

Parked car damage with no note

More than property damage if you were inside the vehicle.

Multi-vehicle crashes where one driver fled

You may still have claims against the others involved.

A driver caused a crash to avoid a collision and didn't stop

Sometimes called a "phantom vehicle" or "miss-and-run" case.

Why Hit & Run Cases Are Different

The biggest question in a hit-and-run is who pays — because the at-fault driver isn’t there to file a claim against. The answer often comes down to a part of your own auto policy called “uninsured motorist coverage.” Most states require it, and it’s specifically designed for situations where the other driver is unknown or has no insurance.

Many people don’t realize they can use their own policy this way without their rates going up. An experienced attorney can review your coverage, file the claim correctly, and push back when your insurer offers less than the case is worth — which is common, since they’re now both your insurer and the party paying out.

What You May Be Entitled To

Depending on your case and state, compensation may cover:
  • Medical bills (current and future)
  • Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
  • Vehicle and property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Rehabilitation and therapy costs
  • In wrongful-death cases: funeral expenses and loss of support

What to Do Right Now

  1. Call 911 from the scene — a police report is required for most uninsured motorist claims.
  2. Write down anything you remember about the other vehicle: color, make, partial plate, direction it went, time, and any damage you saw.
  3. Look for witnesses or nearby security cameras (gas stations, doorbell cams, businesses).
  4. Photograph your vehicle, the scene, and any debris from the other car.
  5. Don’t file the claim with your own insurance until you’ve talked to an attorney — what you say in that first call can affect your case.
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