New Jersey Injury Lawyers Blog6 Steps to Take If You’re A Victim of a Hit-and-Run
Under most circumstances when you are involved in an accident you pull over, if possible, then exchange insurance information with the other driver. But what if the other driver leaves the scene? Can you still file a lawsuit in a hit and run accident when you don’t know who the other driver is? Yes, you can still file a lawsuit if you are a victim of a hit-and-run accident and do not know the identity of the other driver.
- If you are the victim of a hit-and-run accident, whether you are a driver, cyclist or pedestrian, your first step is to check yourself and any passengers you may have for injuries. Understand that shock can mask injuries.
- If able, move yourself and your vehicle to a safe place away from traffic, call 911 to report the accident and request medical attention, if necessary.