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Victims of a Hit-And-Run

January 5, 2020

Victims of a Hit-And-Run

Victims of a Hit-And-Run
Every driver should know what to do in case of a collision - you should stop your vehicle in a safe location and, at the very least, exchange your information with the other drivers involved. If the accident is more serious, it is wise to call 911, so emergency personnel arrive on the scene as soon as possible. In some situations, however, the other driver might not comply with these responsibilities, and they might simply drive away without stopping.

It can be devastating to watch the driver who hit you flee the scene of the accident. You might wonder if you have any options and who will be responsible for the costs of property damage and medical bills for your injuries. It is important to call The Office of Attorney Richard F. Matthews, Jr. as soon as possible after a hit-and-run.

Our firm represents car accident victims throughout Alabama, including in and around Troy, Montgomery, Selma, Millbrook, Prattville, Wetumpka, and Tuskegee, as well as the counties of Montgomery, Pike, Autauga, and Elmore. If you need help from an Alabama hit-and-run lawyer, call us at 334-398-8404 or contact us online for help today.

Why do drivers hit and run?
People flee accident scenes for many different reasons. Often, it is because they do not have a valid driver’s license or insurance, they might be impaired, they might be in possession of contraband, or they are otherwise in violation of the law and want to prevent an arrest. However, leaving the scene of an accident is a crime in itself, and drivers who hit and run can face serious criminal charges if they are caught. No matter why a driver leaves the scene, it can still leave victims feeling helpless, especially if they suffered serious injuries in the crash.

Protect your rights after a hit-and-run:
If you are involved in a hit-and-run, you should immediately call 911. Give authorities the description of the vehicle and any other identifying information you can recall, so they have a better chance of finding the driver. Seek the medical treatment you need to prevent unnecessary complications, and then call an experienced Alabama hit-and-run attorney to discuss your legal rights and options.

If law enforcement officers find the driver, we can help you file the appropriate claims with that driver’s insurance company or in civil court. In many cases, the hit-and-run driver is never identified, which means we can assist you with a claim with your own insurance company. Insurers treat hit-and-runs like uninsured motorist claims, so your UM policy should cover your accident-related losses. Getting the compensation you deserve can be a challenging process, even from your own insurer. It is important to have qualified legal representation.

Speak to an Alabama hit-and-run attorney:
The Office of Attorney Richard F. Matthews, Jr. handles all types of car accident claims, including hit-and-runs. If you would like to discuss a possible case with an experienced Alabama car accident lawyer, please call us today at 334-398-8404 or contact us online.

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established. These recoveries and testimonials are not an indication of future results. Every case is different, and regardless of what friends, family, or other individuals may say about what a case is worth, each case must be evaluated on its own facts and circumstances as they apply to the law. The valuation of a case depends on the facts, the injuries, the jurisdiction, the venue, the witnesses, the parties, and the testimony, among other factors. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. 


The Law Office of Richard F. Matthews, Jr. serves Montgomery County, Pike County, Elmore County, Autauga County, the River Region of Alabama and throughout the State of Alabama, including Montgomery, Troy, Wetumpka Prattville, Selma and Tuskegee. No attorney-client relationship is established by requesting a consultation or emailing Attorney Richard F. Matthews, Jr.. Information submitted in such communication is not privileged and may be subject to disclosure. 

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