Injuries Reported After Hit and Run in Stockton
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported injuries after a hit and run in Stockton, CA, on the afternoon of May 5, 2020. The crash occurred on Highway 26 near North Duncan Road shortly after 4:40 p.m. A black sedan and a gray sedan was involved in a collision. The impact of the crash reportedly caused the black car to catch fire. Fortunately, all the parties in the black sedan were able to exit the vehicle safely. According to the CHP, one of the drivers allegedly fled the scene after the car accident. Details, including the suspect driver and conditions of those injured, were not immediately available.
Financial Recovery After a Stockton Hit and Run Accident
When you are involved in a hit and run accident caused by another driver, you may feel as though you are at a loss for recovering financial compensation. However, this is not always the case. While you may not be able to file a personal injury claim against the other driver’s insurance company if you do not have their contact and vehicle information, you may still be able to claim compensation under your car insurance policy. This is possible, so long as you carry uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM). Some of the benefits of UM/UIM coverage include:
- Your car insurance policy may go into effect if the other driver has no insurance or not enough coverage to pay for the full extent of your damages
- Expenses for repairs to your vehicle may be covered by your own UM property damage coverage (up to a specific amount) if the other driver has no insurance or flees the scene of the car accident
- UM/UIM coverage may extend to you if you are injured by a negligent driver while walking or riding a bicycle
- You may be able to claim compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other losses if you are not able to get the at-fault party’s contact information
The process of filing a personal injury claim under your UM/UIM coverage may be challenging. It is in your best interest to discuss your case with an experienced Stockton personal injury attorney who can help recover the fair compensation to which you are entitled. To learn about the ways of finding the best personal injury lawyer near you, watch the video below.
Why Do I Need to Hire a Lawyer for a Car Accident?
After being injured in a hit and run accident, you have the right to seek compensation for your crash and your injuries. If the suspect driver is not located, you may be compensated for your losses through your UM/UIM coverage. Because uninsured motorist claims for hit and run accidents with your insurance company can become challenging, it is essential to hire an experienced injury lawyer to handle your case. At AutoAccident.com, we have decades of experience handling car accident claims with insurance companies and know how to overcome the defense tactics they use to pay as little as possible on cases. When you hire us to represent you and your case, you can rest assured knowing you can focus on what matters most during this challenging time, your recovery and your family.
Personal Injury Attorneys in Stockton
I’m Ed Smith, a Stockton personal injury attorney. Getting into a car accident is never a good thing. At a minimum, you may walk away unharmed with only damage to your vehicle that requires it to be repaired. In a worst-case scenario, your vehicle is considered a total loss and you have been left with traumatic injuries that require medical treatment and time away from work to recover. But being involved in a crash with a hit and run driver can make the situation even much worse. If you or a loved one has been injured after a hit and run accident in the Stockton area, please call me at (209) 227-1931 or toll-free at (800) 404-5400. I am available anytime to discuss the details of your personal injury case and provide you with my free, friendly advice on how to move forward.
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