Hit and Run Drivers and Insurance
Uninsured or hit-and-run drivers cause havoc on our roadways. Many times during the years of my Sacramento personal injury practice, I have encountered people who were struck by or whose family was struck by a hit-and-run driver.
Wrong Impressions
Usually, my clients feel they need to locate the hit-and-run driver to recover damages for their injuries. Most of the time, that absolutely is not the case. As long as the person struck by the hit-and-run driver owned an auto or someone else in his dwelling owned an auto, he or she is likely covered by auto insurance.
Uninsured Motorist Insurance
Most policies also have uninsured motorist insurance covering pedestrians or bicyclists struck by a hit-and-run driver. If the injured person had auto insurance, he also has uninsured motorist insurance in California unless he signed a written waiver.
Anyone Living in the Household
Even if another roommate or family member owned the auto where an injured person resides, uninsured motorist coverage usually extends to anyone in the same household.
Injured by Hit and Run Driver?
If you or a family member were injured by a hit-and-run or uninsured driver, call me for free, friendly advice.
I’m Ed Smith, an Auburn car accident lawyer with the primary accident information site on AutoAccident.com. Call me now at (916) 921-6400. If you are outside the Sacramento area, call me at (800) 404-5400 for free, friendly advice.
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