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Charles J. Gale, Attorney At Law

When injured in a hit and run accident there are some important things you must do and know.

First, you should know that if you were injured by a hit and run driver, you may still have a claim, even if the other driver is unknown.  You may have the right to file a claim for hit and run motorist benefits with your insurance company.  Your right to file a hit and run motorist claim will depend upon whether or not there was contact between you and the other vehicle and whether it can be proved that the other driver was both at fault for the accident and whether in can be proved that the other driver was uninsured.

Second, you should know that in a hit and run accident, you must still prove how the accident happened and that the other driver was responsible for causing this accident.

Third, you should now that your insurance company in hit and run claim is your adversary and will make you prove each and every element of your claim.

This is what you should do.

First, you should get the names and addresses of all witnesses.

Second, you should contact your insurance company that same day and advise that you were involved in a hit and run accident.  When doing this, do not give your insurance company a statement or allow them to record your statement as they are a potential defendant.

Third, seek medical treatment immediately if you are injured.  You should report to the doctor all parts of your body that are affected, even complaints of pain that does not seem severe.  Days later, the same complaint of pain that you thought was minor might be serious.

Fourth, you should take pictures of your car.

Finally, should retain an attorney immediately.

Your initial consultation with the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale is free and you will be under no obligation.  We will discuss with you your rights and provide you a free and comprehensive evaluation of your case. We will explain to you in detail in steps involved in prosecuting your claim.  At no time will you be charged a fee unless we collect.

At the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale, your questions are welcome. No office visit is necessary. If you are disabled, we will visit you at your home or hospital. 

Call the Law Offices of Charles J. Gale for your free consultation.