Any car accident can feel incredibly stressful. However, when you get into an accident with a driver who flees the scene, you may have even more questions about your next steps and how to best protect your rights.
Hit and run accidents in Reno are complex cases that require the help of an experienced lawyer to ensure the best possible outcome. If you suffered injuries in a hit and run and need to know more about your options, our car accident attorney can help guide you through the claim process and provide you with options for compensation.
After a hit and run accident, individuals in Reno have several options for recovering compensation. Our lawyer can help you determine the best course of action for pursuing compensation.
Nevada is an at-fault state, which means the insurance company that covers the driver who caused the accident will generally take care of paying out compensation for the damages from the crash. However, drivers have the option to carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. Depending on the coverage amount selected, PIP insurance can provide substantial compensation for injured individuals. It covers not only the immediate cost of medical treatment after an accident, but also temporary wage losses.
Sometimes, after a hit and run, the police will identify the liable driver and help the injured individual with the evidence they need to establish their right to compensation. The injured person can then file a claim through their insurance policy. It may, however, take longer to assess liability and pursue compensation in those cases.
Many drivers carry uninsured motorist coverage that will cover the damages from an accident with a driver who does not have insurance. That insurance can kick in when a covered driver gets into a hit and run collision, providing much-needed compensation for the losses from the accident. The coverage may depend on the policy and what options the insured individual selected.
If a third entity shares liability for the collision, including cases in which damage to a vehicle or a dangerously-maintained area of the road contributes to the accident, the injured party may have the right to file a claim against that entity.
At The Law Office of John Arrasacada LLC, we take every case seriously because we understand how traumatic these accidents are. We can review your case to determine all liable parties and seek maximum compensation for your injuries.
After a hit and run, the injured person may have the right to recover compensation for both financial damages and non-financial damages that occurred because of the accident. That includes:
Working with a hit and run lawyer can help injured individuals in Reno get a better idea of what compensation they should claim and how they can make sure they get what they need, even when dealing with their own insurance company.
A hit and run accident can mean immense damages, a long road to compensation, and substantial losses. However, by working with a lawyer, an injured person can better evaluate the compensation they deserve, including how they can file a claim through their own insurance company and what that policy covers. Reach out to The Law Office of John Arrascada LLC today to discover how you can get the resolution you need following hit and run accidents in Reno.
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