In a hit and run accident, a driver involved in the crash—often the one at fault—leaves the scene of the accident without giving a statement to police or providing their contact or insurance information. By running away, the hit and the run driver makes it more difficult for others involved in the collision to pursue the compensation they deserve. At the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, our West Palm Beach hit and run accident lawyers help injured victims pursue fair compensation.
How West Palm Beach Hit and Run Accident Lawyer Help Me in My Hit and Run Accident?
We are a client-centered firm, prioritizing honesty, transparency, and communication. We know that not all personal injury lawyers reflect well on our profession, which is why we go above and beyond to give attorneys a good name. We offer car accident victims a free, no-obligation case evaluation, during which we will take the time to understand your situation and to make sure you know all your options. You never owe us a fee unless and until we win money for you.
To learn more about the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, and for a free initial consultation in West Palm Beach, call us at (954) 633-8270.
What to do If Involved in West Palm Beach Hit and Run Car Accidents?
Hit and run refer to any situation in which a person is involved in a car accident and then leaves the scene. Under Florida law, drivers must remain at the scene of any car accident involving property damage, personal injury, or wrongful death. A driver who flees can be charged with a criminal offense and held accountable for the damages they caused to the other parties involved in the accident.
If the accident involved one or more personal injuries, a hit and run driver can face second-degree felony charges, potentially leading to years in prison. If one or more persons died as the result of the crash, hit and run becomes a first-degree felony, and, if convicted, a person may be sentenced to as many as 30 years behind bars.
These laws seek to provide an incentive not to flee after an accident. Unfortunately, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, 25% of drivers involved in crashes still do so every year. When hit and runs occur in West Palm Beach, the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato works with the victims to recover the full and fair compensation they deserve.
What are the Options for Recovering Compensation in Hit and Run Accident in West Palm Beach?
If you or someone you love was a victim of a hit and run accident in West Palm Beach, you are probably less worried about the criminal penalties the driver will face than you are about how you will recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries and property damage. At the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato, we can help you pursue several different options for recovering damages. Call one of our West Palm Beach hit and run accident lawyers at (954) 633-8270 for more information.
Lacking contact information of the at-fault driver can make recovering compensation more difficult and complex, but we are prepared to do all we can to help you.
Among the different options we can pursue to help you recover compensation after a hit and run accident are:
Identifying the At-Fault Driver
Drivers flee the scene in order to avoid responsibility for the damage they caused. Their goal is to disappear before anyone can identify them and hold them accountable. Thanks to continuing advancements in technology, it becomes more difficult every year for negligent drivers to make a clean escape from a car accident scene without leaving behind some sort of evidence of their identity.
The West Palm Beach hit and run accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato will scour all the available evidence, including video footage, photographs, witness statements, and more. We will go to great lengths to identify the responsible party and hold them accountable.
How to File an Uninsured Motorist Claim in West Palm Beach?
If you have uninsured motorist coverage as part of your car insurance policy and the other driver involved in the accident does not have insurance coverage at all, we can help you file a claim with your insurance company to pursue a settlement. Do not choose the path of inaction because you believe that the other party’s lack of insurance marks the end of your path toward compensation.
How to File an Insurance Claim for Hit and Run accident in West Palm Beach?
Even if you did not purchase uninsured motorist coverage, we can help you collect compensation from the insurance company. If your total damages are less than your personal injury protection (PIP) policy limit, we may not need the other driver’s information to help you pursue the full compensation you deserve. If your PIP coverage is not sufficient to pay for all your damages, we may be able to compel your insurance company to cover the rest under your comprehensive or collision policy.
What Compensation Do You Deserve in West Palm Beach Hit and Run Accident?
After a hit and run car accident in West Palm Beach, the Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato will help you fight for the full and fair compensation you deserve, which may include money to pay for:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering and inconvenience
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Cost of replacing or repairing personal items
You may also qualify for other damages, depending on your circumstances.
Call Our Firm for a Free Hit and Run Case Evaluation
The Law Offices of Wolf & Pravato is eager to get to work on your case today. For your free, no-obligation hit and run case evaluation in West Palm Beach, call our office today at (954) 633-8270.
