How does an accident victim collect damages for injuries and out of pocket expenses in a hit and run accident?
Author: Attorney Jay Kanter
In order to collect damages in a hit and run accident, the injured person must have uninsured motorist coverage. This coverage can be on the vehicle that was involved in the accident, regardless of ownership, OR on any vehicle in the household under which they are insured. Uninsured motorist coverage (UM) is a very important coverage to carry on your automobile policy. It allows you to get compensated for injuries, pain, suffering, as well as, most economic losses sustained in a hit and run accident, where the hit and run driver is at fault. It also covers your damages in the event that the at fault party has insurance coverage that is not adequate to cover the extent of your injuries or damage. If you have been injured in a hit and run accident, contact Attorneys Dell & Schaefer for a free consultation to determine if there is (UM) coverage available to compensate you for your injuries.