It is illegal to leave the scene of an injury accident without trying to render aid, but some reckless drivers choose to do so anyway. This could make it more difficult for you to recover the compensation you deserve, but it is not impossible. Our Arvada car accident lawyers can guide you through the process.
At Matlin Injury Law, it is our job to make our clients’ lives easier by providing timely legal advice and handling all aspects of their cases. We can even come to see you in the hospital if you are unable to travel. Call now and find out how a hit and run accident attorney in Arvada can protect your family’s future.
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Our Arvada Hit and Run Accident Lawyers Protect Your Rights
It can be hard to know what to do if you are the victim of a hit and run. While it is important to get legal advice as soon as possible, there are other steps that you should take before contacting our Arvada personal injury lawyers:
- Check on your wellbeing. See if you or anyone else involved in the crash has any visible injuries.
- Call 911. You want the police, emergency medical services, and any other necessary authorities to respond to your situation as fast as possible.
- Get medical attention. You can decide whether to see your doctor, go to urgent care, or visit the hospital, but seeking medical care is vital.
In most accident cases, you should also get the other driver’s contact and insurance information. This is not possible in hit and run cases, but you can still get contact information from witnesses who might be able to help us identify the at-fault driver.
Once you hire our firm, Matlin Injury Law will get to work on helping you navigate the confusing legal process so you can recover the compensation you deserve.
Your Options for Recovering Compensation After a Hit and Run
Colorado follows a fault-based (tort) system, which means that injured motorists typically pursue compensation from the at-fault driver’s insurance. In hit-and-run cases, this can be challenging if the at-fault driver violated state law by fleeing the scene. However, you still have options to protect your recovery.
Our hit and run car accident lawyers in Arvada understand that you are likely feeling overwhelmed right now. Matlin Injury Law wants to do everything we can to pursue the damages you need, including:
- Finding the at-fault driver. By reviewing evidence like your testimony, video footage, and Arvada Police Department reports, we might be able to locate the driver who hit you and hold them accountable.
- Finding another at-fault party. Sometimes, a negligent driver shares liability with a mechanic who failed to fix your car, a manufacturer that sold faulty car parts, or someone else. We can identify and file a claim against other liable parties, even if the hit and run driver is never found.
- Examining your insurance policies. Colorado only requires drivers to carry liability insurance, but if you choose, you could purchase uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, medical payments coverage, and other forms of insurance. We can check to see if you have these policies and, if so, file a claim on your behalf.
Recovering damages after a hit and run crash will not necessarily be easy, but it is not a lost cause. You have rights and options. Explore those options by calling Matlin Injury Law today. The initial consultation is free.
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Tell us about your caseWhat Damages are Available in Hit and Run Accidents?
The damages you can collect may depend on how you pursue that money. For example, if we file a claim with your medical payments coverage, you could receive reimbursement for your medical bills up to your policy limits. Collision coverage would pay for damage to your car.
If we file a claim or lawsuit against an at-fault party—whether the driver or someone else—our hit and run lawyers in Arvada could pursue a wide range of damages, including but not limited to:
- Medical expenses
- Property damage
- Past and future loss of wages
- Loss of job benefits
- Miscellaneous expenses, such as hiring someone to help with household chores
- Partial or total disability
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
- Loss of consortium
- Scarring and disfigurement
If our Arvada lawyers can find proof that your losses stem from the hit and run accident, you could seek compensation for those losses from the at-fault party or parties. Evidence we may use to prove your case includes Arvada Police Department reports, witness statements, and testimony from experts (e.g., economists or accident reconstruction specialists).
Do All Hit and Run Cases Go to Court?
While every case is different, most hit and run cases settle out of court. We work with the insurance company to negotiate a settlement that meets all of your present and future needs.
That said, getting a fair settlement is not always straightforward. Even if you are offered a settlement right away, that does not mean it is a fair one: insurance companies often try to get away with paying as little as possible, regardless of your needs.
In the rare cases when we do have to go to trial, our legal team will present your case on your behalf and make sure your case complies with all laws and courtroom procedures.
Call Our Hit and Run Attorneys in Arvada Today
The sooner you contact our office, the sooner Matlin Injury Law can assess your situation and figure out the best way to pursue the compensation you need. Our Arvada hit and run lawyers can ask for enough money to pay your bills, support your family, and put your life back together. Call now and pay nothing until we win.
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