Tampa Hit & Run Accident Attorney

Clearwater Pedestrian Injury Accident Lawyers

It is a crime in Florida for a motorist to flee the scene of an accident resulting in injury. The driver may have a warrant out for his or her arrest or a drunk driver who does not want to get caught. If a witness captures the license plate number, the police may be able to track the driver down and bring charges. In those cases, the lawyers at the Baird Law Group attempt to pursue punitive damage claims due to the severity of the charges.

What Can You Do if You Have Been Injured in a Hit & Run Accident?

If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident by a hit and run driver, you do have rights. While you may not be able to pursue compensation from the unknown driver (if the driver is never found), you may be able to recover damages from your own insurance policy.

The best way to discover the legal options open to you is to discuss your hit and run accident with a qualified personal injury attorney at the Baird Law Group in Tampa. We have represented many clients injured in a car wreck, and pride ourselves on explaining your rights in plain English.

To schedule a free initial consultation, contact us online or call 866-604-4036.

Protecting Your Rights After a Hit & Run Accident

If you have been injured as a direct result of a hit & run accident, it is critical that you file a police report to document the incident. Some clients have been injured in a chain reaction hit & run accident caused by a negligent motorist. The same rule holds in that case. Remember to take pictures of the accident scene, including damage to your car, capture the names and addresses of witnesses, and make sure to seek prompt medical attention.

If the driver who hit you cannot be found, we can help you pursue damages through uninsured / underinsured motorist coverage on your existing automobile insurance policy. When you renew your insurance every year, you have the opportunity to buy this coverage, which pays you if you are injured by an uninsured motorist. It might also protect you in case of a motorcycle or pedestrian accident. Dollar for dollar, it is one of the best investments you will ever make.

Contact Us Today for Help With a Hit & Run Accident: 866-604-4036

If an offending motorist seriously injured you or fatally injured a loved one, and fled the scene of the accident, contact a lawyer at the Baird Law Group in Hillsborough County for a free initial consultation.