Hit and run accidents can cause serious injuries but not always as it depends on whether the individual needs hospital treatment and time off work to recover, so before contacting a personal injury attorney an individual should know about the following first:
- be sure they have an injury caused by the hit and run accident;
- know how the attorney fees work & be aware that there might still be fees even without hiring an attorney;
- that an attorney may be able to give you the full value of their claim.
Am I Injured?
Not all hit and run accidents cause injuries that are serious enough to require the use of an attorney particularly if they are minor and require no long-term treatment or time off work to recover.
However, if you have been injured in a hit and run accident and it has a serious impact on your life you should seek help from a lawyer.
An experienced attorney should make sure all medical documentation and evidence are in order before filing a personal injury claim on your behalf.
In the case of multiple parties being at fault for your injury, an attorney should do its best to get you all the compensation you deserve.
Possible Damages & Remedies
There are several damages that may be part of a personal injury claim for a hit and run accident which may include:
- vehicle repair costs;
- the cost of all medical treatment up to the day you have recovered and returned to work;
- loss of wages until you recover and are able to return to work;
- pain and suffering calculated based how much suffering you have endured due to the hit and run accident;
- out of pocket expenses like cab/Uber fares for hospital/doctor appointments and care in the home while recovering from the hit and run accident;
- punitive damages if you have sufficient proof to show the driver who caused the hit and run accident drove negligently.
Attorney Fees
Most attorneys handle cases on a contingency basis.
This means no upfront fees are paid by you when you hire the attorney the attorney fees need only to be paid once a successful settlement has been won. What is owed in attorney fees is taken out of the settlement amount.
However even if you represent yourself, you may still experience several legal costs, such as:
- court filing fees;
- expert witness fees;
- administrative fees, and
- information-gathering expenses.
Your Case Worth
Once you give your attorney the details of your multiple car accident case, it should be able to give you an approximate case worth.
Your attorney should have the ability to understand your story and convey it in a way that inspires others to offer you the justice you deserve.
Get A Free Case Evaluation
When you consult with a personal injury attorney, there are no upfront costs. Fill out a Free Case Evaluation form.
