- Your Options for Seeking Damages After a Hit-and-Run
- Hit and Run Car Accident Compensation for Plum Boro Drivers
- How Can Our Lawyers Help With Your Hit and Run Claims?
- It Is Illegal to Hit and Run in Pennsylvania
- Contact Berger and Green for Hit and Run Help Today
Plum Boro is a popular destination for locals and visitors to enjoy the great outdoors and golf on the famous Oakmont Country Club green. The popularity of our town is a boon to some, but a burden to others. Drivers do not always respect their fellow motorists, and may even flee the scene of the accident caused by their negligent behavior. If you or your loved one were hurt in a hit-and-run accident, you deserve financial justice, and Berger and Green can help.
Our Plum car accident lawyers can seek compensation for your medical treatment and other expenses, even if the police cannot locate the driver who caused your crash. We have over 40 years of experience serving injured parties across Pennsylvania and have earned the trust of thousands of clients because we care. When you work with us, you get a skilled and powerful legal team who will fight for you every step of the way. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss how our hit-and-run lawyers can help you.
Your Options for Seeking Damages After a Hit-and-Run
Ideally, after a hit and run, law enforcement officers with the Plum Borough Police Department will find the driver who caused the crash, and you will be able to seek compensation from them with an auto liability insurance claim. Our lawyers may even be able to uncover evidence in our investigation that will help police accomplish this.
However, police may not find the liable driver, and if they do, they may not have insurance, which could be why they did not stop at the time of the accident. If this is the case, our Plum personal injury lawyers can help you explore other options for recovering your losses, including:
Medical Benefits Claims
Under Pennsylvania’s “choice” no-fault insurance system, drivers must carry first-party medical benefits, also called personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Insurance, you must have a minimum of $5,000 in coverage to pay for injuries, regardless of fault for a collision. We can help you pursue a PIP settlement up to your policy limits.
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
Drivers can carry optional insurance policies that will provide compensation after a hit-and-run crash.
If you have uninsured/underinsured motorists (UM/UIM) protection, you can file a claim with your insurer for bodily injuries. Usually, your UM/UIM minimums equal your mandated minimum bodily injury liability coverage, set at $15,000/$30,000 per person/accident.
You can seek compensation for vehicle damages with a claim against your collision coverage. If you still owe money on your vehicle, your lender may require you to have this type of policy.
Third-Party Claims or Legal Action
If possible, we can pursue a claim or a personal injury lawsuit against the hit-and-run driver. If not, we can determine if other financially liable parties exist.
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Start A Free EvaluationHit and Run Car Accident Compensation for Plum Boro Drivers
Your recoverable damages after a hit and run will depend on various unique factors, including the severity of your injuries and the insurance policies involved. In general, we can pursue compensation for:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost income and employment benefits
- Lost future earnings and lost earning capacity
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Household services
If you selected full tort auto insurance coverage, you have the unrestricted right to see awards from an at-fault party. If you have limited tort coverage, you cannot seek pain and suffering damages unless you have a severe injury. Pain and suffering may include compensation for:
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Severe and chronic pain
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
Our Plum hit-and-run accident lawyers can help establish your right to step outside the no-fault system if applicable. We can also seek wrongful death compensation on behalf of a fatally injured loved one’s estate and survivors.
To learn more about seeking damages after a hit and run, contact Berger and Green today for a free consultation.
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Contact Us Now For HelpHow Can Our Lawyers Help With Your Hit and Run Claims?
Our experienced Plum hit-and-run accident lawyers know what it takes to build a robust hit-and-run accident claim. We can prove that you suffered an injury caused by a negligent driver who left the scene and show that you deserve full and fair compensation. Our team can:
- Investigate the accident
- Collect evidence, including police reports, medical records, eyewitness testimony, and video footage of the crash
- Prepare and file insurance claims and paperwork, track and follow deadlines, and handle case details
- Identify and calculate your economic and noneconomic damages
- Aggressively negotiate for the maximum compensation possible
- Protect you from bad faith insurance tactics or pressure to accept a lowball settlement
- File a lawsuit and represent you at trial if necessary
Do not wait too long to get started. According to Pa. C.S.A. § 5524, the statute of limitations for most personal cases is two years. If you do not file your lawsuit within this deadline, the court will likely refuse your suit. It will also affect insurance claims because you have no leverage over the insurance company if you cannot sue.
You need an attorney with the experience and dedication to give your case the care it deserves.
Start A Free EvaluationIt Is Illegal to Hit and Run in Pennsylvania
According to Pa. C.S.A. § 3744, drivers in Pennsylvania must stop at the scene of an accident resulting in injuries or death to render aid and provide their driver’s license and insurance information. Leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident is not only illegal, but it could also leave victims without the help or medical treatment they need.
In fact, hitting and running is against the law in every state. Motorists are more likely to leave the scene of a crash if they are drinking and driving, driving without insurance, or committing another crime. Drivers are also more apt to flee at night or in areas where visibility is low, and it is less likely a witness saw the crash.
Whatever the reason, hitting and running is negligent and wrong and can be grounds for a personal injury claim.
We can address all the legal hurdles that may be keeping you from getting a fair settlement.
Speak To An Attorney TodayContact Berger and Green for Hit and Run Help Today
Berger and Green’s Plum hit-and-run accident lawyers can stand up to the insurance companies and fight for the money you need to get back on your feet. We have a no-win, no-fee guarantee. We only get paid when we obtain compensation for you. Contact us today for a free consultation.
