Car accidents, by their very nature, are shocking and painful events. Things are made even worse when you get out of your car and realize that the responsible party for the damage has fled the scene. Louisiana law defines a hit-and-run as the intentional failure of a driver involved in any accident to stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident, to give his or her identity, and to render reasonable aid.
The Cardone Law Firm cannot undo what has already been done, but an experienced and hardworking New Orleans personal injury attorney like Mr. Cardone can fight for justice and compensation.
If you’ve suffered injuries or been harmed by a hit-and-run driver, you should contact a capable legal team as soon as possible. Hit-and-run traffic accidents are a nightmare, and you need a skilled trial attorney to help you receive the compensation you are owed. Our Louisiana hit-and-run accident lawyers are ready to help.
When the at-fault driver flees an accident scene, the first step for victims to take after reporting the accident and getting any needed medical attention is collecting evidence. If you are too injured to handle this step yourself, ask for help. Evidence might include things like pictures of damage, especially any paint deposited onto your vehicle or the accident scene. Also, take note of any cameras, and get any witnesses’ contact information. An attorney can help with getting the evidence you need.
Finally, if you are unable to get the coverage you need through an insurance claim or you wish to seek punitive damages for the wrongdoing you’ve faced, your next step is to take legal action. This generally starts with sending a demand letter informing the liable party or their insurance company of your intent to file a personal injury lawsuit. If your demand letter is ignored, your hit-and-run lawyer can help you file a strong suit to pursue justice and recover compensation.
Mr. Cardone will be able to look at the police accident report and know how to assess your case. We may be able to find cameras around the scene of the crime to catch the person who committed this criminal act. It is also important to see if any witnesses caught a glimpse of the vehicle taking off after the collision. The witness may be able to provide details of the vehicle or even the numbers of the license plate.
A driver will usually flee the scene of the collision if he or she is intoxicated, nervous, or has an extensive criminal record. A fleeing driver is usually panic-stricken when there is something to hide, such as the vehicle being stolen, the possession of drugs, or driving the vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of hit-and-run.
A hit-and-run can occur between two or more vehicles, or between one or more vehicles and a cyclist or pedestrian. A hit-and-run can result from a motor vehicle collision as well as a watercraft collision.
Injuries from a hit-and-run crash can vary from minor cuts and bruises to paralysis and even death. The victim may even suffer worse injuries if there is no one to help because the responsible party has fled the scene.
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A hit-and-run does not need to have physical contact. For example, say a car swerves into another lane and causes another car to hit a light pole or a pedestrian. If the operator of the swerving car who caused the collision flees the scene, then this would be considered a hit-and-run.
First, it’s worth remembering that you may not be able to determine the identity of the other driver in your hit-and-run accident, and that can limit the types of compensation you may be able to access. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be able to receive the following types of financial relief from your insurance company, the at-fault party’s insurance company, or the at-fault driver themself:
Things like severe injuries, extreme wrongdoing, and shared fault can impact the value of your claim. To determine how much you may be owed, you should contact our office today.
There are a few key differences between personal injury cases and criminal cases. First, the burden of proof for civil personal injury cases is lower, meaning it may be easier to prove liability or wrongdoing. Next, crucially, criminal penalties do not result in the victim receiving any compensation for their losses. Instead, to get compensation for your losses suffered due to a hit-and-run, you will need to file a civil lawsuit. However, keep in mind that civil cases also do not lead to criminal charges, so there may be reasons to pursue both a civil and criminal case.
Mr. Cardone has served as an Ad Hoc judge in traffic and municipal courts since 1997. He has seen it all and knows what to do if you have been injured by a hit-and-run driver.
Because a hit-and-run accident can create multiple issues and significant losses, an injured party should hire an experienced New Orleans attorney who not only handles such accidents but also has the resources necessary to provide for the victim’s medical needs, as well as the hiring of experts from a variety of fields to increase the value of the case. Cliff Cardone has practiced law for more than 50 years and has primarily handled personal injury matters such as this. If you have been injured in a hit-and-run accident, phone Cardone at 1-866-509-8980 for a free in-person consultation. He is direct, insightful, proactive, and passionate about his clients’ cases.
The Cardone Law Firm provides legal assistance for the entire State of Louisiana including Ascension Parish, Donaldsonville, Assumption Parish, Napoleonville, Baton Rouge, Jefferson Parish, Estelle, Gretna, Harvey, Kenner, Marrero, Metairie, New Orleans, Terrytown, Westwego, Lafayette Parish, Lafourche Parish, Thibodaux, Livingston Parish, Orleans Parish, Plaquemines Parish, Belle Chasse, and St. Charles Parish.
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