Rockford Hit-and-Run Lawyer
When a driver flees the scene after hitting you, you might think you don’t have any options for recovering your damages. But a qualified Rockford hit-and-run attorney can help you get the most out of your claim.
Hit-and-run accidents are more common than you might think. Too many survivors of these types of accidents choose to just deal with the repercussions because they think they won’t have the opportunity to recover their losses when the offending driver hasn’t been caught. But you do have options after a hit-and-run crash.
Don’t let yourself get taken advantage of by an irresponsible driver who won’t accept responsibility for his or her actions. Hold the at-fault driver accountable by reaching out to a qualified Rockford hit-and-run lawyer at Mahoney & Mahoney, LLC. We will work hard to ensure that you achieve maximum compensation through your personal injury claim.
Your Uninsured Driver Claim
Uninsured motorist coverage is more than likely included in your auto insurance policy. This coverage can be applied to your claim when you are involved in a hit-and-run. It means your own auto insurance policy takes effect and can begin to cover at least a portion of your damages. Generally, this would include the costs of repairing or replacing your vehicle and your medical expenses.
When you file your claim with the insurance company, don’t be alarmed if your claim is, at least initially, denied. This has little to do with the details of your accident and a lot to do with the insurer doing whatever it can to avoid paying you the settlement you are entitled to, as doing so would reduce the company’s profits.
Because your own insurance company will only cover the costs incurred in your Rockford hit-and-run accident up to the limitations of your policy, you should prepare yourself to go through the other driver’s auto insurance (if he or she has it) and file a lawsuit for your remaining expenses. Of course, that will have to wait until we have located the culprit.
Locating the Offender
Just because you were hit by a driver who fled the scene doesn’t mean the perpetrator won’t be caught. The Rockford Police Department or Illinois state police can gather evidence, including video from surrounding stores and traffic lights, statements from any witnesses who might’ve seen the offender’s license plate number, and any other information that may help them locate the other driver.
Your hit-and-run attorney in Rockford can also assist with the investigation by gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses. It’s only a matter of time before the at-fault driver is caught. By that time, your attorney will have gathered enough evidence to move forward with your personal injury claim. We’re prepared for success.
Call a Rockford Hit-and-Run Attorney
Don’t let yourself be stuck with the expenses of the hit-and-run accident you were involved in. In time, the offending driver will likely be caught, and you will have the opportunity to recover the full extent your damages.
Give our office a call at 815-656-4600 or fill out the contact form we’ve provided below to schedule your no-cost introductory consultation with a Rockford hit-and-run lawyer at Mahoney & Mahoney, LLC
