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Accidents are always frustrating and, by definition, not what we expect. This may be compounded when the party at fault leaves the seen, a hit and run. Briefly, a hit and run accident is one in which a party causes and accident and flees the seen.
Someone engaging in a legal process should always seek help from an experienced Michigan personal injury lawyer. This is no different in a hit and run scenario. The various laws, including the time frames imposed by the statute of limitations, can be easy to overlook without experience. At the Mike Morse Law Firm, our team of car accident lawyers in Michigan have years of practice and have helped many clients in and out of the courtroom to obtain the best result. Victims of hit and run, and any other auto accidents, are encouraged to contact our office to discuss the process and learn how we can get you the highest settlement.
Contact us anytime 24/7 at 855-MIKE-WINS (855-983-0063) or email us to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. We charge no fee unless you receive a settlement.
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When you are the victim of a hit and run, you may be entitled to benefits under Michigan’s No-Fault Act, including medical bill payments, replacement services, and lost wages. It is also possible to recover damages for pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment, and other non-economic losses.
Under Michigan’s No-Fault Act, a victim of a hit and run auto accident is entitled to the same benefits as any other auto accident victim, though determining the party responsible for paying those rights might be confusing.
When the responsible party leaves the scene of the accident, once found, they may find themselves subject to a criminal action. They might also face a civil action by the victim. Successfully litigating a hit and run action requires proving that the alleged offending party is responsible. Proving responsibility becomes easier when the offender is identified, caught, and convicted criminally. However, there are still rights and options even when the offender is not caught.
If the driver is identified, a lawsuit may then be filed against the driver and the owner of the vehicle. The matter continues as a usual No-Fault action, without much, if any distinction.
If, however, the driver is not identified, the victim may still be entitled to No-Fault benefits from their insurance provider, of the insurance provided to a family member with whom they live. The policy of either the victim, or the resident family member, must include an uninsured motorist provision. Many uninsured motorist policies require a police report. To avoid forfeiting the policy, the victim should report the accident as soon as possible.
There may be any number of ways in which this might occur. Some of the most common forms of hit and run accidents are the following:
When a pedestrian is hit by a driver while on the shoulder of a highway or road
A driver, not paying attention to the road, i.e., distracted by a phone, a conversation, music, etc., hits another vehicle or person, and continues
Drivers who just do not care about those around them, and attempt to ignore the impact of their actions
People driving while intoxicated, or using other altering substances, who leave the accident in order to avoid arrest
Criminals driving stolen vehicles, or otherwise evading law enforcement.
Drivers who unknowingly hit pedestrians or bicyclists
Such accidents account for about 10% of automobile accidents in Michigan.
As with any litigation, predictions related to a hit and run related lawsuit are difficult and depend upon multiple factors. That being said, injuries sustained, medical treatments, at home care, and the permanence of the injuries should all be taken into consideration when pursuing resolution. Even in an uninsured motorist claim, pain and suffering damages, such as mental anguish, lost income, disability, etc., might be available, just as they would with an identified driver.
In the days and weeks that follow a hit and run, it is common to feel anxious and overwhelmed. You deserve compensation for the pain and suffering you have suffered following your injuries, but the process to file a claim, communicate with insurance companies, and understand your legal options may feel like too much to handle alone.
That is why the team at Mike Morse Law Firm is here to help 24/7. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with legal representation they can rely on, and we are always ready to go the distance to help our clients.
Need answers? We are available to answer all the questions you may have, including information on your insurance policies, the statute of limitations for claims in Michigan, and whether or not you should file a lawsuit after your accident.
With over 25 years of experience in defending personal injury victims, we are well-versed in Michigan laws and have the resources and knowledge needed to fight for you. Let our local hit and run lawyers put their expertise to work for you and your family.
Call us today at 855-MIKE-WINS to talk with one of our hit and run lawyers in a free consultation. We are also available 24/7 by text at 833-898-6453.
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