Louisiana Hit and Run Accident Lawyer

If you have been injured by a negligent driver who is uninsured, you can make a claim against the uninsured coverage of your own policy. The uninsured coverage essentially replaces the liability coverage that the negligent driver failed to carry.

Louisiana law defines an uninsured motorist to include a hit-and-run motorist who cannot be identified.

In the event of a hit-and-run, there must be physical contact between the vehicles, unless the injured person can prove, through a witness, that the unidentified driver caused the accident.

In many cases, the hit-and-run driver is never found. Even when they are, they often lack insurance coverage. Pursuing a claim under your auto policy’s uninsured motorist (UM) coverage is often the best option for victims of hit-and-run crashes.

Even though you are dealing with “your” insurance company on a UM claim, do not think that they have your best interests in mind. Insurance companies always want to minimize what they have to payout. Our personal injury lawyers are ready to stand up for your rights and seek the compensation you truly deserve.

What Type of Compensation Can I Expect to Receive for My Hit-and-Run Accident?

You may be entitled to some of the following types of compensation following your Louisiana hit-and-run accident:

• Medical bills. Medical expenses include all payments you make related to the hit-and-run accident such as hospital stays, prescription drugs, surgery, and physical therapy. If your injuries require long-term medical care, you can request compensation to assist with future medical bills, as well as for any modifications to your home or vehicle needed after the accident.
• Lost income. This includes payment for the time you were unable to work while recovering. For instance, a carpenter who suffers accident-related damage in his hands would likely be unable to continue working.
• Lost earning capacity. This refers to future lost income as a result of a catastrophic injury. When hit-and-run accident victims cannot return to work, it has a devastating impact on the family who relied on that income.
• Pain and suffering. Pain and suffering is mental or physical distress based on the type and severity of the injury. Pain and may include mental and emotional damage stemming from the hit-and-run accident.
• Loss of enjoyment of life. Some hit-and-run accidents can be so traumatic that you will lose any sense of enjoyment of life. You might not be able to enjoy participating in your favorite hobbies and social activities.