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Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyer in Union County, NJ
The driver left. You still deserve answers.
A hit-and-run accident can leave you facing injuries, medical bills, missed work, and uncertainty about who will pay. You may not have a license plate number or know whether the driver will ever be identified.
The Law Offices of Diana Lakic LLC helps injured people in Linden, Roselle Park, and Union Township understand their potential next steps after a hit-and-run. Your options depend on the evidence, the circumstances of the collision, and the insurance coverage available.
Call 1-800-330-HURT (4878).
Can You Pursue a Claim if the Driver Is Never Found?
An unidentified driver does not automatically rule out an injury claim. Depending on the applicable policy and legal requirements, uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage may provide a path to compensation after a qualifying hit-and-run.
Coverage is not automatic. The policy terms, available evidence, coverage limits, and circumstances of the accident all matter. A lawyer can review these details and explain potential options while efforts to identify the driver continue.
What Insurance May Cover a Hit-and-Run in New Jersey?
Medical treatment, injury compensation, and vehicle repairs may involve different insurance coverage.
Personal Injury Protection
Personal injury protection, commonly called PIP, may cover medical expenses for eligible injured people regardless of who caused the accident. Benefits depend on the applicable policy, deductibles, limits, and other requirements.
Uninsured Motorist Bodily Injury Coverage
Uninsured motorist bodily injury coverage may apply when an unidentified driver causes a qualifying hit-and-run injury. New Jersey's Basic Policy does not include uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, making a review of your policy important.
Vehicle Repair Coverage
Vehicle damage follows different rules from bodily injury claims. Do not assume uninsured motorist property damage coverage will pay for damage caused by an unidentified fleeing vehicle. Collision coverage, if purchased, may provide an option, subject to the policy terms and deductible.
Coverage When the Driver Is Identified
If the driver is located, their liability insurance and any other potentially applicable coverage can be evaluated. Identifying the driver does not automatically establish fault or guarantee payment.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident
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Prioritize safety. Move to a safe location when possible and call emergency services when needed. Do not chase the fleeing driver.
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Report the collision to police. Provide the location, time, vehicle description, and any license plate details you remember.
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Seek appropriate medical attention. Keep records of your treatment and accident-related expenses.
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Preserve available evidence. Save photographs, dashcam recordings, witness contact information, and notes about the vehicle's direction of travel.
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Notify your insurance company promptly. Keep your claim number and copies of correspondence.
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Understand documents before signing. A settlement or release may affect your ability to pursue additional compensation.
You do not need every document before contacting a lawyer. Start with the information you have.
Evidence That Can Support Your Claim
A partial license plate, a witness statement, or a photograph of the damage may help explain what happened. Nearby businesses, homes, or vehicles may also have recorded the collision.
Available video should be preserved promptly because recordings may be overwritten. Other useful records can include:
- Police reports and incident numbers.
- Photographs of the vehicles and accident scene.
- Witness names and contact information.
- Medical records and treatment bills.
- Documentation of missed work and lost income.
- Insurance policies and claim correspondence.
The evidence needed will depend on the specific accident and the coverage being considered.
How a Hit-and-Run Injury Lawyer Can Help
A lawyer can review the accident report, identify potentially applicable coverage, assess evidence worth pursuing, and document how the injuries have affected your life.
Legal representation can also help you understand insurance requests, evaluate a proposed settlement, and identify deadlines that may affect your claim.
Depending on the facts and applicable law, recoverable losses may include medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. Compensation for pain and suffering can depend on New Jersey's lawsuit-threshold rules and the evidence of injury. No particular result is guaranteed.
Serving Linden, Roselle Park, and Union Township
Lakic Law serves injured people throughout Union County, including Linden, Roselle Park, and Union Township.
Whether you were injured while driving, riding as a passenger, walking, or cycling, the available options depend on the circumstances and potentially applicable insurance. Contact the firm to discuss what happened and the information available so far.
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Discuss Your Hit-and-Run Injury With Lakic Law
If you were injured in a hit-and-run in Linden, Roselle Park, Union Township, or elsewhere in Union County, contact the Law Offices of Diana Lakic LLC to discuss your potential options.