Oklahoma Car Accident Injury Law Library TOPIC: Hit and Run Accidents in Oklahoma City

Hit and run accidents can be some of the most disruptive and stressful of all. After the shock of the incident subsides, you may feel helpless, anxious and angry. You may feel disoriented and have no idea how to proceed, but there are some things you can do.

Following a Hit and Run Accident

First and foremost, try to keep calm and get a handle on the situation. If anyone is injured, the first step is to get medical attention, then worry about the car accident.

If possible, try to write down and photograph as much as you can about the accident. Things to think about are the kind of vehicle that hit you, and the direction it was going, as well as the location and time of the accident. Any details you can remember may be helpful, even if they do not seem important right away.

Always call the police. For insurance and legal reasons, it is in your best interest to file a police report. This documentation is important should any information surface later that may help in your claim.

Contact your insurance company as soon as possible following the hit and run accident. If you have uninsured or underinsured driver coverage, your insurance company should pay for repairs to your vehicle. If you are able to identify the guilty driver, you may be able file a claim for damages with their insurance company – provided they have it.

If the guilty driver doesn’t have adequate insurance, you may be able to recoup your losses through the court system with the help of a personal injury lawyer.

If you have been in a hit and run accident, please contact Self & Associates in Oklahoma City today for a free initial consultation.