Bellevue Hit and Run Accident Lawyer

Victims of a car accident already suffer physical and emotional injury, but when the driver fails to stop, the risk of costly financial loss is even more likely. In these difficult situations, hiring an experienced Bellevue hit and run accident lawyer can be a reliable resource.

At Premier Law Group, we bring years of experience to the case, helping you prove your rights to fair compensation. If we do not win your case, you owe us nothing. Set up a free consultation today with a Bellevue car accident lawyer who has recovered $100 million for clients.

How Our Hit and Run Accident Attorney Can Help

After a hit and run accident, it can be challenging to know what your rights are to recover fair compensation for your losses. In cases of serious injury and financial loss, your future risks are significant. There are several ways our Bellevue hit and run accident attorney can help you:

• Investigate to determine who is at fault. One of the first steps we take is to find all available information to demonstrate fault. This may include staying up to date with the police on their investigation and conducting our own research. We will do what we can to determine who did this.
• Seek a claim against your uninsured motorist coverage, if applicable. This includes proving your losses and fighting for fair compensation even when the insurance company tries to deny or reduce valid claims.
• Determine if there are any third parties responsible for your injuries and losses. This may include government agencies, vehicle manufacturers, or commercial vehicle owners, as applicable to your situation.

When you work with a hit and run accident lawyer from our firm, you can expect us to do everything we can to maximize your claim recovery. We work solely for you, not for anyone else involved in your case. There is never a risk to seeking guidance. There is an opportunity to recover your damages fairly. 

What to Do if You Are Hit by a Driver That Flees the Scene

Victims of hit and run accidents face a long road to recover damages, but there are several things you can do throughout this process to protect yourself. In the ideal situation, take the following steps to gather as much evidence as possible and protect your health and well-being. As soon as it is safe to do so, call our Bellevue personal injury lawyers for guidance. Right after the accident:

• Pull to the side of the road and call 911. If the driver does not stop, try to capture as much information as possible about the vehicle and the driver. Relay this information to the dispatcher so the police can begin searching immediately.
• Take photos if possible. Photos or video of the fleeing vehicle may be hard to obtain, but document all damage to your vehicle and debris in the roadway.
• Ask witnesses to provide their name and contact information so police can follow up with them. Even small bits of information can prove valuable.
• Get medical care immediately. This protects your life and helps demonstrate that your injuries stem directly from the accident itself. Follow through with all medical care. Keep a log of all your losses.

Speak to our lawyer immediately, allowing us to get to work to find the at-fault party and begin proving your right to compensation. We will provide you with all available resources to determine the cause of the fault and seek fair recovery of your losses. There is no cost to speak to us about your legal options.

You Have Rights Even if They Do Not Have Insurance

Under Washington state’s mandatory auto/motorcycle insurance law, all drivers must carry liability insurance to protect others from drivers’ recklessness or carelessness. If the driver of a vehicle strikes you and then flees the scene, it becomes critical that you seek out legal support. There are a number of potential outcomes that can occur:

• The driver is identified. If we learn who the hit and run driver is, we can seek a full claim against them for all of the losses you have. That starts with filing a claim against their liability insurance.
• The driver does not have insurance. If we determine who this party is and learn they do not have the required insurance, or enough insurance to cover losses, we can seek a claim against your uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.
• If we learn who the driver is, we can also seek a lawsuit against their assets if they lack enough insurance to cover your losses.
• If the driver was driving for work at the time of the accident, their employer may be at fault for the injuries you have as well.
• In situations where you do not determine who is at fault, filing a claim with your uninsured motorist policy is your right, and we make sure the insurance company treats you fairly in that process.

It is up to you to determine what your losses are and pursue all parties responsible for your injuries. When you allow our Bellevue hit and run accident attorney to do the work for you, we can be sure to carefully identify all risks and help you seek fair compensation from all possible avenues. You can expect Jason G. Epstein, our founder, to work diligently to recover your losses.

Schedule a Free Consultation with Our Hit and Run Accident Attorney in Bellevue

At Premier Law Group, we are advocates for victims of serious injuries and losses caused by others’ mistakes. A hit and run accident is a terrifying situation, but it is one you do not have to deal with on your own.

Set up some time to speak to our hit and run accident lawyer in Bellevue now. Let us listen to what occurred and begin gathering data to help you determine who is at fault and which avenues for recovering your damages are available. There is no upfront cost to working with us, and we only get paid if you win your case.