Hit-and-Run Accidents in Milwaukee
Samster Konkel & Safran Can Help
A hit-and-run accident is a criminal act involving a motor vehicle leaving the scene of the accident. If the unidentified vehicle causes damage to another person’s property or person, the vehicle’s driver may be subject to criminal charges. Our Milwaukee lawyers at Samster Konkel & Safran have been working to get residents the compensation they deserve for more than 40 years. We can do the same for you in your hit-and-run case.
If you have been in a Milwaukee hit-and-run accident, contact Samster Konkel & Safran today.
What is the Wisconsin Hit and Run Statute?
Wisconsin legislature statute §346.70 states that every operator of a vehicle in Wisconsin has the duty to report an accident and request assistance following the incident. There are serious consequences that will occur if a driver fails to stop after an being involved in an accident.
What To Do After a Hit and Run Accident
When you are injured in a hit and run accident, it’s normal for victims to be stunned and in shock. Medical bills and therapy appointments can be overwhelming and it may be hard to understand what to do after a hit and run accident.
If you have been injured in a hit and run, it is crucial to follow these important steps:
- Stay at the scene of the accident
- Call an ambulance immediately to address your injuries
- Contact the police immediately to report the accident
- Document every detail of the accident that you can remember, including the type of car, a description of the driver, and the situation in which the accident occurred
- Find witnesses to help you fill in your story and to help assist with finding the driver
Who Pays in a Hit and Run Case?
Payouts in hit-and-run cases can depend on varying factors, as with all car accidents. But despite the fact that the offending driver may not be found in hit-and-run situations, compensation for the victim is still available.
You may be entitled to compensation from:
- Your insurance company
- The insurance company of the offending driver, even if he or she ran from the scene
- The insurance company of the offending driver’s employer if the crash occurred while the offending driver was working
- The offending driver or his or her estate
You Need Professional Assistance
If you are involved in a hit-and-run accident, insurance companies are mandated by law to provide uninsured motorist coverage, even where there was no physical contact with the other vehicle’s driver, as long as there is a third-party witness to the accident. Understanding insurance laws can be confusing and dealing with the insurance companies can be frustrating. If you have been injured in accident involving motor vehicles, contact our Milwaukee lawyers at Samster Konkel & Safran today. Your attorney can help you understand the details of Wisconsin auto insurance law, and we do everything we can to ensure that you are fairly compensated for your injuries.
Contact our car accident attorneys today at (414) 404-5818 for a free case evaluation. We are dedicated to getting you the compensation you deserve.
