Hit and Run Accidents

CALIFORNIA HIT AND RUN ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS

Fighting for Victims Throughout Orange County, Riverside, Santa Ana and Anaheim

California has some of the highest accident numbers in the entire nation. Los Angeles is known as the Hit and Run Capital of the nation. Unfortunately, hit and runs are also frequent. The emotional toll on the victims and their families following a hit and run accident are immense. Sky Law Group, APC understands the challenges faced by victims of hit and run accidents and works with law enforcement offices, and local district attorneys to get justice.

CALIFORNIA HIT AND RUN LAWS

California protects drivers with Hit and Run laws designed to prevent the act throughout the state. California Hit and Run laws are governed under California Vehicle Code 20001 – 20004.

Hit and Runs in California are considered either a Misdemeanor Hit and Run or a Felony Hit and Run. In California, you could be charged with a Misdemeanor Hit and Run if:

You leave the scene of the accident
Don’t identify yourself to the party(s) involved and
Damage another’s property in the accident (type of property does not matter, for example hitting another’s fence)

For Felony Hit and Run:

You leave the scene of the accident
Don’t identify yourself to the party(s) involved and
An individual was injured or killed

The difference between misdemeanor and felony depends on the damage, misdemeanor hit and run is focused on property damage whereas felony hit and run is focused on bodily injury or death. The injuries also apply to the passengers in a vehicle. The duties apply to all persons involved in the accident regardless of which party may be at fault.

CALIFORNIA HIT AND RUN MOTORIST LAWYER

The facts surrounding hit and run accidents are different. Our law firm uses seasoned investigators to gather all the facts surrounding the injured victim and the scene of the accident. When applicable, Sky Law Group, APC will conduct a full asset search of the negligent party to determine if recovery can be made against the individual which includes garnishing wages and going after assets.

CONTACT A DEDICATED ORANGE COUNTY HIT AND RUN ATTORNEY

It is also very important to find an attorney that knows California’s Uninsured Motorist Laws. Uninsured Motorist coverage could help protect you from the negligence of a hit and run driver.

Sky Law Group, APC specializes in personal injury actions and fights hard to recover the most compensation possible in all hit and run accidents. Our law firm is aware of the tactics used by insurance carriers to deny coverage and will pursue bad faith actions on behalf of the injured. Insurance companies spend millions and millions of dollars to protect themselves during an accident, hire Sky Law Group, APC to protect you or your loved ones. We are on your side and our goal is to protect your legal rights.