In Oklahoma, a driver who causes an accident is financially responsible for the consequences. So, what happens when the at-fault driver flees the scene without taking responsibility? Accident victims could be left to fend for themselves in the face of expensive medical bills, lost income, and other effects of a serious collision.
If this has happened to you, don’t panic. You still have options, and Cain Law can help you explore them at no upfront cost to you. Contact us today to speak with an Edmond hit and run accident lawyer during a free consultation.
How Can Cain Law Help After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Edmond?
At Cain Law, we know how frustrating it is to get hit by a driver who runs away rather than taking responsibility for their actions. That’s why we want to help you if you’ve found yourself in this unfortunate situation in Edmond, OK. We have recovered over $250 million on behalf of our clients and have more than a century of combined legal experience to apply to your car accident claim.
While you rest and recover, we can do the following:
- Meet with you during a free, no-pressure, fully confidential consultation to get to know you and understand the situation
- Deploy our team of rapid-response investigators to identify the hit-and-run driver and work with the police to locate them
- Review your own insurance policies to identify possible coverage
- Work with top vocational and medical experts to understand the long-term effects your injuries may have on your life
- Calculate the full cost of your injuries so that we can pursue full compensation on your behalf
- Negotiate with insurance providers for a settlement that fully covers your losses
- Take your case to trial if the other side won’t make you a reasonable offer
- Never charge you a fee unless and until we win your case
Throughout this process, you can expect regular updates about how your case is progressing. We are available to take your calls and answer your questions. Can’t meet us at our office in Edmond? Don’t worry, because we can come to you, whether you want to meet at home, in the hospital, or at your job.
We’re proud of the results we’ve achieved for our clients and the positive difference we’ve made in their lives. Here’s what one had to say about their experience with Cain Law:
“This firm is nothing short of amazing. Throughout the entire process, I felt informed and up to date on everything going on. They were extremely straightforward and honest and for that I am appreciative. Highly recommend this firm for your car accident needs.”
– Natalie R.
Contact us today for your free, no-obligation consultation. We are ready to start work on your case.
What Evidence Can Help Identify a Hit-and-Run Driver?
Your Edmond car accident lawyer can collect evidence to try to locate the at-fault driver so they can file a claim against them. This evidence could include the following:
- Witness statements from people who saw what happened and can support your version of events
- Surveillance and traffic-camera footage showing the crash unfold and providing key details about the vehicle that left the scene
- Vehicle descriptions/license plate details that can help police and investigators track down the hit-and-run driver
- Paint transfer/debris that can provide crucial context about the make, model, and color of the vehicle that hit you
- Police reports that include information about what happened, who was at fault, and what officers know about the other vehicle
We might also work with independent investigators if the police are unable to find the at-fault driver.
Can You Recover Compensation if the Hit-and-Run Driver Is Never Found?
You may still have legal options for recovering compensation even if the other driver cannot be caught.
In addition to providing coverage when an at-fault driver lacks insurance, uninsured motorist (UM) insurance can apply when an at-fault driver hits and runs. UM insurance is not mandatory in Oklahoma, but you likely have it as part of your policy. Insurance companies must offer UM insurance at the time of purchase, and a policyholder must specifically reject it in writing to opt out of coverage. Therefore, you likely have uninsured motorist coverage if you did not reject it in writing.
Your car accident attorney with Cain Law can review your policy language to determine if you have UM coverage and, if so, file your uninsured motorist claim on your behalf. We can also help you file claims under other optional add-ons to your policy, such as collision, comprehensive, or medical payments (“MedPay”) provisions.
What Financial Compensation May Be Available After an Edmond Hit-and-Run Accident?
Depending on the circumstances, your compensation after a hit and run could include money for the following:
- Past and future medical costs, including emergency transport and medical treatment, hospitalizations, surgeries, medications, assistive devices, and ongoing physical therapy
- Lost wages covering any hourly wages, salary, tips, bonuses, commissions, and benefits you lost while you were too hurt to work
- Diminished future earning potential if severe injuries affect your ability to advance your career or earn a living
- Pain and suffering, or the physical and emotional discomfort your injuries cause you
- Emotional distress, or the psychological trauma you endured during the accident
- Reduced quality of life if your injuries prevent you from going about your daily routine or taking part in your favorite activities
- Damaged property, including repairing or replacing your vehicle
Our Edmond personal injury lawyers can work with medical and vocational experts to better understand the extent of your injuries and their long-term effects on your life. That way, we can demand maximum compensation for all that harm you’ve suffered.
Contact an Edmond Hit-and-Run Car Accident Lawyer Today
Were you involved in an accident in Edmond that was caused by a driver who fled the scene? If so, you need legal help, and you need it now. At Cain Law, our goal is to get you the money you need to get back on your feet and move forward with your life. We will not charge you a fee unless we succeed.
Contact Cain Law today for your free, fully confidential consultation about your Edmond hit and run accident claim. We will meet with you at no cost or obligation to discuss what happened and your options for pursuing fair compensation.