Hit-And-Run Car Accidents In Buffalo, New York

According to the American Automobile Association, there have been, on average, 682,000 hit-and-run crashes annually since 2006. In total, these crashes are estimated to represent nearly 12% of all automobile accidents each year.

A hit-and-run accident is any accident in which a driver deliberately leaves the scene of an accident without providing contact information. These accidents can result in major injuries and little proof as to who is responsible.

As stated in Section 600 of the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law, the filing of a police report and the exchange of licenses and insurance identification information is legally required if the accident resulted in property damage and/or personal injury. The violation of these provisions can constitute a Class A/B misdemeanor or a Class D/E felony.

We understand how frustrating this situation can be; don’t let this pressure fall entirely on you. Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his dedicated team of elite hit-and-run attorneys are ready to fight for you! Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team of Buffalo, New York personal injury lawyers have settled $175,000,000.00 on behalf of their clients. Call us for a free consultation at (716) 839-3939 today.

Why Should You Hire An Attorney For A Hit-and-Run Accident?

Some may believe that they are out of luck when they are hit and the other driver speeds away from the scene. However, you can still receive compensation for medical bills and lost wages, whether or not the perpetrator is found.

In either scenario, you will have to deal with at least one insurance company. Insurance companies do not have your best interests in mind. They seek to provide you with as little compensation as possible. Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team of Buffalo, New York injury attorneys strive to constantly make certain that their clients receive the compensation that they deserve.

Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. at (716) 839-3939 to get in contact with the top rated injury attorneys in Buffalo, New York who are determined to fight for the best results for you.

What Should You Do After A Hit-and-Run Accident?

If you or a loved one are involved in a hit-and-run accident in Buffalo, New York, you should:

1. Pull over safely;
2. Establish if you, or a passenger, were injured;
3. Dial 911 and file a police report immediately;
4. Gather as much information about the perpetrator’s vehicle as possible;
5. Collect names and contact information of any witnesses; and
6. Contact your insurance company.

After a hit-and-run accident, it is crucial that you provide detailed evidence and witnesses for the police report. This will assist in both the search for the perpetrator and validating your insurance claim.

It is important that you call us to help as soon as possible; what you say to your insurance company matters! Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team of superb hit-and-run accident lawyers are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. now at (716) 839-3939 to preserve your rights.

What Details Should You Record?

We know the trauma that a car accident can cause. It may be difficult to remember, but small details can lead to the perpetrator being found and you being given fair compensation.

It is helpful to record as many of these details as possible after the accident:

1. The color, model and make of the vehicle that hit you;
2. License plate number;
3. In what direction the vehicle was headed;
4. The location and circumstances of the accident;
5. Photographs of the damage and the scene; and
6. Description of damage done to your own vehicle and the perpetrator’s vehicle.

At the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., we will aggressively and tenaciously help you through this process. Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his top rated team of hit-and-run attorneys in Buffalo, New York are ready to fight for you. Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at (716) 839-3939. We strive to provide the people of Buffalo, New York with superior personal injury representation and there is never a fee until we win for you!

How Will You Be Compensated If The Driver Isn’t Found?

If the police are unsuccessful in finding the person that hit you, your claim will be with your own insurance company. These claims will fall under these coverages:

1. Personal Injury Protection Benefits (PIP);
2. Underinsured/Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UIM); and
3. Supplementary Underinsured/Uninsured Motorist Coverage (SUM).

PIP Benefits and UIM Coverage are part of the standard New York auto insurance policy. Basic PIP will cover the first $50,000 of your injuries. UIM can provide a minimum of $25,000 per person/$50,000 per accident.

You may have also purchased SUM coverage which can provide coverage equivalent to your bodily injury liability insurance policy.

SUM coverage allows you to make a claim with your own insurance company for your pain and suffering. However, you must promptly submit that claim or you will be precluded from making a proper recovery. Call now so that we may assist you with the short time deadlines applicable to cases like this.

If you do not own or insure a car or vehicle, you may be able to file for benefits, wages, medical bills and compensation for pain and suffering under the Motor Vehicle Indemnification Act. In order to make a claim under this act, your injury must have resulted from the physical contact of the perpetrator’s vehicle with you or the vehicle you were operating, as stated in New York Insurance Law Section 5217.

You want the best compensation possible. Contact the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., now to get in touch with Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team of superior Buffalo, New York personal injury lawyers. The Dietrich Law Firm P.C.'s team of elite attorneys will work tirelessly to provide the best outcome for you.

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Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at (716) 839-3939 so that our aggressive, tenacious and hardworking personal injury lawyers can fight to obtain the best result for your personal injury claim in Buffalo, New York. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and there is never a fee until we WIN for you!

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