Car accidents are challenging to navigate due to the disruption caused by serious injuries and property damage, but when the at-fault driver leaves the scene of the crash, the situation becomes far more difficult. Hit-and-run car accidents in Tulsa make filing an insurance claim or suing the at-fault driver feel impossible. However, you can pursue legal action and get reimbursed for your losses. Our car crash attorneys at LaCourse Law could help you after your accident by identifying the responsible driver and reviewing your options for compensation.
Drivers involved in a car accident have a duty to stop, provide contact information, and render aid in the case of injury or death, according to 47 Oklahoma Statutes § 104. Despite this obligation, Tulsa drivers still flee the scene following a vehicle collision far too often. Drivers may leave the scene because they are uninsured or fear criminal charges, but they also leave a person injured in a hit and run struggling to pursue compensation for the damage they have done.
During your free consultation, we may uncover pertinent details about the accident that could also help identify the responsible driver. Our lawyers could assist you by helping identify the driver using crucial evidence you may have collected at the scene, such as:
Your car insurance provider might offer options for recovering compensation. Our attorneys could review your insurance policies, negotiate with claim adjusters, and seek maximum coverage for your damages.
Contacting LaCourse Law early only benefits you. The state has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under 12 O.S. § 3-95. It requires the timely filing of a claim within this period to preserve the right to recover compensation in court.
If we identify the driver, the next step is to file a claim for damages. According to 23 O.S. § 1-3, you can pursue compensation for several types of damages resulting from another person’s unlawful act or omission. Your compensation amount depends on the severity of your injury and its impact on your personal circumstances. We believe in building strong relationships with our clients to fully understand their situation and advocate for fair compensation. What we could seek damages for includes:
In Tulsa, a claim for punitive damages under 23 O.S. § 1-9.1 may also apply in automobile wrecks where the responsible driver has fled the scene. A jury can award these damages to discourage similar behavior if a defendant acted with reckless disregard or willful malice toward the rights of others.
Our lawyers are here to offer their support and experience in navigating personal injury claims, including those involving hit-and-run car accidents in Tulsa. We could review your options for recovering fair compensation, take steps to locate the at-fault driver, and help you assert your legal rights under these challenging circumstances. Contact our office today to schedule a free case consultation.
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