A hit-and-run, where a driver flees the scene of a car accident without stopping, is a crime in California for a reason. It threatens the safety and health of victims, who may not receive the prompt medical attention they need. It also leaves victims with limited options for making a financial recovery – an injustice that we aim to rectify at Jacoby & Meyers.
Our Fresno hit-and-run accident attorneys represent crash victims in the pursuit of justice and maximum financial compensation for their losses. We help clients in and out of the courtroom to help them rebuild and restore their lives as much as possible. Call our Fresno car accident lawyers at (559) 545-0730 for a free case review. Because you deserve justice.
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Why Choose Jacoby & Meyers for Your Fresno Hit-and-Run Case
- We have extensive experience in Fresno personal injury law. Our law firm has been representing hit-and-run accident victims in California since 1972.
- Our lawyers have a long track record of success, with over $2 billion in settlements won. We are experts in serious automotive accidents, including complex hit-and-runs.
- We will help you get appropriate medical treatment for your health and well-being. We can also handle your property damage with an insurance company to help you recover from a hit-and-run.
- Our roster of outstanding personal injury lawyers has decades of experience in the field, allowing us to generate bigger, better and more immediate results for car accident clients.
- There are no fees unless we win your case. We don’t charge anything for our legal services as attorneys unless we secure financial compensation for the client.
Understanding Hit-and-Run Accidents in Fresno
California Vehicle Code § 20002 imposes certain legal obligations on a driver after a car accident. Drivers have a responsibility to stop at the scene of any accident that causes property damage or bodily injury. Once stopped, they must exchange information with the other driver or, if the vehicle is parked and unattended, leave a note in a conspicuous location with contact information.
A driver is also obligated to render reasonable aid or assistance to anyone injured in a crash. This can mean transporting the victim to the hospital or arranging for transportation by calling 911 and requesting paramedics. Leaving the scene of a car accident without fulfilling these legal responsibilities is a crime known as a hit-and-run in California. The penalties include up to $1,000 in fines and/or six months of jail time.
About Hit-and-Run Accidents in Fresno
In 2022, Fresno County reported 176 fatal and injury hit-and-run accidents. Common hit-and-run accident scenarios in Fresno include:
- Two-car crashes, such as rear-end collisions
- Pedestrian-vehicle collisions
- Accidents involving bicyclists
- Motorcycle accidents
- Parking lot accidents
- Parked car collisions
- Stop sign and stoplight accidents
- Sideswipes
Hit-and-run accidents often involve other infractions that contribute to the driver fleeing the scene to avoid penalty, such as drunk driving, operating without a driver’s license or driving without insurance.
Compensation Available for Fresno Hit-and-Run Victims
Under California’s fault law, the driver who is at fault for causing a car accident is responsible or liable for paying for the victim’s medical bills and property damage. If the at-fault driver in your car accident flees the scene and remains unidentified by the police, his or her insurance will not be an option. However, this does not mean you are out of recovery opportunities. You may be able to recover instead from your own car insurance provider or a third party.
Types of Damages You Can Recover
If you have uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance on your own policy, this can pay for your medical bills after a hit-and-run crash. If there is evidence that a third party, such as a vehicle manufacturer or the government, contributed to the crash, this party could also be held financially responsible.
With help from an attorney at Jacoby & Meyers, you may be able to recover the following types of compensation or damages:
- Medical costs
- Lost wages
- Lost capacity to earn
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Property damage
- Future medical costs or disability
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages
Working with our attorneys can help you secure maximum compensation for your hit-and-run accident in Fresno. We have professional investigative resources and evidence collection methods we can use to build the strongest injury claim possible.
How Jacoby & Meyers Investigates Your Hit-and-Run Case
When you hire Jacoby & Meyers as your Fresno car accident attorneys, we will start with a thorough and comprehensive investigation of your crash. We will analyze evidence such as a police report, eyewitness statements, photographs of the accident scene, traffic surveillance footage and evidence collected by the police.
Our law firm can hire highly qualified experts, such as medical professionals and accident reconstruction teams, to determine the cause of the crash. Whether or not the identity of the at-fault driver is determined, we will help you move forward with the legal route available to you. Our lawyers will do what it takes to achieve justice on your behalf in or out of the courtroom.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run in Fresno
In the aftermath of a hit-and-run crash, try to stay calm and call 911 for assistance. Report the accident and request an ambulance, if necessary. Always get immediate medical care. If you initially feel fine, your adrenaline could be masking the symptoms of an injury.
Document the crash as much as possible, including a description of events, anything you can remember about the other driver’s vehicle, witness information and photos of the crash scene. Report the car accident to your own car insurance company without delay. Then, contact Jacoby & Meyers for a free review of your case by an attorney.
Get Started With Your Fresno Hit-and-Run Case Today
If you or someone you love was recently injured in a hit-and-run car accident in Fresno or the surrounding area, don’t hesitate to contact Jacoby & Meyers for a free case review with a knowledgeable car accident attorney.
We believe everyone deserves justice, including victims of serious hit-and-run crimes. Our team of experienced litigators, case managers and assistants can execute all of the necessary legal work for your case to be successful while you focus on healing.
Start your case with a free consultation with one of our local attorneys. Call (559) 545-0730 to get in touch. We have 24/7 availability for accident victims.
Jacoby & Meyers Accident & Injury Lawyers – Fresno
516 W Shaw Ave #200,
Fresno, CA 93704, United States