What should I do if I’m injured in a hit-and-run accident?

If you’re the victim of a hit-and-run accident, take these steps:

1. Call 911 immediately — reporting the accident creates an official record and may help identify the driver
2. Note everything you can about the fleeing vehicle (make, model, color, license plate, direction of travel)
3. Ask witnesses if anyone saw the vehicle or captured dashcam/phone footage
4. Seek medical attention for your injuries
5. File a claim under your UM coverage — your own Uninsured Motorist policy may cover your injuries and damages
6. Contact an attorney — we can work with investigators and law enforcement to locate the at-fault driver

California Vehicle Code § 20002 makes it a crime to leave the scene of an accident. Even if the driver is never found, your UM coverage can help you recover compensation.