Las Vegas Hit and Run Accident Lawyer

Las Vegas Hit-and-Run Accident Attorney

Whenever a motor vehicle accident happens in Las Vegas, state law requires those involved to report the accident to the police immediately and remain at the scene until first responders arrive. This rule applies to any accident resulting in property damage, bodily injury, or death. Unfortunately, not all drivers uphold this responsibility and flee the scenes of the accident they cause. This is hit and run and is a criminal offense.

Las Vegas Hit and Run Accident Lawyer

Experienced Legal Representation for Victims of Hit and Run Accidents in Las Vegas, NV

Experiencing any car accident can be terrifying, distressing, and frustrating. The average car accident victim in Las Vegas can leave a victim wondering how they will recover their losses and how they can prove fault for the accident to hold the appropriate at-fault driver accountable for the harm they’ve done. This is especially true when an at-fault driver has fled the scene of the accident, leaving the victim to wonder how they can locate and identify them in time to hold them appropriately accountable.

If you or a loved one recently suffered injuries in a hit and run accident in Las Vegas, you need to consult an experienced attorney as soon as possible to have the greatest chance of success in your recovery efforts. You may not remember the exact details of your accident or may only have a faint recollection of the at-fault driver’s description and their vehicle. The sooner you reach out to a Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney, the more likely you are to ensure accountability and recover the compensation you legally deserve.

Why You Need a Las Vegas Hit and Run Accident Attorney

The team at Easton & Easton routinely provides comprehensive and compassionate legal counsel to victims of car accidents in Las Vegas. We know how difficult it can sometimes be to accurately assess fault for an accident and determine the victim’s most viable recovery options. We also know the frustration that typically follows a hit and run accident and the various legal questions the victim is likely to have in this situation.

Attempting to handle any vehicle accident claim on your own is more challenging than the average person may expect. In a hit and run accident case, you first face the issue of proving fault for the accident. You must rely on the police to help identify and locate the hit and run driver so you can proceed with your recovery efforts. At the same time, the state will be opening its criminal case against the at-fault driver, and this can influence your recovery efforts in several ways.

Hiring experienced legal representation that you can trust makes handling every stage of your case much easier, and you will also be more likely to secure the results you hope to see. Your attorney can handle all your procedural obligations for you, coordinating with the police to identify the target of your legal recourse and helping you assess the full extent of the damages you can claim from them. When you choose Easton & Easton as your legal representatives, our goal is to help you maximize your recovery in the most efficient manner possible.

Recovering From Your Hit and Run Accident in Las Vegas

Nevada upholds the fault rule for resolving vehicle accidents. This means that the driver at fault for causing an accident faces responsibility for all the damages they inflicted with their behavior. After locating the driver who caused your recent hit and run accident, you must proceed with gathering evidence to show they are directly responsible for your claimed damages.

Once your Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney has helped you find the defendant responsible for causing your accident, you can pursue compensation for your damages with an auto insurance claim. Every driver is legally required by state law to have auto insurance. An individual auto insurance policy must include liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage. However, dealing with insurance companies can be challenging, and there is no guarantee that the at-fault driver will have insurance at all. In fact, lack of required insurance is one of the most commonly cited reasons as to why drivers flee the scenes of the accidents they cause.

Your Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney can help file your insurance claim against the at-fault driver’s policy if they have coverage. If not, or if their insurance can’t fully cover your damages, you may then proceed with filing a personal injury suit against them.

Claiming Compensation in a Personal Injury Suit

The objective of any personal injury case filed in Las Vegas is for the plaintiff to secure the compensation they need to recover as fully as possible from their damages. Once you have proven fault for your hit and run accident, your attorney can assist you in identifying all the various damages you can claim from the at-fault driver. Insurance may only cover a fraction of your total damages or may not be available at all. In either case, you have the right to use your personal injury suit to seek compensation for:

  • Medical expenses, including the cost of any future medical care you may need to fully recover from your injuries. Your attorney can help to ensure the defendant is held accountable for all the medical treatment costs you are likely to incur from your accident.
  • Lost income. When a defendant has injured you severely enough that you cannot work, they are liable for the wages you cannot earn during recovery. You can also hold them accountable for lost future earning capacity when you are permanently disabled by the accident.
  • Property damage. Any property losses not covered by the defendant’s insurance can be sought with your personal injury claim.
  • Pain and suffering. State law allows you to seek as much compensation as you believe to be appropriate to reflect the physical pain and psychological suffering you experienced because of the defendant’s actions.

When a driver has caused an accident through illegal misconduct like hit and run, they could face additional penalties such as punitive damages or restitution alongside the plaintiff’s other claimed damages. Whatever your case entails, the team at Easton & Easton is ready to provide ongoing guidance and support through every step of your recovery efforts.

FAQs

Q: What Is the Penalty for Hit and Run in Las Vegas?

A: The driver responsible for your hit and run accident not only faces civil liability for the damages they inflicted on you but also criminal prosecution from the state. A hit and run charge could qualify as a misdemeanor or felony, and the determining factor between these two levels of prosecution is typically the extent of the damage done by the defendant. For example, hitting a parked and unoccupied vehicle will lead to a less serious charge than a hit and run resulting in severe bodily injury or death.

Q: How Much Compensation Can I Receive for a Hit and Run Accident in Las Vegas?

A: The driver who caused your recent hit and run is liable for all resulting damages. You can seek compensation for your losses with an auto insurance claim followed by a personal injury suit when their insurance cannot fully compensate your damages. Additionally, you could also receive punitive damages because they caused your accident by breaking the law. Your Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney can provide an estimate of how much compensation you could foreseeably obtain from a successful civil suit.

Q: How Much Can I Seek in Pain and Suffering Compensation?

A: The state’s personal injury laws do not limit pain and suffering compensation in most civil cases. This means a plaintiff has the right to seek as much as they believe to appropriately reflect the severity of the physical pain and psychological distress they experienced from their injury. Your Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney can offer guidance on this aspect of your case, helping you to maximize the total compensation you win from the defendant.

Q: How Much Time Will It Take to Come to a Settlement in a Personal Injury Claim?

A: When you are pursuing compensation from the party responsible for your recent personal injury, it is normal to be curious about how much time it might take for you to receive your case award. In a hit and run accident claim, the defendant faces a criminal case from the state, and this has the potential to delay your proceedings. However, it could also generate additional compensation in the form of restitution. Your Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney can provide a reasonable estimate of your case’s most likely timeframe.

Q: What Will It Cost to Hire a Las Vegas Hit and Run Accident Attorney?

A: There is no cause for concern over exorbitantly expensive legal fees when you choose Easton & Easton as your legal counsel for a hit and run accident claim. Our fee will be a percentage of your final recovery, and we only take this fee if we win. There are no upfront or hourly legal fees, and you owe nothing if our firm is unable to secure compensation for you.

It’s natural to have lots of important legal questions in the aftermath of a hit and run accident in Las Vegas. You should seek legal counsel you can trust as soon as possible to have the greatest chance of success in identifying and locating the at-fault driver and holding them appropriately accountable for the harm they’ve done. Easton & Easton can provide the comprehensive legal counsel you need in this situation, so contact us today and schedule your consultation with a Las Vegas hit and run accident attorney you can trust with your case.

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