Did you know that a hit-and-run crash occurs about once every 18 minutes in Los Angeles? According to data analyzed by the NBC4 I-Team.
On Monday, a suspected drunk driver who hit a pedestrian continued driving for more than a mile with the body lodged in her windshield before pulling over and walking away. She now faces penalties including a felony hit and run charge, vehicular manslaughter, as well as being held on $1.5-million-dollar bail.
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When any kind of motor vehicle accident occurs, you are required by law to stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Whatever you do, do not leave the scene of a hit and run accident. It will lead to serious criminal charges if you do.
Some quick tips on what to do are:
1) Call for emergency medical assistance immediately if you’ve injured another person as a result of an accident.
2) Make sure to report the accident to local law enforcement.
3) Exchange information including drivers’ license, insurance and contact information.
4) Talk with witnesses who can help verify facts of the incident.
5) Lastly contact your insurance company.
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Due to the high risk of hit-and-run accidents in Southern California, The Law Office of Larry H. Parker strongly recommends uninsured motorist coverage. This coverage will help protect you in the event of a serious injury caused by a hit-and-run driver.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact us today at (800) 333-0000. The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker has more than 39 years of experience in helping car accident victims. For more information on auto accidents, visit our website at larryhparker.com. We’ll fight for you!®
