What to do When Dealing with a Hit and Run

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WHAT TO DO WHEN DEALING WITH A
HIT AND RUN
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Any accident is a stressful and upsetting event,
but when that accident is a hit and run the
problems and emotions surrounding the situation
is aggravated and your emotions can run high. It
is more important than ever in this type of
accident to keep a cool head and follow simple
steps with good judgment to ensure everything
goes smoothly.
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STEPS TO TAKE WHEN FACED WITH A HIT AND RUN
The first step to take during a hit and run is to
make sure that everyone involved is safe. It is
imperative that you check that no one is hurt and
any injuries occurred are seen to immediately.
This is why your first point of call should be
emergency services, and 911 is called straight
away.
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After alerting the medical authorities the police
need to be involved as do California highway
police. It is important to keep in mind that when
these authorities are taking down a report it
will be based on all your recollections. The
report you give must be truthful and all the
details need to be as precise as possible. These
details can be about the car that hit you, the
driver of the car and especially the way the
accident occurred.
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Once this is done the best step to take next is
to note down for your own use what has happened
so that you do not forget any significant
details. These details can be vital in tracking
down the driver. So, things like the license
plate if you can remember it and also any unique
details about the car such as color, bumper
stickers or car make and model could really help
you get the closure and compensation once you
track down the driver or the car.
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Anything or anyone that can prove and verify your
account of the events is accurate is also vitally
important. This can help build a better picture
in the eyes of the police or even an insurance
company. Contacting a Los Angeles car accident
attorney is also the next most advisable step.
Howard Craig Kornberg is very well versed in
helping victims of hit and runs to get the
results and support they require and can aid in
getting you the compensation and closure you
require.
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It is very important to realize that you are not
facing this event alone and that hit and run
lawyers in Los Angeles are here to help. A Los
Angeles car accident attorney will ensure that
you receive what you are due. For advice from a
best attorney in California please contact
experienced lawyers at Howard Craig Kornberg on
310-997-0904.