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Can I recover compensation if the driver is never found?

Yes. If the at-fault driver cannot be identified, you can file a claim through your own uninsured motorist coverage — the same coverage that applies when a driver has no insurance. We handle the claim with your insurer and fight for the full value of your injuries.

What if the driver is found later?

If the driver is identified, we pursue their insurance company directly. If they were uninsured or underinsured, we combine their coverage with your uninsured motorist coverage to maximize your recovery. Either way, we pursue every available source.

Does a hit and run affect my insurance rates?

In California, making an uninsured motorist claim for a hit and run that was not your fault generally should not raise your rates. We can review your policy and explain how a claim may affect your coverage.

How long do I have to file a hit and run claim?

You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, uninsured motorist claims often have shorter deadlines set by your policy — sometimes as little as one year. Contact a lawyer promptly to protect all your deadlines.

What if the police did not respond or did not file a report?

A police report strengthens your claim but is not always required. We can help you file a counter report or gather alternative evidence — witness statements, camera footage, and physical evidence — to build your case even without a formal police report.

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Hit and Run Accident Lawyer

When the driver who hit you flees the scene, it feels like you have no recourse — but you do. California law gives hit and run victims multiple paths to compensation, including your own uninsured motorist coverage. Kohan Legal investigates the crash, identifies the driver when possible, and pursues every available avenue to secure the compensation you deserve.

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What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident

The driver fled, but your actions in the moments after the crash still matter. Follow these steps to protect your health and your claim.

Call 911 immediately

Report the hit and run to police right away. A prompt police report is critical — it creates an official record of the crime and documents that the driver fled, which you need to trigger uninsured motorist coverage.

Write down everything you remember

Note the vehicle make, model, color, any part of the license plate, damage to the fleeing car, and the direction it went. Details fade within minutes — write them down or record a voice memo before you forget.

Look for witnesses and cameras

Ask anyone nearby if they saw the crash or the fleeing vehicle. Note nearby security cameras, doorbell cameras, or traffic cameras — their footage can identify the driver and is often overwritten within days.

Document the scene

Photograph your vehicle damage, the road, debris, skid marks, and any visible injuries. Note the exact time and location. Physical evidence at the scene can help reconstruct what happened.

Seek medical attention

Even if you feel okay, get checked by a doctor. Whiplash, concussions, and internal injuries often surface hours later. A medical visit also links your injuries to the crash — critical when the other driver is not there to corroborate.

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