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What can I do when involved in a hit and run?

by | Sep 17, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents |

Even the safest Texas drivers might find themselves involved in a hit and run. In this case, the actions that you take immediately following the accident can have a huge impact on the outcome. State Farm offers the following advice in this case, which will help you preserve your safety while also taking steps towards bringing the guilty party to justice.

Gather information

Even seemingly insignificant information can be useful after a hit and run. For instance, taking down the make, model, and color of the vehicle may assist law enforcement. Where the accident occurred and which direction the vehicle fled in can also be useful. Even if you didn’t get the full license plate just a portion of it can help when paired with other information.

Talk to witnesses

It’s also possible that a witness saw something you didn’t during an accident. That’s why it’s helpful to collect witness testimony at the scene, which can help find the responsible parties. Witnesses are also useful for determining who exactly was at fault, which can be difficult in hit and run cases.

Remain on the scene

While you may be tempted to go after the driver that caused damage, doing so can be hazardous in a few different ways. For instance, you could cause damage to other vehicles or even cause injuries while in pursuit. You may also find yourself in legal trouble, as leaving the scene of an accident is illegal no matter the reason. You could also alter details of the accident, which could be used to track down the guilty party. It’s best to remain where you are and allow law enforcement to do their job.

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