{"id":9422,"date":"2020-06-11T13:24:19","date_gmt":"2020-06-11T13:24:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/?p=9422"},"modified":"2026-01-14T13:29:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T13:29:17","slug":"hit-and-run-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.etags.com\/blog\/hit-and-run-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Were You Involved In A Hit And Run Accident? What’s Next?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Car accidents happen everyday regardless of where you live. There’s about 6 million car accidents every year in the U.S., with about 2 million people suffering permanent injuries and about 90 deaths per day annually. Car crashes are obviously stressful and can be traumatic at times, but it’s important to remember that you have to act fast if you’re at the center of an unfortunate situation. To stay safe and protected, you need to follow the steps listed below.<\/p>\n

If you were at fault or responsible for a car accident, your first obligation is to stay on the scene in a safe location. Note that refusing to cooperate with information exchange and\/or pulling over your car after an accident could result in expensive fines, license suspension, or even jail time.<\/p>\n

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It’s in your best interest to stop and remain at the scene in a safe location that doesn’t disrupt traffic. If you are a victim of a hit and run accident, here’s how you can handle your case accordingly.<\/p>\n

Gather information to support your case<\/h2>\n

If the at-fault driver hits your car and escapes the scene, gather as much information you can so you can offer details to police officer on the scene. The more details the better chances you have to finding the person responsible for hit and run as well as the expensive damages that come with the collision.<\/p>\n

Use this checklist to record relevant information about the accident.<\/p>\n