Tampa Hit and Run Accident Lawyer
When an at-fault driver flees the scene of an accident, you are left to wonder who will pay for the high costs of your injuries. Our Tampa hit and run accident lawyers can help you recover the compensation you need and deserve even if the culprit is never identified. We’ve been protecting you and your family since 1979. Call us today at (813) 358-0490, and learn how Farah & Farah can help you and your family.
Being injured in a motor vehicle accident is stressful enough when you know who hit you. Hit and run drivers face criminal charges in Florida, but this is of little comfort when you’re seriously injured and don’t know how you’ll pay the bills.
Since 1979, we’ve recovered over $2 billion in client compensation. Our results are no accident. We’re a client-centric law firm that wins through caring, understanding, and hard work. Our experienced Tampa car accident lawyers can help you recover compensation from multiple sources, whether or not the driver is found.
You Can Count on Our Top-Rated Hit and Run Accident Attorneys in Tampa
If you suffer serious injuries from a car accident, you can typically file a claim under the at-fault driver’s liability insurance. However, you might be deprived of this important source of compensation after a hit and run accident.
A knowledgeable hit-and-run accident attorney in Tampa, FL, can make all the difference. When we take on your case, we’ll do the following to maximize your recovery:
- Investigate the accident to identify the driver and all other at-fault parties.
- Determine all applicable insurance coverage and alternative compensation sources.
- File claims with each insurance company and negotiate a settlement.
- Fight for you in court if the responsible parties refuse to pay fair compensation.
Our Tampa personal injury law firm is a small, local law office with access to the full resources of Farah & Farah. We provide the best of both worlds: the compassionate, personalized representation you expect from a small law firm with big firm results. We have over 45 years of proven experience and the resources to go against large insurance companies and win.
Teamwork Makes All the Difference for Our Clients
When you choose us, you become part of the Farah family. We carefully match you to a team of attorneys and paralegals with the best skillset for your unique case. Our open-door policy gives you access to your team at all hours of the day and night. The entire Farah & Farah team will be behind you, and your attorneys will have direct access to Eddie and Chuck Farah.
Our attorneys combine their strengths, resources, and skills to provide a united front against insurance companies. Below are just a few examples of the unique backgrounds of our Tampa hit and run attorneys:
- Attorney Kaley Dreyer has experience in the State Attorney’s Office and is known for her no-nonsense approach when standing up to giant insurance companies.
- Attorney Joshua Copp worked in one of the largest personal injury law firms in the United States, exclusively handling car accident claims.
- Joseph Nemeh has experience defending insurance companies, giving him inside knowledge of their defense strategies so you get the advantage.
The initial consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win. Contact us now to schedule your free consultation.
Testimonials from Our Tampa Clients
Our Tampa clients regularly send us positive feedback about the compassionate, responsive advocacy we provide, such as the following:
“Kaley helped me during my car accident. At first, it seemed like a long process, but she made it all super easy for me. She is very professional and always available. She recommended the best places that were most convenient to my schedule to treat my injuries after the accident. I recommend Kaley to anyone who needs a car accident lawyer and has suffered physical injuries. She is super knowledgeable, and she always has answers to your questions.”
“I don’t do reviews very often, and when I do, they are rarely five stars. However, Kaley is by far the best attorney we have ever had to deal with! She is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and very responsive, even when on vacation! I have never experienced an attorney like her! Definitely one of a kind!”
“Melanie helped us with our case. She was amazing, very communicative, and helpful. She took the time to explain everything to us and provided us with the best outcome for our case. We will always recommend Melanie with the Farah & Farah team to anyone and will use her if we would ever need help again. Thank you, Melanie!”
“Joseph was nothing short of amazing. He guided me through the entire process and was always available. He's honest and upfront, but his delivery is gentle and compassionate. Hopefully, I won't need legal counsel again, but If I do, there's no hesitation on who I'll be consulting.”
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We Overcome the Unique Challenges of Hit and Run Accidents
Recovering full compensation in a hit and run accident case requires more investigative work than other car accidents, such as tracking down the driver. This is on top of the usual difficulties in car accident claims, such as new disabilities, uncooperative insurance companies, high medical bills, and lost earnings.
No obstacle is insurmountable when you have our Tampa hit and run accident attorneys on your side. Whether or not we find the driver, we look for—and often find—multiple avenues of compensation.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Hit and Run Accident in Tampa?
You may be able to recover economic and non-economic damages following a hit and run in Tampa. Economic damages cover monetary losses, such as property damage, medical bills, lost wages, and future lost earning capacity. Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other intangible losses.
If the driver is identified, you might also be eligible to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages are awarded to punish the defendant and deter others when you have clear and convincing evidence of intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
The amount you recover will depend on the severity of your injuries and other factors specific to your case. Our many successful case results include:
- $1.4 million for a severely injured client when the insurance company only wanted to pay $60,000.
- $1.2 million for the family of a pickup passenger killed in a rollover accident.
- $1.1 million for a client with severe neck and back injuries.
- $850,000 for a client who was T-boned when pulling out of a parking lot.
- $700,000 for a client who was pregnant during an accident and experienced complications with the baby.
How Can I Recover Damages If the Hit and Run Driver Is Never Found?
Our Tampa hit and run accident lawyers can help you recover maximum compensation regardless of whether the driver is found.
Your no-fault insurance covers 80 percent of your medical expenses and 60 percent of your lost wages, up to $10,000. If your injuries are severe, your uninsured motorist insurance provides the same benefits the at-fault driver’s liability insurance should have covered, including medical expenses, lost wages, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering. We’ll aggressively pursue additional avenues of compensation, including:
- Liable third parties – Other parties who might be responsible for your accident include manufacturers of defective car parts, government entities, and other drivers who contributed to your accident.
- Insurance policies – Applicable insurance coverage might include umbrella policies you own and disability policies provided by your employer.
- Social Security Disability – Our Tampa Social Security Disability lawyers will also help you apply for long-term disability benefits if you qualify.
Florida Laws Regarding Hit and Run Accidents
Florida law requires drivers to stay at the scene of an accident and exchange information, including name, address, tag number, and insurance information. Leaving the accident scene without fulfilling the requirements of the law is a crime that could result in felony charges, license revocation, and imprisonment. It is important to gather evidence as quickly as possible after the accident if the at-fault driver leaves.
“Sometimes the at-fault driver is at the scene of the accident, and they don't like what's going on, and they'll get in the car and take off. So you really want to take a photograph of the car, tag, person, whatever you can get.”
Common Injuries in Tampa Hit and Run Accidents
Hit and run drivers are often drunk drivers or other types of lawbreakers who flee to evade law enforcement. They often cause accidents while speeding or disobeying traffic controls. They often hit vulnerable roadway users such as pedestrians. The resulting injuries may be severe:
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injuries
- Multiple fractures
- Severe and widespread burns
- Amputations
- Permanent scarring
- Death
We handle all types of car accident claims in Tampa. Contact us now if you or a loved one is injured in a hit and run accident.
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim After a Hit and Run Accident?
The Florida personal injury statute of limitations imposes a two-year deadline to file suit over a hit and run accident claim. This limits your attorney’s time to investigate, find the driver, and build a strong case. Don’t wait to contact an attorney. Your attorney will need access to evidence that may not be available for long, such as eyewitness reports, video footage, and vehicle wreckage. Involving our Tampa hit and run attorneys early allows us to preserve evidence while we build your case.
“After a serious injury, the most important thing is getting your attorney involved early. There are issues that come up when it comes to preservation, and preservation is a way that an attorney will be able to tell the at-fault driver or the at fault owner that they need to preserve all the evidence. And sometimes insurance companies, if they don't have notice that they need to save evidence, will get rid of them. And so an attorney can step in early and make sure they're preserving all the evidence.”
Let Team Farah Go to Work for You
Being hit by a fleeing driver doesn’t mean all hope is lost. With over 45 years of experience and more than $2 billion in compensation recovered, you can count on our Tampa hit and run accident lawyers to go the extra mile to get you the compensation you deserve.
Experience makes all the difference. Call us today at (813) 358-0490, and put our experience to work for you.
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