What if the Other Driver Fled the Scene of the Accident?

Motorists owe one another an important duty of care, and this includes stopping in the event of an accident. If you have been injured by another motorist’s negligence in a motorcycle accident, you are in a very difficult position. The matter would be even more serious if the other driver had fled the scene. Your focus should be on your recovery and your legal rights. This involves seeking the medical attention that you need and consulting with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer at The Cycle Attorney as soon as you are able to do so.

Leaving the Scene of an Accident 

Leaving the scene of a traffic accident in which someone else was injured is against the law. If another driver caused you to be injured on your bike and then fled, it makes it more difficult for you to receive the compensation to which you are entitled, but a seasoned motorcycle accident lawyer can help you with that.

Identifying the Motorist Who Fled

While it used to be nearly impossible to find hit-and-run motorists after the fact, things have changed dramatically. Now, there are dashcams, security cameras, and traffic cameras all over the place, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a bystander who does not have a camera phone at the ready. In other words, there is a chance that the negligent motorist will be located, and in that case, you’ll file your motorcycle claim with their insurance provider.

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

If you are injured by a hit-and-run driver who cannot be located, you will turn to your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. The fact that you can’t file your claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance provider amounts to the same thing as the at-fault driver failing to have the required liability coverage.

In New Jersey, motorcycle insurance policies must include UM coverage, so you can count on being covered. In Pennsylvania, companies that sell motorcycle insurance must offer motorcyclists UM coverage. The only way to deny this coverage is to do so in writing, which means you likely have uninsured motorist insurance.

Your Physical, Financial, and Emotional Losses

In the motorcycle accident claim that you file with your own UM provider, you can seek compensation for your losses in each of the following categories:

• Your current and ongoing medical bills
• Your lost income and any losses that relate to earning power
• Your physical and emotional pain and suffering, which can be immense in the wake of a motorcycle accident caused by a hit-and-run driver

Turn to an Experienced Motorcycle Accident Attorney for the Help You Need

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident that was caused by a hit-and-run driver, the trusted motorcycle accident lawyers at The Cycle Attorney dedicate our imposing practice to skillfully handling challenging claims like yours. We are on your side, here to help, and ready to fiercely advocate for the compensation you deserve. Learn more by contacting us today.