When individuals get into car accidents, they are supposed to stop, exchange insurance information with the other party and render aid when needed. Unfortunately, there are many irresponsible hit and run drivers out there who completely disregard this duty so they can avoid having to be held financially responsible for accidents they caused. This forces victims in these types of San Jose hit and run accidents to file claims through their own insurance companies, such as through their uninsured motorist coverage.If you are in this situation in San Jose, you should have skilled accident lawyers assisting you with your claim through proper law enforcement. While we tend to think that our own insurance companies would be willing to assist us, the reality is that there are many insurers that are willing to shortchange their own policyholders just to save money. With the help of our lawyers at Shea & Shea – A Professional Law Corporation, you might be able to maximize your settlement amount. Our legal team includes experienced litigators, so we are also prepared to take your personal injury matter to court, if necessary. To start taking action, call (408) 292-2434.
PROVING THE FACTS OF YOUR SAN JOSE HIT AND RUN CASE
There are many ways that your insurance company might try to lower or eliminate your settlement after you are hurt in a hit-and-run accident, including:
- Claiming that you were responsible for the accident
- Disputing the severity of your injuries
- Claiming that your medical care does not cost the amount being claimed
- Claiming that your policy does not cover hit-and-run accidents when it actually does
At Shea & Shea – A Professional Law Corporation in San Jose, our attorneys can help you gather the evidence needed to prove your case, contact us today for the free consultation. We understand how stressful and upsetting hit-and-run car accidents can be, so we are here to provide you with the legal counsel and advocacy you need. With our assistance, you might be able to obtain compensation for medical bills, lost wages, physical pain and suffering and/or other damages for your auto accident case. You can trust that our legal team has the knowledge and experience needed for the San Jose hit and run case . Our law firm has been protecting accident victims for more than 50 years!
Contact Shea & Shea – A Professional Law Corporation
Despite the fact that committing a hit-and-run is a crime in California, many people still do it, for various reasons. These negligent drivers might be uninsured, they might be engaging in drunk driving or they might simply be trying to avoid being held
liable for the accident. Whatever led to your hit-and-run accident, we are here to provide you with step-by-step guidance on the path to recovery from the accident scene to the final compensation you receive. Contact our firm by email or call (408) 292-2434 today to request a free case evaluation.