Minnesota Hit and Run Accident Attorney
Regarding Hit and Run Accidents
In just 5 years there has been a 15% increase in the number of hit and run accidents that have occurred in the United States. Many of these have happened in Minnesota and the victims or the families of victims have sought out the services of a Minnesota personal injury attorney to obtain compensation for medical and other expenses incurred as a result. Sadly not all of these lawsuits are brought by the victims, but by the surviving family members. One in five pedestrian deaths are the result of hit and run showing the seriousness of this type of accident.
Hit and Run Accident Lawyer in Minnesota
The most common reasons hit and run drivers flee are:
- No insurance on the vehicle
- Driving without a license
- Drunk driving
So are these drivers indentified? A lot of them are because of witnesses who observed the vehicle, the license plate, can describe the driver and give other defining information. When found the driver will often deny being involved so identifying information is very important. Pedestrians don't have any defense against a vehicle. Even inside a vehicle the injury and trauma can be severe. An experienced Minnesota hit and run lawyer represents individuals suffering from such injuries as:
- Broken bones
- Brain injury
- Traumatic spinal cord injury
- Paralysis
- Permanent disability
Any part of the body can sustain an injury in such an accident which can render an individual completely disabled. The severe injuries and resulting disability which can come from a hit and run can mean enormous medial expense, lost wages, and other damages that include mental suffering. We understand the physical and mental damage that is done. If you have lost a loved one in an accident you need a skilled personal injury lawyer who will support you and help you with your claim. Call Heimerl & Lammers for a free initial consultation.
Contact a Minnesota hit and run accident attorney at our firm if you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a hit and run accident.