Hit-and-Run Attorney in Schuylkill County
Focused Wrongful Injury Representation for Hit-and-Run Victims Since 1959
A hit-and-run can leave an injured driver, passenger, pedestrian, or bicyclist without the other driver’s identity or insurance information. Although the driver’s disappearance doesn’t necessarily eliminate every path to compensation, police reporting, evidence preservation, and insurance notice requirements can become critical.
We represent people with wrongful injury and death claims arising from motor vehicle accidents. Our attorneys can examine the evidence and determine whether a claim may involve an identified driver, uninsured motorist coverage, or another source of insurance.
Call to discuss your Schuylkill County hit-and-run accident during a free consultation.
Evidence to Preserve After a Schuylkill County Hit-and-Run
Pennsylvania law requires a driver involved in a qualifying crash to stop, provide information, and render aid. When that driver leaves, prompt documentation can matter to both the police investigation and a later insurance claim.
After obtaining necessary emergency care, take these steps when possible:
- Report the crash: Contact the appropriate police agency and retain the incident number, police crash report, and follow-up communications.
- Document your injuries: Seek a medical evaluation, follow treatment instructions, and keep records of symptoms, appointments, and expenses.
- Preserve scene evidence: Save photographs, dashcam recordings, damaged clothing, bicycle parts, and debris associated with the collision.
- Identify possible witnesses: Record contact information for anyone who saw the crash, the fleeing vehicle, or what happened immediately afterward.
- Locate potential video: Nearby homes, businesses, traffic cameras, and cellphones may have captured the vehicle, its license plate, or its direction of travel.
- Keep insurance communications: Save letters, emails, claim numbers, and requests for recorded statements or signed releases.
Video and other accident scene evidence can be overwritten, lost, or discarded. A hit-and-run lawyer serving Schuylkill County can assess what remains available and how it may relate to a potential claim.
When Uninsured Motorist Coverage May Apply
Uninsured motorist coverage may compensate an injured person when the responsible vehicle has no applicable liability insurance. Under the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law, an unidentified vehicle that causes an injury can qualify as an uninsured motor vehicle if the crash is reported to police or another proper governmental authority and the claimant notifies the insurer within 30 days or as soon as practicable afterward.
Coverage isn’t automatic. It may depend on the policy language, signed coverage waivers, the injured person’s status under a household policy, and the circumstances of the collision. An insurance claim investigation may examine whether contact occurred, when the crash was reported, whether the medical documentation is consistent with the event, and whether the policy conditions were satisfied.
Before giving a recorded statement or accepting a settlement, consider having the policy and requested documents reviewed. Early statements can become part of the insurer’s coverage and liability evaluation.
What You May Need to Prove in an Injury Claim
A claim involving an unknown vehicle may require evidence that the vehicle caused the crash, the collision caused the injuries, and records support the claimed losses. If police later identify the driver, the available claims may also depend on that driver’s insurance and evidence of negligence.
Potential personal injury damages may include:
- Medical expenses: Reasonable costs for emergency care, appointments, rehabilitation, medication, and necessary future treatment.
- Lost income: Wages and other earnings affected by the injuries and recovery period.
- Pain and suffering: Physical pain, emotional effects, and disruption to daily life caused by the injuries.
- Permanent impairment: Losses associated with lasting physical limitations or disability.
- Wrongful death losses: Damages available to eligible family members and the estate when a collision is fatal.
Pennsylvania generally requires negligence-based personal injury and wrongful death actions to be filed within two years. Other notice requirements, policy deadlines, and exceptions may apply, so the deadline for a particular case requires individual review.
More Than 115 Combined Years Focused on Wrongful Injury Law
has represented wrongful injury victims and their families since 1959. Our four attorneys have more than 115 combined years in practice, virtually all devoted to wrongful injury and death claims. We carefully review every case we accept and assign it to a qualified Civil Trial attorney.
Our attorneys have recovered thousands of awards and settlements, including more than 500 during a recent three-year period. Lead attorney John R. Badal has spent his legal career representing injured people and belongs to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Other law firms routinely refer clients to us, contributing to our reputation as “The Lawyers’ Lawyers.”
Review Your Insurance Options Without an Upfront Fee
During a free consultation, we can review the crash report, available evidence, medical documentation, possible insurance coverage, and time-sensitive notice requirements. Our hit-and-run attorneys represent injured clients throughout Schuylkill County. You pay no attorney fees or case expenses advanced by our firm unless we recover money for you.
What Our Clients Say
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Working with Liever, Hyman & Potter Law Firm was an excellent experience from start to finish.Christie
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Andrew Fick and his team helped me with everything I needed in pursuing a personal injury case.Carlos A.
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I would highly recommend Liever, Hyman & Potter.Vanessa S.
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Andy Fick and his Liever, Hyman & Potter team fought hard for me.David D.
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He is a well-spoken and passionate attorney who actually cares about his clients.jeffrey r.
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He has always been responsive and professional, taking the time to review my issues.Howard J.
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Not only are the attorneys at this firm dedicated in obtaining successful results, more importantly, they also care about the personal well-being and health of their clients.Kevin B.
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Attorney John Badal represented me and did an outstanding job. The firm is very honest and upfront and does not blow smoke.Roxanne M.
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John went above and beyond to help me.Sean B.
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Between Stacey (paralegal) and Mike, they kept me up to date with emails, phone calls, and in-person meetings; making the entire process seamless.Blayne H.
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Andy gets the job done; he went above and beyond, exceeding my expectations.Nancy K.
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Everyone was thorough, professional, and supportive.Wendy B.
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My friend was impressed by the firm's compassion and genuine concern for his son's well-being.SARA P.
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The professionals of Liever, Hyman & Potter have a robust team of professionals who vigorously and diligently advocate.Adam N.
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Contacted me back very quickly, very professional.P N.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Kind of Lawyer Do I Need?
The legal world is a complicated environment with countless nuances to take into account. As a result, there is a wide range of specialized attorneys dedicated to specific legal areas, such as criminal lawyers who handle criminal defense. With so many fields, it can be difficult to determine which kind of lawyer is best suited for your circumstances. If you call Liever, Hyman & Potter, P.C. and offer an overview of your situation, then they can help narrow down what kind of personal injury lawyer is best suited to handle your case. Our law firm was founded in 1959 and is knowledgeable in numerous areas of personal injury law.
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Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
After sustaining a severe injury, you will need to pay medical bills for treatment, potentially miss time at work, and experience pain and suffering. With a qualified and skilled lawyer’s assistance, it is possible for you to receive fair and full compensation for these damages. A knowledgeable attorney will increase your chances of reaching an acceptable settlement agreement and receiving more compensation than you would on your own. Additionally, personal injury lawyers can help settle a liability dispute to determine who is responsible for an accident.
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How Will I Know I Have a Case?
No one has to make this important decision by themselves. Contact Liever, Hyman & Potter, P.C., and set up a free consultation to go over your situation in detail. Our attorneys will be able to identify who you can sue and what you can expect to gain based on the facts of the accident and the laws in Pennsylvania. In most scenarios, you’ll have a case if it can be proven that someone acted carelessly and caused injuries. Applying this standard is more complex than it may initially appear, which is why it is important to consult us.
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When to Call a Lawyer After a Car Accident?
If you’ve sustained severe injuries in a car accident, you should reach out to a lawyer shortly after the crash takes place. Not only will a professional car accident attorney help you gather vital evidence before it is lost to help your case, but they can also handle communications with your insurance company and deal with the careless driver’s insurance company.
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What Should I Do if an Attorney or Insurance Adjuster Calls Me?
You should never speak with insurance adjusters for someone else involved in the accident. While they may sound friendly and sympathetic to your case, they are almost certainly trying to get statements from you that would reduce or eliminate the liability of their insured. This is also true when an attorney for another person contacts you.
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How to File a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
As previously mentioned, filing a medical malpractice lawsuit starts with contacting a lawyer. However, it is crucial that we have sufficient information before filing the claim because malpractice claims can be significantly more complicated than other lawsuits. Our dedicated attorneys will collect all of your medical records and thoroughly review them.
Your medical malpractice attorney must determine whether the case warrants a lawsuit before they file with the court. If we do go forward, we will rely on highly qualified doctors who will be able to explain why you or your loved one were wrongfully harmed by medical treatment.