Miss and Run Auto Accidents in Delaware
At the personal injury law firm of Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we fight for justice on behalf of those who have been injured in auto accidents in Seaford, Wilmington and Newark, and throughout Delaware, every single day. We strive to keep you informed about your rights when you have been injured in an accident.
What would happen if you were driving along the road one evening when out of nowhere a car is speeding towards you on the roadway? They swerve in your direction and you swerve to avoid getting hit and end up crashing into a light pole. Meanwhile, the car that forced you to swerve has sped away and is nowhere to be found. What can you do? You have just been involved in a “hit, miss and run” accident. The car driven by the reckless driver that caused a car crash and then fled the scene is called a phantom vehicle. While an accident like this one might be challenging to prove without witnesses, you may still be able to recover compensation for your injuries and property damage with the help of a competent auto accident attorney.
Even when the other vehicle does not make direct contact with yours, a miss and run accident can have serious consequences. Without another vehicle involved and without direct contact to your vehicle from the one that caused the crash, the insurance company might become suspicious of your story. You may be more likely to prove a phantom car crash if you happen to live in an urban area where there tends to be ubiquitous security cameras, or you might be able to find bystanders who are willing to provide a statement that backs up your story.
What should you do after a phantom car crash?
Immediately following a phantom car crash, assess your own physical condition. If you are injured – even if you “just” have a bump on the head – you should seek medical attention right away. Call the police and file a police report about the accident giving as much detail about the vehicle and the accident as possible. Contact your insurance company as soon as possible and report the accident. Take photos and get the contact information from any witnesses that might have seen the crash. Do your best to collect as much evidence as possible to prove the existence of the other vehicle, and cooperate fully with all of the questions from your insurance company.
Your most vital step after a phantom car crash is to meet with a Delaware auto accident attorney. You are looking at a complex case, and a knowledgeable attorney who has years of experience helping other car crash victims will know exactly what to do to protect your right to compensation.
You are welcome to call us at 302.414.5553 or fill out our quick contact form to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. At Silverman, McDonald & Friedman, we serve clients throughout Delaware from our offices conveniently located in Newark, Seaford and Wilmington.
Attorney Jeffrey S. Friedman joined Silverman, McDonald & Friedman in 2001. He graduated from Widener University School of Law, and is admitted to practice law in Delaware and Pennsylvania, and in several Federal Circuit courts. He areas of concentration include auto accident and workers’ compensation cases. Read more about Attorney Friedman here.