Hit & Run Accidents in Chico
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A hit & run accident is a type of auto accident where one of the parties fails to stop and identify oneself afterwards and essentially flees the scene of the accident. Hit & run accidents carry severe legal consequences and are considered a criminal offense in Chico and in most jurisdictions.
Under VC Section 20002 Permissible Action Duty Where Property Damaged, the driver of any vehicle involved in accident resulting in property damage shall immediately stop the vehicle at the nearest location that won't impede traffic or jeopardize the motorists' safety and do the following:
- Locate the owner of the other vehicle.
- Obtain the name and address of the driver and owner of the other vehicle.
- Upon request, present driver's license, and vehicle registration to the other driver.
- If the other vehicle was parked and the owner was not present, leave a written notice with their name and address.
- Without unnecessary delay, notify the police department of the city where the collision occurred.
If you're in an accident and the other driver flees the scene without stopping, you've been involved in a hit & run accident. Hit & run accidents are generally covered by the policy holder's uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage.
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If you're driving along and suddenly you're struck by another vehicle that speeds away from the scene, don't attempt to chase down the other driver. Instead, make sure your passengers are safe and check your vehicle for damage.
While this may be difficult, try to record as many details as possible:
- The description of the other vehicle (color, make, model, license plate number)
- Time and location of accident
- The sequence of events and which direction the other car was headed at the time of the accident
- Any eyewitness info including name and contact information
Be sure to call the police to file an official accident report, since this is an essential part of your hit & run claim. Next, call Attorney Adam Sorrells, our Chico car accident attorney, for help filing a hit & run car accident claim with your insurance carrier.