This answer depends. Whether you have legal recourse after a hit-and-run accident depends on the circumstances of the crash and how much information you have about the other parties involved. Every hit-and-run case is unique, and the type of insurance coverage you carry may also be a determining factor. Because these cases can be complex, it is best to consult an experienced car accident attorney to discuss your legal options and determine the best path forward. In my law practice, I employ "outside the box" thinking in addition to running investigative background checks on all possible leads when it comes to a California hit-and-run accidents. I interview witnesses to see if any identifying information was taken down on the party that fled. I check with police and their records on any leads they are following up on; I also interview the businesses surrounding the accident site to see if anyone saw anything on the day in question. All avenues must be explored in order for an injured party to get compensation.
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