Common Hit and Run Scenarios in LA
Hit-and-run cases in Los Angeles follow recognizable patterns. If any of these sound like what happened to you, call us immediately.
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Los Angeles has the highest hit-and-run rate of any major city in the United States. According to the LAPD traffic division, thousands of hit-and-run collisions are reported every year across the city, injuring pedestrians, cyclists, and other drivers alike.
Dangerous corridors for hit-and-run incidents include the 110 Freeway through South LA, the 101 through Hollywood, Vermont Avenue, Western Avenue, and surface streets throughout East LA and Koreatown.
Many hit-and-run drivers flee because they are uninsured, unlicensed, or impaired. The LAPD and CHP investigate these cases, but identifying a fleeing driver requires acting quickly to preserve traffic camera footage, surveillance video, and witness statements.
Even if the driver who hit you is never found, you still have legal options. Your own uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage can provide compensation. An attorney who understands these policies can maximize your recovery.
Sideswiped, rear-ended, or T-boned by a driver who fled the scene.
Struck while crossing the street or walking on a sidewalk. Injuries are often severe.
Bicyclists are vulnerable in traffic. We pursue every available source of recovery.
Impaired drivers who flee face felony charges. You may be entitled to punitive damages.
Driver never found? Your own UM/UIM policy may cover your injuries and losses.
Security cameras often capture the incident. We obtain footage before it is erased.
Hit-and-run cases in Los Angeles follow recognizable patterns. If any of these sound like what happened to you, call us immediately.
Sideswiped on the freeway and the driver kept going — CHP traffic cameras and dashcam footage can help identify the vehicle that hit you.
Struck as a pedestrian crossing a busy intersection in Hollywood or Koreatown — business surveillance cameras and city traffic cameras are critical evidence.
Rear-ended at a red light and the driver fled before you could get their information — witnesses and nearby cameras can often identify the at-fault driver.
Vehicle damaged in a parking lot with no note left — parking lot surveillance footage is often available but gets erased within days. Act fast.
The timeline for filing depends on the specific circumstances of your case. California law provides two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. If a government entity is involved, you must file an administrative claim within just six months under the California Government Claims Act.
If the hit-and-run driver is never identified, your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage is your primary path to recovery. If the driver is found but has insufficient coverage, your underinsured motorist (UIM) policy bridges the gap. We review every applicable policy on your behalf.
A hit and run is a crime under California Vehicle Code 20001 and 20002. The criminal case is prosecuted by the DA. Your civil injury case is separate and can proceed regardless of whether the driver is criminally charged or convicted.
Traffic camera footage, surveillance video, and 911 call records can all help identify the driver. This evidence is often deleted within 30 to 72 hours. Acting quickly is critical to preserving your case.
Hit-and-run cases require fast, local action. A Los Angeles attorney who knows the LAPD traffic division, local surveillance networks, and LA courts gives you the best chance of recovery.
We work directly with the LAPD and CHP to obtain collision reports, traffic camera footage, and witness statements before evidence disappears.
Cases filed across Stanley Mosk, Burbank, Torrance, and other courthouses. A local attorney knows the filing procedures, judges, and defense strategies.
Relationships with LA medical providers who treat you now and get paid from your settlement later. No out-of-pocket costs for the care you need.
We know where traffic cameras, red-light cameras, and business surveillance systems are located throughout Los Angeles to track down hit-and-run drivers.
California law entitles hit-and-run victims to recover the full range of damages. Whether the driver is identified or not, compensation is available through multiple sources.
UM/UIM policies, at-fault driver liability, and even punitive damages in DUI hit-and-run cases.
Medical Expenses — ER, surgery, rehab, prescriptions, specialists, and future treatment.
Lost Wages — missed work, reduced hours, and diminished earning capacity.
Pain & Suffering — physical pain, emotional distress, anxiety, and lost quality of life.
Property Damage — vehicle repair or replacement, rental car, personal belongings.
Attorney Etan Nozar does not wait for clients to come to him. We meet you at your home, hospital, or wherever is most convenient.
Whiplash & Neck Injuries — symptoms can take days to appear. Don't wait to see a doctor.
Concussions & TBI — headaches, confusion, and memory loss are red flags after a crash.
Broken Bones & Fractures — pedestrian and cyclist hit-and-run victims often suffer severe fractures.
Emotional Trauma & PTSD — the shock of being hit by a fleeing driver causes lasting psychological harm.
Call us. Tell us what happened. We review your case and explain your options.
We obtain traffic camera footage, police reports, and surveillance video to identify the driver and build your case.
We fight insurance companies for the highest possible settlement, whether through the at-fault driver's policy or your own UM/UIM coverage.
Fair settlement or trial verdict. You pay nothing unless we win.
Law Warriors Group represents hit-and-run victims across Los Angeles County. We handle every aspect of your case — from tracking down the driver who fled to fighting insurance companies that try to minimize your claim.
Attorney Etan Nozar, SBN 355654, a graduate of Southwestern Law School, provides direct, personal representation to every client. We prepare every case for trial and our results reflect that commitment.
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The timeline for filing depends on the specific circumstances of your case. Under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 335.1, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If your accident involved a government entity — such as a City of Los Angeles vehicle or a road maintained by Caltrans — the deadline is just six months under the California Government Claims Act. Call us to discuss the deadlines that apply to your case.
Call 911 immediately and report the hit and run to the LAPD or CHP. Try to remember the vehicle's make, model, color, and any part of the license plate number. Look for nearby security cameras or witnesses who may have seen the collision. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine, as many injuries take hours or days to present symptoms. Then call an attorney who can help preserve critical evidence including traffic camera footage, surveillance video, and police records.
Yes. If the driver who hit you is never identified, you can file a claim under your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. California law requires insurers to offer UM coverage, and most policies include it. Your UM policy can cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We review every applicable policy to maximize your recovery even when the at-fault driver remains unknown.
Law Warriors Group works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, nothing out of pocket, and no fee at all unless we successfully recover compensation for you. Your initial consultation is completely free with no obligation. This means anyone can afford quality legal representation regardless of their financial situation.
We serve hit-and-run victims across all of Los Angeles County, including Downtown LA, Hollywood, Glendale, Pasadena, Long Beach, Burbank, Santa Monica, Inglewood, Compton, Pomona, El Monte, Whittier, Downey, Torrance, Koreatown, East LA, Boyle Heights, Watts, Hawthorne, Gardena, West Covina, Alhambra, Monterey Park, and throughout the San Fernando Valley including Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Encino, and Woodland Hills. We come to you wherever you are.
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