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Hit and Run Accident Lawyer in Fort Lauderdale

Millions Recovered for Injured Clients.

A driver fled the scene but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. Inserra Law Firm moves fast to investigate, activate all available insurance coverages, and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.

Why Choose Inserra Law Firm for Your Hit-and-Run Case?

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Hit-and-run claims require speed, strategy, and technical proof. We combine rapid evidence preservation with insurance know-how to unlock recovery even when the at-fault driver is unknown.

  • Rapid camera canvass and evidence preservation
  • Deep experience with UM/UIM, PIP, MedPay and layered coverage strategies
  • Trial-ready negotiations to overcome “no-impact/minor-impact” defenses
  • Clear communication 24/7 · You pay nothing unless we win
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Do You Need a Hit-and-Run Lawyer in Florida?

Insurers often dispute causation, delay, or minimize injuries especially without the other driver’s info. We:

Launch an immediate video/camera canvass (businesses, homes, intersections, buses)
Pull 911 audio, crash data, and canvass for witnesses/plates
Coordinate medical documentation to support full valuation
Map all coverages: PIP (14-day rule), UM/UIM, MedPay, health insurance, and property-damage paths

Understanding Hit-and-Run Accidents in Fort Lauderdale

Common Scenarios We Handle

  • Rear-end and sideswipe collisions where the other driver flees
  • Pedestrian and bicycle impacts with no identifying info
  • Nighttime parking-lot/garage crashes and driveway incidents
  • Multi-vehicle chaos where the at-fault car escapes

Why Drivers Flee (and Why It Matters)

Unlicensed/uninsured status, DUI, warrants, or panic. These factors rarely help the victim unless we build a strong claim through independent evidence and insurance layers.

Who Can Be Liable (or Pay)

  • The at-fault driver (if identified later) and their insurer
  • Your UM/UIM carrier (stands in for the unidentified driver)
  • Other at-fault parties (roadway hazards, commercial vehicles, negligent owners) in certain cases

Florida Law: Your Rights After a Hit-and-Run

PIP & the 14-Day Rule

Florida PIP can cover initial medical expenses and some lost wages if you seek treatment within 14 days of the crash. Early care protects your health and your claim.

UM/UIM & MedPay

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) is crucial in hit-and-runs. It can compensate for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering when the at-fault driver isn’t found or is uninsured. MedPay may add medical benefits regardless of fault.

Comparative Negligence (51% Rule)

You can recover damages if you are less than 51% at fault; any percentage of fault reduces compensation proportionally.

What Is My Hit-and-Run Case Worth?

Damages You Can Recover

Economic: ER, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, assistive devices, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, transportation, and future care
Non-Economic: pain and suffering, emotional distress, PTSD, loss of enjoyment of life
Property damage: vehicle repair/replacement and damaged items

Value drivers: injury severity and permanence, early medical documentation, objective evidence of the impact, and availability of UM/UIM and other policies.

Evidence That Moves the Needle (Hit-and-Run Specific)

  • CCTV/dashcams/doorbells (Ring, Nest), bus/municipal cameras, ALPR where available
  • 911 audio and reports; scene photos, skid marks, paint transfer and debris
  • EDR/telematics from your vehicle, GPS and app data
  • Witnesses and nearby businesses with video-retention policies
  • Early and consistent medical records (onset close to the event)

Common Injuries in Hit-and-Run Crashes

  • Whiplash, neck/back injuries, herniated discs
  • Fractures and joint injuries (shoulder/knee/hip)
  • Concussion/TBI, dizziness, vestibular disorders
  • Lacerations/scarring and dental/maxillofacial damage
  • Anxiety, depression, and PTSD from the driver fleeing

What is the legal process?

Our Step-by-Step Legal Process

Free Consultation: crash timeline, coverages, and a 72-hour action plan
Investigation: spoliation letters, camera/witness canvass, obtain 911/audio
Medical & Experts: coordinated care, functional valuation, and when appropriate reconstruction/biomechanics
Negotiation: demands backed by objective evidence and future-care projections
Litigation if Needed: trial when the offer is unfair or the UM/UIM carrier acts in bad faith

How Insurers Undervalue Hit-and-Run Claims (and How We Respond)

  • “Low property damage = low injury” → objective studies, clinical course, expert opinions
  • “Delay in treatment” → explain injury physiology and comply with the 14-day rule
  • “No identifiable tortfeasor” → activate UM/UIM, use telematics, video, and witnesses to prove causation and damages
  • Early offers without future medicals → life-care plan and reduced earning-capacity analysis

A Guide for a Hit and Run Case

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run in Fort Lauderdale

  1. Call 911 and report the crash immediately
  2. Seek medical care within 14 days (PIP) and follow the plan
  3. Take photos/video of the damage, scene, and any paint/debris
  4. Ask nearby homes/businesses to preserve camera footage (move fast!)
  5. Do not give recorded statements to insurers without a lawyer
  6. Keep bills, prescriptions, work restrictions, and a symptom journal

Explore related resources: Car Accidents, Bicycle & Pedestrian Accidents, and Uninsured Motorist (UM/UIM) on our Blog/Resources.

Results and Success Stories

Proven Results for Our Clients

$525,000 – major injury with surgery (example of advanced valuation)
$245,000 – liability initially denied (favorable settlement)
$100,000 – policy limits despite disputed fault
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How Inserra Law Firm Can Help You

Rapid, technical investigation (cameras, 911, telematics, witnesses)
Strategic activation of UM/UIM, PIP, and MedPay
Maximizing compensation for therapy, surgeries, lost wages, and lasting effects
Close, compassionate representation
No upfront costs we only get paid if we win

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