Car Accidents Lawyers - West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County and Jupiter
What to Do in a Hit and Run Situation?
Florida laws for hit and run accidents are deemed as serious crimes with substantial penalties. If you are involved in a hit and run accident, it is in your best interest to hire good legal representation. Even if you made a serious mistake, an experienced West Palm Beach car accident lawyer, Michael J. Overbeck will ensure your protection and make sure you are treated fairly by the Florida legal system.
Following an accident involving personal injury or property damage, you have a legal responsibility to stop and exchange information. Known under Florida law as ‘Duty to Give Information and Render Aid’, you must provide your name, address, registration, and license information. Even if the other vehicle is unattended, you must leave your information where the owner can find it. If the other person has injuries resulting from the accident, you must give reasonable aid and call for emergency help.
Leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal charge under Florida law. If you fail to stop and exchange information after an accident involving only property damage, you could face 2nd degree misdemeanor charges punishable by up to 60 days in jail and fines up to $500. Leaving an accident involving injury is dealt with much more severely and you could face 3rd degree felony charges that carry a potential sentence of up to 15 years and $10,000 in fines. You will also be required to pay restitution to the other driver and your driver’s license will be revoked.
Sometimes people make bad decisions in stressful and frightening situations. If you have been involved in a hit and run accident, you need the skilled legal representation of a West Palm Beach personal injury attorney, Michael J. Overbeck who will listen to your story and see to it that your interests are protected.
Palm Beach County and West Palm Beach personal injury Lawyer Michael J. Overbeck offers a no cost, no obligation for a case evaluation. He serves clients throughout South Florida. Call at 866-720- 6679 to arrange an appointment to learn how our significant experience in helping clients with personal injury claims can benefit you.
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