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New Jersey Hit-And-Run Accident Attorneys

If you or someone you love has been involved in a hit-and-run accident, it’s crucial to act swiftly and seek legal assistance. Contacting an experienced hit-and-run attorney in New Jersey can help safeguard your legal rights. Whether you were left unconscious or were conscious, but deeply shaken up, both physically and emotionally, our team at Flynn Law, is here to support you.

With over 20 years of experience, we are committed to helping you pursue justice and compensation. As a victim, you may be eligible for financial compensation covering injuries, both past and future medical costs, pain and suffering, vehicle repairs, lost wages, and other related damages. Reach out to our New Jersey hit-and-run accident attorneys today for a free consultation. Remember, we don’t charge any fees unless we win your case.

New Jersey Hit-And-Run Accident Laws

Hit-and-run accidents are typically described as when an at-fault driver flees from the scene of the accident, rather than staying to exchange information with the other parties involved in the accident. It is a criminal offense to leave the scene of an accident, and it is punishable by law.

Whether you were a pedestrian or in another vehicle injured in a hit-and-run accident, you have the right to file a claim and show the negligent driver that their actions are unacceptable. Our attorneys are adamant about pursuing justice through every avenue possible to identify the negligent driver and seeking full compensation through an uninsured or under-insured motorist claim.

In New Jersey, leaving the scene of an accident without providing contact information or assisting the injured is considered a serious offense, especially if the accident results in injury or death. Understanding the state’s hit-and-run laws is crucial for both victims and drivers.

Penalties for Hit-and-run: The consequences of fleeing an accident scene vary depending on the severity of the incident:

  • Property damage only: If the accident involves property damage, the offense is typically treated as a traffic infraction, which can result in fines ranging from $200 to $400, potential jail time of up to 30 days and a driver’s license suspension for up to six months for a first offense. Subsequent offenses may lead to higher fines, longer license suspensions and up to 90 days in jail.
  • Injury or death: If the accident results in injury or death, the penalties are significantly more severe. The driver may face fines between $2,500 and $5,000, a license suspension for one year (first offense), and potential imprisonment. For subsequent offenses, the license suspension can be permanent.

New Jersey law requires all drivers involved in an accident to stop at the scene, exchange information with other drivers, and offer assistance to anyone injured. This includes providing your name, address and vehicle registration number, as well as showing your driver’s license and insurance information to the other party or law enforcement officers.

Let Us Help You Start Your Recovery

After a hit and run accident, there is still hope for you to obtain compensation to help you move forward. For a free consultation, please contact our law firm toll-free at 888-774-2960 or fill out our online contact form. We offer free consultations at our Mount Laurel office and can also meet with you virtually, from your home.