You’ve been involved in a hit-and-run accident. So what should you do?

Unfortunately, hit-and-run car accidents are all too common. Last week, a Minneapolis man was left in the middle of a downtown street with serious injuries after witnesses say a car appeared to deliberately hit him then speed away, the Star Tribune reported.

In the confusion following a hit-and-run crash, it’s easy to allow anger or confusion cloud your judgment. But having a plan can help. Here are five first steps to consider if you’re the victim of a hit-and-run:

While no one ever plans on being a victim, being prepared for the worst can help minimize the harm done and maximize the odds that you will be compensated for your damages and injuries.

Related Resources:

  • Injured in an accident? Get your claim reviewed by an attorney for free. (Consumer Injury)
  • Police: Pedestrian Critically Injured In Uptown Hit-&-Run (Minneapolis/St. Paul’s WCCO-TV)
  • 5 Things You Shouldn’t Do After a Car Accident (FindLaw’s Injured)
  • Venice Beach Hit-and-Run Leads to Murder Charge (FindLaw’s Blotter)
  • Chris Brown’s Hit-and-Run Charge May Violate Probation (FindLaw’s Celebrity Justice)

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