Alabama Hit and Run Lawyers
Hit and Run Lawyers Fighting for Injured Victims in Alabama
A hit and run accident is frightening, confusing, and infuriating. When a driver flees the scene after causing injuries, victims are often left facing medical bills, lost income, and uncertainty about how to recover compensation. If you were injured in a hit and run crash anywhere in Alabama, Bodewell’s hit and run lawyers act quickly to protect your rights and pursue every available source of recovery.
Even if the at-fault driver is never identified, you may still have options. We help injured victims explore uninsured motorist claims, third-party liability, and other legal pathways under Alabama law.
Alabama Hit and Run Accident Lawyers You Can Trust
Our Alabama hit and run accident lawyers represent drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists injured by fleeing drivers. These cases require immediate investigation and a strategic approach—because evidence disappears quickly and insurers often deny claims.
What Is a Hit and Run Accident in Alabama?
A hit and run accident occurs when a driver causes a crash and leaves the scene without stopping to provide information or render aid. Alabama law requires drivers involved in accidents to stop, exchange information, and assist injured persons. Fleeing the scene is a criminal offense and can also create civil liability.
Common Alabama Hit and Run Scenarios
- Rear-end collisions where the at-fault driver speeds away
- Pedestrian or bicycle strikes with no identifying vehicle information
- Side-swipe or intersection crashes late at night
- Drunk or impaired drivers fleeing to avoid arrest
- Parking-lot or roadway crashes involving uninsured drivers
How We Investigate Hit and Run Accidents
| Investigation Step | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Police report & crash reconstruction | Establishes timeline, fault indicators, and witness leads |
| Surveillance & traffic cameras | May identify vehicle, license plate, or direction of travel |
| Witness statements | Corroborates events and vehicle description |
| Vehicle damage analysis | Links suspect vehicles to the crash |
| Insurance coverage review | Identifies uninsured/underinsured motorist benefits |
Can I Recover Compensation If the Driver Is Never Found?
Yes—many hit and run victims can still recover compensation. Alabama law allows injured drivers to pursue claims through their own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, which is often the primary source of recovery when the at-fault driver cannot be identified.
Compensation Available After an Alabama Hit and Run
- Emergency medical treatment and hospitalization
- Future medical care and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Property damage
- Wrongful death damages for surviving families
Alabama Hit and Run Laws & Deadlines
Alabama follows contributory negligence, meaning insurers may attempt to deny claims by alleging even minimal fault. This makes early legal involvement critical.
Many claims must be filed within two years; some notices are shorter—call to confirm your exact deadline. Municipal or government-related accidents may require notice in as little as six months.
What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident
- Call 911 immediately and request police assistance
- Seek medical treatment—even if injuries seem minor
- Document the scene, damage, and any vehicle details you remember
- Identify and speak with witnesses
- Avoid recorded statements to insurance companies
- Contact an Alabama hit and run lawyer right away
Why Choose Bodewell for a Hit and Run Case?
- Rapid-response investigations to preserve evidence
- Experience handling uninsured motorist claims
- Aggressive negotiation with insurance companies
- No fees unless we recover compensation for you
Meet the team that may handle your case: Meet Our Team or contact Bodewell for a free, confidential consultation.
General information only; not legal advice. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.