What to do about a possible hit and run?
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What to do about a possible hit and run?
I received a call from my insurance company about a claim filed yesterday by another driver. She said that I had run into her parked car in a parking lot. I had did not know at that time that this had happened. The only incident I remember is having to brake very quickly to avoid running into a parked vehicle, which might have been the same vehicle I hit unknowingly. However there must have been a witness because the other driver had my license plate number and managed to obtain my insurance information after filing a police report. Should I be concerned that this will turn into a “hit and run” case? All I want to do is speak with the other driver and apologize but how will the police handle it? What should I be prepared for?
Asked on September 30, 2012 under Accident Law, Colorado
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You should be concerned about the call that you received from your insurance carrier about being in a possible hit and run. As such, you need to look at your vehicle to see if there is evidence of an accident upon it such as a dent and missing paint.
You should also cooperate with your insurance company's representative as well. I suggest you do not contact the other party an perhaps you should consult with a personal injury attorney that practices criminal law as well. You should be prepared for cooperating with your insurance carrier and law enforcement about the incident that you have written about.
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