Experienced Nashville hit-and-run accident lawyers fighting for victims abandoned at crash scenes. If you’ve been injured by a driver who fled, The Higgins Firm will help you pursue all available compensation options.
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The crash happened without warning. One moment you were driving normally, walking across the street, or riding your bicycle. The next, you were injured and in pain.
But the most shocking part? The driver who hit you just drove away, leaving you to deal with your injuries alone.
This wasn’t just an accident—it was a crime.
Hit-and-run accidents in Nashville add insult to injury. Not only are you physically hurt, but you’re also left wondering how you’ll pay for medical bills and vehicle repairs when the responsible driver can’t be found.
At The Higgins Firm, our Nashville hit-and-run accident attorneys understand the unique challenges these cases present. We have the experience, resources, and determination to help you pursue every available avenue for compensation—whether the driver is eventually identified or remains unknown.
Under Tennessee law, drivers involved in car accidents must stop, render aid if needed, and exchange information with other involved parties. Specifically, Tennessee Code § 55-10-101 requires drivers to:
Leaving the scene of an accident is not just negligent—it’s a criminal offense. Depending on whether the accident resulted in property damage, injury, or death, the hit-and-run driver may face:
These criminal penalties are separate from the civil liability the driver faces for your injuries and damages.
Drivers flee accident scenes for various reasons, including:
Whatever the reason, leaving the scene only compounds the driver’s legal problems while leaving victims in a difficult position.
Our Nashville hit-and-run accident attorneys represent victims in all types of hit-and-run cases:
Including rear-end collisions, side-impact crashes, head-on collisions, and sideswipes where the at-fault driver leaves the scene.
When drivers strike pedestrians in crosswalks, parking lots, or alongside roads and then flee, often leaving victims with catastrophic injuries.
Cyclists struck by vehicles are particularly vulnerable to serious injuries, and unfortunately, drivers often flee these accidents.
Motorcyclists have little protection in crashes, and hit-and-run accidents can leave them with devastating injuries and no immediate recourse.
Even when you’re not in your vehicle, a hit-and-run can leave you with significant property damage and no responsible party to hold accountable.
When the at-fault driver flees the scene, victims still have options for compensation:
If police locate the hit-and-run driver, we can pursue a claim against:
If the hit-and-run driver is never found, you may still have options:
Our Nashville hit-and-run attorneys will review all your insurance policies to identify every potential source of compensation.
If you’re involved in a hit-and-run accident, take these steps to protect your health and legal rights:
Our Nashville hit-and-run accident attorneys take a comprehensive approach to these challenging cases:
Throughout the process, we maintain open communication and provide regular updates on your case progress.
As a hit-and-run accident victim in Nashville, you may be entitled to compensation for the following types of damages:
If the hit-and-run driver is identified and found to have been particularly reckless, punitive damages may also be available.
Tennessee has a strict one-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under Tennessee Code § 28-3-104. This means you must file your lawsuit within one year of the accident date, or you may lose your right to compensation forever.
This is one of the shortest timeframes in the nation, making it crucial to contact an attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Additionally, evidence such as surveillance footage, witness memories, and physical evidence from the scene can disappear quickly.
Insurance claims also have notification deadlines, so don’t delay in reporting the accident to your insurer.
The Higgins Firm has deep roots in Nashville and throughout Tennessee. Our attorneys understand the local courts, law enforcement procedures, and insurance company tactics in Davidson County and surrounding areas.
We have established relationships with accident reconstruction experts, investigators, and medical professionals who can strengthen your case. Our experience with Nashville hit-and-run cases gives us insight into the most effective strategies for these unique claims.
A hit-and-run accident can leave you feeling victimized twice—first by the crash itself, then by the driver’s cowardly decision to flee. You don’t have to face this challenging situation alone.
The Higgins Firm’s Nashville hit-and-run accident attorneys will fight tirelessly to identify the responsible driver when possible and pursue all available compensation options when not.
We offer free consultations to discuss your case and explain your options. Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win compensation for you.
Call The Higgins Firm today or complete our online form to schedule your free case evaluation with our experienced Nashville hit-and-run accident lawyers.
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