Some locations in Mankato are more prone to hit and run car accidents than others, such as the intersection of Victory Drive and Madison Avenue or the intersection of Highway 22 and Highway 60. When a vehicle accident occurs, state law requires the drivers to stop, exchange insurance and contact information, and render aid to anyone in need of medical assistance.
Unfortunately, drivers do not always follow the law and may leave the scene of an accident. An experienced car accident attorney can provide information about the claims process in a hit-and-run accident.
Minnesota requires all vehicle owners to purchase personal injury protection (PIP) coverage to access if they are injured in a motor vehicle accident. This coverage pays basic economic losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, and replacement services. The coverage is available, regardless of fault, even when the Mankato accident is a hit-and-run and there is no information available for the other involved vehicle.
However, the state only requires drivers to obtain a minimum PIP coverage limit of $40,000, with $20,000 of that limit available for medical expenses and the remainder for wage loss and replacement services. Serious injuries commonly produce economic losses that far exceed these limits.
Fortunately, Minnesota law also requires vehicle owners to carry a minimum of $25,000 in uninsured motorist coverage. This policy can provide insurance coverage to an injured party if an uninsured caused their injuries. Uninsured motorist coverage can also provide coverage if someone is injured in a hit-and-run car accident with an unidentified driver.
Those who are injured in hit-and-run car wrecks in Mankato still have the right to be compensated for their losses. A practicing lawyer can examine the details of the claim, including whether the hit-and-run driver was identified and the type of insurance coverage available to the injured party. They may also engage in settlement negotiations or even file a legal complaint (commonly referred to as a lawsuit) in court.
While having the other driver in an accident flee the scene can make the claims process harder, the legal team from Maschka, Riedy, Ries & Frentz Law Firm is ready to help the victims of this type of accident get the compensation they need. We strive to bring order when your life is in chaos and are not afraid to fight for the compensation you need.
If you were injured in a Mankato hit-and-run car accident, contact us for a free case evaluation today. We would be happy to set up a meeting at your convenience.
