Hit and Run Accidents Lawyer in Savannah, Georgia
The driver fled. Your uninsured motorist coverage may still pay — we know how to pursue it.
A driver who causes a crash and flees the scene leaves victims with medical bills, a damaged vehicle, and no clear path to compensation — at least not without help. Hit and run crashes happen throughout Savannah, from downtown fender-benders to more serious collisions on Ogeechee Road and President Street, and identifying the responsible driver isn't always possible.
Fortunately, Georgia law doesn't leave hit-and-run victims without options. If you carry uninsured motorist (UM) coverage — and Georgia requires insurers to offer it — that coverage can step in when the at-fault driver can't be identified or has no insurance of their own. We help gather the evidence needed to support a UM claim and pursue the driver directly if they're later identified.
Common Causes of Hit and Run Accidents in Savannah
- Drivers fleeing to avoid a DUI charge
- Drivers without valid insurance fleeing to avoid liability
- Panic or fear of legal consequences
- Fleeing after striking a parked vehicle or pedestrian
- Drivers with outstanding warrants avoiding police contact
- Nighttime collisions where the driver believes they won't be identified
Common Injuries We See
- Whiplash and soft tissue injuries
- Fractures and broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal injuries
- Lacerations from broken glass or debris
- Injuries to pedestrians and cyclists struck and left behind
Local Context: What Makes Savannah Cases Different
Traffic cameras near downtown intersections, business surveillance footage along Bay Street and Broughton Street, and witness dash-cam video have all helped identify hit-and-run drivers in cases we've handled. Acting quickly to preserve this kind of footage — which is often overwritten within days — can make the difference in identifying the at-fault driver.
Georgia's two-year statute of limitations under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33 applies to hit-and-run injury claims. Uninsured motorist claims through your own policy also have contractual notice requirements, so prompt reporting to your insurer is important alongside the police report.
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
- Medical expenses through uninsured motorist coverage
- Lost wages during recovery
- Pain and suffering
- Vehicle repair or replacement, often through collision coverage
- Compensation from the at-fault driver directly if later identified
- Wrongful death damages if the hit-and-run was fatal
Insurance companies often move quickly to protect themselves after an accident. Evidence can disappear, memories fade, and legal deadlines apply. The sooner you speak with our office, the more we can do to protect your claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. for Your Hit and Run Accidents Case in Savannah
We've represented injured Georgians for decades, and our Savannah office focuses on the specific roads, courts, and hazards that make Chatham County cases unique. We handle the insurance company, the paperwork, and the legal deadlines — you focus on recovering. There's no fee unless we win your case.