A car just hit mine. The driver didn’t stop. What should I do after a Boca Raton hit-and-run accident?

A:

It is against the law for a driver to leave the scene of an accident in Florida. If you are a victim of a Boca Raton hit-and-run car crash, you will want to do the following:

• Stay with your car. While it may be tempting to chase after the other driver, this is not a good idea. You may further damage your car, exacerbate your injuries, and put your safety at risk. Instead, try to remember as many details as possible about the other driver’s car. Move to the side of the road, and call the police.

• Take pictures. If you have a camera, take pictures of the damage to your car, your injuries and the accident scene. These will help support your claim to the insurance company.

• File an accident report. When the police come to the scene, they will fill out the information needed for an accident report. Ask how you can get a copy.

• See a doctor. It is always a good idea to see a doctor after a Boca Raton car wreck. The doctor will check for immediate injuries and give you a list of symptoms to watch for.

• Notify your insurance company. Give the insurance agent all the information you have about the other driver.

Learn more about what to do after a Boca Raton car wreck. Request a free copy of Boca Raton car accident lawyer David Glatthorn’s book, The Florida Accident Workbook: Tools, Tips & Tactics to Resolve Your Injury Claim, or call 866-413-5525.