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Newport Beach Hit and Run Accident Lawyer

Newport Beach hit and run lawyer

The Newport Beach hit-and-run lawyers of Bisnar Chase are passionate about securing justice for accident victims who do not know where to turn.

A hit-and-run accident is exactly what it sounds like. It is when a car, pedestrian, or cyclist is hit by a vehicle, with the offending party fleeing from the scene without stopping or waiting for the police to arrive.

If you have been injured in a hit-and-run incident, Bisnar Chase can help. We have been representing Newport Beach residents for more than 45 years, collecting hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients.

Our personal injury attorneys can help you navigate your hit-and-run ordeal. We can take the stress out of dealing with insurance companies and medical bills and help victims get the compensation they deserve. We do what we do because we believe in helping innocent people who have been wronged.

Call (949) 203-3814 now for specialist help from a Newport Beach hit and run attorney.

Newport Beach Hit and Run Lawyer

Types of Hit-and-Run Accidents in Newport Beach

The term ‘hit-and-run’ usually refers to an incident in which a driver hits something or someone with their vehicle, and then knowingly leaves the scene without leaving their information.

These incidents can be divided into misdemeanor hit-and-runs – which usually solely involve property damage – and felony hit-and-runs, which result in injury or death.

Types of hit-and-runs can include:

Newport Beach Car Accident Hit-and-Runs

A Newport Beach car accident hit-and-run lawyer might be required if there is a multi-car crash and one of the drivers refuses to stop. In some cases, the driver may stop briefly but leave before the police arrive. In others, a hit-and-run driver may flee without ever stopping.

Newport Beach is often hit by heavy traffic, especially when the weather is good and people head to the beach. PCH and the peninsula can easily become clogged, making car, truck, and motorcycle accidents more likely.

Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents in Newport Beach

Newport Beach is a tourist attraction in its own right. With top-notch sandy beaches, shops, and restaurants, it is a popular destination. Pedestrians often have a false sense of security when crossing through the busy peninsula to get to the beach, but many drivers fail to see and stop for the crossings – especially if they are unfamiliar with the area.

Cyclists are also a common sight in the area, both on PCH and further into Newport. Many people choose to cycle to and from the beach, as well as using bicycles as a mode of transport when they are drinking at a Newport bar.

When a pedestrian or a cyclist is hit by a driver who then leaves the scene of the accident, it is a hit-and-run. A victim should contact a specialist hit-and-run lawyer in Newport Beach for help.

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Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

  • There were 20149 hit-and-run deaths in 2016 – the highest annual number ever recorded
  • Hit-and-run fatalities have risen by more than 60% since 2009
  • There were more than 737,000 hit-and-run crashes across the U.S. in 2015
  • About 140,000 people are injured in hit-and-run accidents every year
  • A hit-and-run crash happens every 43 seconds in the U.S. on average
  • In July 2024, a woman was killed by a hit and run driver in Newport Beach

Why Do Hit and Run Accidents Happen?

In many Orange County hit-and-run cases, the driver might be doing something wrong when the crash occurs, such as speeding, driving without insurance, or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

In other instances, they might just be trying to avoid repercussions from the accident by fleeing the scene.

No matter the circumstances, leaving the scene of an accident is illegal in California and will only make any punishment worse.

What Victims Should do After a Hit-and-Run in Newport Beach

At the scene of a hit-and-run accident, you should:

  1. Try to take in as many details about the hit-and-run driver as possible.
  2. Call 911.
  3. Move away from your vehicle to a safe position.
  4. Make sure anyone who needs medical attention gets treatment, including yourself.
  5. Talk to police officers about the hit-and-run driver. Try to give them as much detail as possible, including:
    – The make, model, and color of the car
    – The license plate number, if possible
    – Any characteristics of the driver you could see, such as age, gender, hair length, and color
    – Anything unique or unusual about the vehicle, such as dents or bumper stickers
    – How the crash happened
    – The direction the car was headed in
  6. Take pictures at the scene – including the scene itself, any marks on the road, your vehicle, and anything else relevant.
  7. Talk to witnesses who saw the accident. Get signed statements from them, or take their contact details.
  8. Contact a Newport Beach hit-and-run lawyer.
A hit-and-run victim taking a picture of the damaged rear end of their car on their phone.

Hit-and-Run Accident Injuries

Hit-and-run accidents can result in severe injuries for victims. Whether the victim is a pedestrian or another driver, these crashes can lead to:

  • Broken bones and severe cuts and wounds
  • Internal injuries
  • Whiplash and back injuries
  • Catastrophic injuries – including spinal cord injuries and head trauma
  • Emotional distress and anxiety
  • Death

Who Pays in a Hit-and-Run Accident Case in Newport Beach?

If you have been injured by a fleeing driver, a Newport Beach hit-and-run lawyer can help you take action to secure the justice and compensation you deserve.

Hit-and-run cases can be divided into two categories.

If the Hit-and-Run Driver is Caught by the Police:

If the driver is caught, they could be the subject of a hit-and-run charge. It might also be possible to make a legal claim against them for compensation.

In some cases, the driver might have insurance that you can claim against. However, many hit-and-run cases involve drivers without insurance. This information will dictate the actions of your hit-and-run lawyer.

If the Driver is Not Caught:

If there is no driver to take legal action against, your other option is to seek compensation through your own insurance.

There are several different forms of insurance that you could have in California. A hit-and-run lawyer in Newport Beach will be able to assess your policy and help you with the negotiations with your own insurance firm to make sure you get the maximum amount possible.

Hit-and-run compensation can depend on:

  • The damage to your own car, bike, or other vehicles
  • The injuries you have sustained
  • Medical expenses and ongoing care
  • Lost wages
  • Pain and suffering

Bisnar Chase - The Right Hit-and-Run Accident Lawyers for You

Bisnar Chase has been representing clients in hit-and-run cases for more than 46 years. We have handled high-profile cases across Southern California, maintaining an outstanding 99% success rate and collecting more than $900 million for our clients.

We believe in building trusting attorney-client relationships and ensuring that our clients feel comfortable with every step of the legal process. In addition, we aim to make our services as accessible as possible to all people. We advance all case-related costs, offering a ‘No Win, No Fee’ guarantee

This means that you will not pay unless we win your case. If you have been injured in an accident, the Newport Beach hit-and-run lawyers of Bisnar Chase can provide expert help and sound legal advice.

Call (949) 203-3814 for immediate help, visit our Newport Beach law offices or click to contact us for a free case evaluation.

Newport Beach Hit and Run Attorney

Case Results

  • 1

    $117,500,000

    Consumer Class Action

  • 2

    $38,650,000

    Motor Vehicle Accident

  • 3

    $32,698,073

    Auto Defect – Seat Manufacturers, Johnson Controls

  • 4

    $30,000,000

    Motorcycle Accident

  • 5

    $24,744,764

    Defective Seatback

  • 6

    $16,444,904

    Bicycle Accident

Client Reviews

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Great people in this office, everyone was really helpful explaining everything. I was referred by my aunt for my car accident in October and the case went pretty fast. No problems and very professional. I was kept in the loop thru the whole process and was able to get a better settlement than my insurance company said I would. I can’t really compare them to other law firms because it was the first time I had to use an attorney, but my bad experience with the car accident was handled as well as I could have hoped.

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It was a pleasure working with such an amazing team. You will definitely feel welcomed and kept in the loop throughout the entire process. They do a great job making you feel like you are a part of their team which is how one should feel. The superb customer experience from finish to end. You can trust they will do all possible to promptly and efficiently handle your case.
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Bisnar Chase Review - Natalie

I’m so impressed with this law firm. I lost my mother because of a seat defect when she was rear-ended in an auto accident and Bisnar Chase stepped up and took our case. The staff is wonderful and Brian Chase took his time explaining everything via phone with me. I’m honored to have the best of the best working on our family’s behalf, trying to get justice for my Mom, because of a negligent car company still manufacturing faulty seats. I look forward to working with this firm and am hopeful for a positive outcome. Thank you so much, Brian Chase. I know you will work your hardest on this case. God Bless you.

Natalie C.
Bisnar Chase Google Review - Lena

I wasn’t sure if I needed a personal injury attorney because I’d never been in a car accident before. I assumed I’d just go straight through the other driver’s insurance but that quickly became a nightmare. I spent months fighting over the simplest of issues about my case, which was 100% the other driver’s fault. I hired Bisnar Chase to see if they could just take it over for me. I was really impressed with how much they communicated everything to me! I suddenly started getting calls from the insurance company, imagine that. My final settlement was 6 times what I asked for to begin with. Everyone I dealt with was really involved in what was best for me, not the insurance.

Lena Murillo

Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys, LLP

1301 Dove St. STE 120, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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