Practice Area
Hit & Run Accident Attorney
in Glendale, CA
The driver is gone — but your injuries and losses are real. AM Legal pursues every available avenue to get you the compensation you deserve, even when the driver cannot be identified.
Every Avenue for Compensation Even When the Driver Fled
Hit-and-run accidents in Glendale and across Los Angeles leave victims feeling helpless. AM Legal pursues every available avenue to get you the compensation you deserve.
Hit-and-run cases require immediate investigation to identify the responsible driver before evidence disappears. We work with accident reconstruction experts, canvas for surveillance footage, and coordinate with law enforcement to build the strongest possible case. When the driver cannot be identified, we pursue your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage and any other available insurance.
What to Do
Steps to take after a hit-and-run in Glendale
Call 911 Immediately
Report the hit-and-run to police immediately. A police report is essential for your insurance claim and for the investigation to identify the responsible driver.
Document Everything You Remember
Write down everything you can remember about the vehicle that hit you: make, model, color, partial license plate, direction of travel. Do this immediately while your memory is fresh.
Look for Witnesses and Cameras
Ask bystanders if they saw what happened. Note any businesses, traffic cameras, or doorbell cameras in the area that may have captured the incident.
Contact AM Legal Before Filing Your Insurance Claim
Hit-and-run claims involve your own uninsured motorist coverage. Insurance companies look for reasons to deny UM claims. We handle all communication and fight for your full recovery.
Common Questions
Hit-and-run questions, answered directly.
Can I recover compensation if the hit-and-run driver is never found?
Yes. California requires drivers to carry uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. If the hit-and-run driver cannot be identified, we pursue your own UM policy for compensation. We also investigate every possible avenue to identify the responsible driver.
What is uninsured motorist coverage and how does it apply to hit-and-run accidents?
Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage is required in California and covers you when you are injured by a driver who either has no insurance or cannot be identified (as in a hit-and-run). We pursue your UM coverage aggressively to maximize your recovery.
How long do I have to report a hit-and-run accident in California?
You should report the accident to police immediately and to your own insurance company within the timeframe specified in your policy (usually 30 days). Contact AM Legal as soon as possible. Evidence can disappear quickly in hit-and-run cases.
What if I only have the partial license plate of the vehicle that hit me?
Even a partial plate, combined with a vehicle description, can be enough to identify the responsible driver. We work with law enforcement and private investigators to run down every lead.
Does filing a hit-and-run claim with my own insurance raise my rates?
In California, filing a UM claim for a hit-and-run accident generally cannot be used by your insurer to raise your rates, as you were not at fault. We advise you on how to protect your coverage throughout the claims process.
The Attorneys
Personal Injury Attorney
Teni Amadian
A member of the Glendale Armenian community and a graduate of Southwestern Law School. She handles every case personally in English and Armenian.
Personal Injury Attorney
Alex Mardirossian
Brings aggressive litigation skills and the backing of McCune Law Group to every case. He handles all cases alongside Teni and speaks English and Romanian.
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