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Hit And Run Accidents In Los Angeles Your Options For Compensation

By California Personal Injury Attorneys · May 21, 2026

A comprehensive guide to navigating hit and run accidents in Los Angeles, including your legal rights, insurance options, and steps to maximize compensation when the at-fault driver flees.

If you are injured in a hit and run accident in Los Angeles, you may recover compensation through uninsured motorist coverage, the California Victim Compensation Program, or by identifying and pursuing the fleeing driver. California law requires hit and run drivers to be reported, and you have two years from the injury date to file a personal injury claim under CCP §335.1. A hit and run accident leaves victims with more than physical injuries—it creates a cascade of legal, financial, and emotional challenges. When a driver flees the scene without stopping to exchange information or render…