No one wants to be involved in an accident. Luckily, statistics say that most car accidents are just minor inconveniences, like fender benders. However, even very minor accidents can prove incredibly stressful when the at-fault driver flees the scene. Leaving the scene of an accident where injuries occurred is a felony in the state of Colorado.
Recent hit-and-run accident
Recently in Colorado Springs, a motorcyclist was badly injured after he was allegedly hit by a driver who fled the scene. The accident happened during the morning hours near the intersection of Zebulon Drive and Chelton Road. According to reports, the motorcycle was headed west on Chelton Road when a vehicle headed the opposite direction attempted to make a left turn and hit the motorcycle.
The motorcyclist was taken to a local hospital. Apparently, the driver of the vehicle fled the scene of the accident. Police said they located the vehicle a short time later but are still searching for the driver. That individual is reportedly facing serious charges in the hit-and-run crash.
Help is available for victims
When anyone in Colorado suffers injuries due to the negligent acts of another party, options for legal recourse are available. Victims, like the motorcyclist who was injured in this hit-and-run accident, can speak with an experienced litigator and seek damages through a lawsuit. If successful, accident victims could be awarded rightful and much-needed compensation to help with lost wages, medical expenses and other losses that may have occurred due to a tragic accident.
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