Williford Law | Serious Legal Representation for Victims of Hit-and-Run Crashes
The Driver Fled. That Doesn’t Mean You’re Left Without Options.
A hit-and-run crash changes everything in an instant.
No name. No insurance. No apology. Just injuries, medical bills, and the feeling that someone got away with it.
At Williford Law, we help victims across Texas and throughout Texas who were hit by drivers who ran.
Whether the person was caught or remains unidentified, we work aggressively to recover compensation through uninsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM), third-party liability, and crime victim support systems.
You didn’t cause this. You shouldn’t be left paying for it. Let’s hold someone accountable.
What Counts as a Hit-and-Run in Texas?
A hit and run occurs when a driver causes an accident and fails to stop, provide identification, or offer assistance as required by law. These include:
- Fleeing the scene of a car crash
- Hitting a pedestrian or cyclist and driving off
- Causing a collision and disappearing before police arrive
- Damaging a parked car without leaving contact info
- Leaving the scene of a fatal crash
In Texas, leaving the scene of an injury crash is a felony.
But even when the criminal case is unclear, you still have civil rights.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Texas
- Call 911 immediately. Request medical attention and file a police report.
- Give as much detail as possible about the fleeing vehicle (make, model, direction, partial plate).
- Look for surveillance cameras or witnesses at the scene.
- Seek medical attention — even if symptoms seem minor.
- Notify your insurance company and mention uninsured motorist coverage.
- Call Williford Law — we handle investigation, paperwork, and claim strategy from day one.
How You Can Still Recover Compensation
Even if the driver is never found, Williford Law helps clients access:
| Source of Compensation | What It Covers |
| Uninsured Motorist (UM) | State benefits for qualifying victims of felony-level hit-and-run |
| Underinsured Motorist (UIM) | Additional recovery if the at-fault driver is found but underinsured |
| PIP / MedPay Coverage | Immediate funds for medical bills and lost wages |
| Crime Victim Compensation | State benefits for qualifying victims of felony-level hit and runs |
| Third-party claims | Bars, employers, or owners that negligently allowed the crash |
We work every angle. We identify every dollar. We don’t leave compensation on the table.
Common Types of Hit-and-Run Accidents We Handle
- Rear-end collisions where the driver disappears
- Intersection crashes where the other car flees
- Pedestrian or cyclist struck by a speeding or distracted driver
- Rideshare passengers injured by unknown motorists
- Highway sideswipes or lane merges where no info is exchanged
- Fatalities involving fleeing drivers, especially at night or in high-speed zones
- Parked vehicle damage with no note or report
We partner with crash investigators, surveillance analysts, and local law enforcement to build the strongest possible case, even without a named defendant.
Injuries Frequently Seen in Hit-and-Run Cases
- Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Spinal cord injuries and herniated discs
- Complex fractures and orthopedic trauma
- Crush injuries and internal bleeding
- Road rash, lacerations, and burn injuries
- PTSD, anxiety, and emotional trauma
- Wrongful death from high-impact or pedestrian crashes
Your pain is real, and we prove its value using top-tier experts and documentation.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Williford Law helps clients recover for:
- Emergency and long-term medical care
- Physical therapy, injections, surgery, or trauma counseling
- Lost wages and future earnings loss
- Pain and suffering
- Disability or disfigurement
- Funeral and burial costs (in wrongful death cases)
- Full wrongful death damages for eligible survivors
Every dollar we recover represents justice, not just reimbursement.
Why Clients Choose Williford Law for Hit-and-Run Representation
- Proven experience in UM/UIM, trauma, and wrongful death claims
- Familiar with Texas insurance code, crime victim reimbursement systems, and complex liability
- Track record of identifying all available policies — even in tough cases
- We build trial-ready cases — and never settle for less than full value
- No upfront cost — you pay nothing unless we recover compensation
You may not know who hit you, but you can still know justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I recover money if the driver was never found?
Yes. Your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage can pay for medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost wages even if the at-fault driver remains unknown.
Will my rates go up if I file a UM claim?
Not if the accident wasn’t your fault. Texas law generally prohibits raising rates for not-at-fault UM claims.
What if I were a pedestrian or cyclist?
You can still use UM/UIM coverage through your own auto policy or a household member’s, or pursue state crime victim funds.
How long do I have to file?
In Texas, most injury claims have a 2-year statute of limitations, but insurance policies often require faster notice, some as short as 30 days.
