Hit & Run Accidents

Hit & Run Accident Attorney in Braintree

Serving Hit-and-Run Victims in Braintree & Norfolk County Since 1985

When a driver flees the scene after a collision, victims are left with real injuries, vehicle damage, and no clear path to compensation. Under Massachusetts law (M.G.L. Ch. 90 §24), every driver involved in an accident must stop, identify themselves, and render reasonable assistance to anyone hurt. Leaving without doing so is a crime. But criminal penalties against the fleeing driver don’t pay your medical bills. That’s where we come in.

At Kenney & Conley, we’ve handled tens of thousands of personal injury cases from our Braintree office since 1985, recovering over ten million dollars for clients throughout Norfolk County and the surrounding area. Hit-and-run cases are among the most challenging we handle, and we approach each one with the same trial-ready preparation we bring to every serious matter.

If you were hurt in a hit-and-run accident in Braintree, call us at (781) 488-1190 for a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, so there are no upfront costs.

How Massachusetts Insurance Law Protects Hit-and-Run Victims

When the at-fault driver is unknown, your own auto insurance policy becomes your primary recovery tool. Massachusetts requires all auto policies to include “Bodily Injury Caused by Uninsured Auto” coverage under M.G.L. Ch. 175 §113L. This uninsured motorist (UM) coverage applies to hit-and-run collisions, treating the unknown driver as an uninsured motorist.

Massachusetts no-fault insurance also provides personal injury protection (PIP), which generally pays up to $8,000 for medical expenses and up to 75% of lost wages regardless of who caused the accident. PIP is your first source of medical and wage coverage while the investigation proceeds.

Beyond PIP, the paths to full compensation depend on your specific policy and case facts:

Uninsured Motorist Coverage
If the hit-and-run driver is never identified, your UM policy can cover bodily injury damages that exceed PIP limits. When the insurer and claimant disagree on the amount, these claims may proceed to arbitration.

Third-Party Liability
If the driver is later identified, a direct liability claim or lawsuit against that driver’s insurer may become available. Massachusetts modified comparative negligence (M.G.L. Ch. 231 §85) applies here: a claimant found more than 50% at fault can’t recover through a third-party claim.

Collision Coverage
Vehicle repair costs when the driver is unknown are typically addressed through the collision coverage on your own policy, subject to your deductible.

Navigating multiple coverage layers while your own insurer acts as an adversary is exactly why hit-and-run cases benefit from experienced legal representation.

Why Braintree Hit-and-Run Victims Choose Kenney & Conley

We’ve served clients in Braintree and throughout Norfolk County for more than 30 years. That history matters in hit-and-run cases because the recovery process often turns adversarial fast. When your own insurer disputes the value of your claim, you need an attorney prepared to take that dispute to trial, not just negotiate. We build every case with litigation in mind from the start.

Our practice focuses on serious, high-impact injuries, and we commit the time and strategy each case demands. We’re available 24/7 by phone and offer virtual consultations so you can reach us on your schedule. We also speak Spanish, making our representation accessible to Spanish-speaking clients across the Braintree area. Consultations are free, and we handle every case on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Start with a Free Consultation

Hit-and-run cases move on a deadline. The Massachusetts personal injury statute of limitations is generally three years from the accident date, and evidence like surveillance footage disappears quickly. Don’t wait to get your options in front of an attorney.

Contact Kenney & Conley today by phone or through our online form to schedule a free consultation. We’re available in person or virtually, with no fee unless we recover for you. Call us now at (781) 488-1190.

What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Braintree

The steps you take in the minutes and hours after a hit-and-run collision directly affect your ability to recover compensation. Acting quickly and carefully helps preserve the evidence your claim will depend on.

Critical steps to take immediately:

Call 911. A police response generates an official crash report, which is generally required documentation for insurance claims and any legal action.
Seek medical attention right away. Serious injuries including concussions and internal trauma may not produce immediate symptoms. A prompt evaluation creates a record connecting your injuries to the accident.
Document the scene. Photograph vehicle damage, your injuries, skid marks, debris, and the surrounding area before anything is moved.
Record everything you remember about the vehicle. Color, make, model, direction of travel, and any partial plate characters are all useful to investigators.
Collect witness information. Names and contact details from anyone who saw the collision can support your account.
Look for surveillance footage. Nearby businesses, traffic cameras, and dashcams may have captured the fleeing vehicle. This footage can disappear within days.
File a crash report. Under M.G.L. Ch. 90 §26, a Massachusetts crash report must generally be filed with local police and the RMV within five days if the accident caused injury, death, or more than $1,000 in property damage.
Contact an attorney before giving statements. Recorded statements to any insurer, including your own, can be used to limit your recovery. Speak with an attorney first.

Massachusetts Hit-and-Run Law: What Victims Should Know

Massachusetts law treats leaving the scene of an accident as a serious criminal offense. Under M.G.L. Ch. 90 §24, a driver involved in any collision must stop, provide their name, address, and vehicle registration to the other parties, and render reasonable assistance to anyone injured. Failure to comply can result in fines, license suspension, and possible jail time.

Criminal proceedings against the hit-and-run driver are entirely separate from your right to pursue civil compensation. Even if the driver is never identified or criminally charged, you may still be able to pursue damages through your own insurance coverage. If the driver is eventually found, the act of fleeing the scene can itself serve as evidence of negligence in a civil claim. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Massachusetts is generally three years from the accident date under M.G.L. Ch. 260 §2A; wrongful death claims may carry a separate deadline.

Injuries & Damages in a Hit-and-Run Claim

Hit-and-run collisions often cause serious physical harm, particularly for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists who lack the structural protection of a vehicle. Common injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, internal organ injuries, lacerations, and soft tissue injuries. The full extent of these injuries, especially long-term disability and future medical needs, must be carefully documented to pursue fair compensation.

Recoverable damages in a Massachusetts hit-and-run claim may include:

Medical expenses, both past treatment costs and reasonably anticipated future care
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity when injuries affect your ability to work
Vehicle repair or replacement costs through collision coverage
Pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life, which may be available through a third-party liability claim or lawsuit once Massachusetts tort thresholds are met
Wrongful death damages when a hit-and-run accident causes a fatality, including funeral costs and loss of consortium

Every claim is different, and the damages available depend on the specific facts, applicable policy limits, and whether the at-fault driver is identified. We can evaluate your full range of options and work to recover the maximum compensation available under your circumstances.

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