Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run accident on N. California Street and E. Milner Avenue in Stockton, California

At around 7:53 a.m. a pedestrian was hit on N. California Street and E. Milner Avenue and injured. The vehicle drove away without stopping to offer assistance. The pedestrian's injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening. The vehicle was described as a green or grey Honda.

How can a lawyer help with an accident claim?

First, having a lawyer on your side levels the playing field. The person who caused the accident is required to immediately turn the case over to his or her insurance company. The insurance company uses adjusters and lawyers who are specifically trained to deny or reduce your claim. This may include denying compensation to family members who are entitled to receive benefits for loss of companionship. Learn more here about what a lawyer does in accident cases.