Hit and Run Accident Lawyer in Camarillo, CA

Curt Brown, Esq. — Founding Partner

Local Camarillo Injury Attorney · UCLA Law

Curt Brown is a founding partner at L&F Brown. He grew up in Thousand Oaks and has spent his career representing injured residents across the 101 corridor and Ventura County. He attended Thousand Oaks High School and graduated from UCLA Law School.

Few situations feel more helpless than being injured in a hit and run accident. The driver who hurt you has fled, you are dealing with injuries and damaged property, and you may wonder if you have any legal recourse. The good news is that you likely have more options than you think. Our Camarillo personal injury attorneys regularly help hit and run victims find a path to compensation.

California Hit and Run Laws

Leaving the scene of an accident in California is a criminal offense. If a driver hits you and drives away, they are violating California Vehicle Code Section 20001 (for injury accidents) or 20002 (for property damage only). Law enforcement takes these cases seriously. The Camarillo Police Department and CHP work to identify and apprehend fleeing drivers.

However, some hit and run drivers are never found. Even in those cases, our attorneys can help you access compensation through other channels.

Recovering Compensation When the Driver Is Unknown

If the at-fault driver is never identified, you may still have options:

• Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage: Your own auto insurance policy likely includes uninsured motorist coverage, which applies when you are hit by an unknown driver. This can cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
• MedPay coverage: Medical payments coverage on your own policy can pay your medical bills regardless of who was at fault.
• Health insurance: Your health insurance can cover medical treatment while your legal claim is pending.
• California Victim Compensation Board: If the hit and run involved a crime, you may be eligible for state victim compensation funds.

What If the Driver Is Later Identified?

Law enforcement investigations sometimes identify hit and run drivers days, weeks, or even months after the accident. Security cameras near the accident site, traffic cameras on US-101, and witness reports can all lead to identifying the driver. If the driver is found, you can pursue a standard personal injury claim against them and their insurance company.

Attorney Curt Brown can work alongside law enforcement investigations and conduct our own investigation to help identify the responsible party. We request traffic camera footage, canvass for witnesses, and review all available evidence.

What to Do After a Hit and Run in Camarillo

• Call 911 and report the accident to the Camarillo Police Department or CHP immediately
• Note every detail you can about the fleeing vehicle: make, model, color, partial license plate, direction of travel
• Look for witnesses and get their contact information
• Photograph all damage, your injuries, and the surrounding area including any cameras
• Seek medical care at St. John's Pleasant Valley Hospital or your nearest urgent care
• Report the accident to your own insurance company as soon as possible
• Contact our office before giving any recorded statements

Damages Available in Hit and Run Cases

Whether through uninsured motorist coverage or a direct claim against the identified driver, you may recover:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Emotional distress

Our team also serves hit and run victims across neighboring communities. Learn more at our Woodland Hills accident lawyer page.

We Help Hit and Run Victims Find a Path Forward

Do not assume you cannot recover because the driver fled. Contact LF Brown Law for a free consultation. We will review your insurance coverage, investigate the accident, and pursue every available source of compensation on your behalf.