Fatal Hit and Run Driver Will Be Caught, Owe Big Attorney Says
Miami, Florida (PRWEB) August 05, 2013 -- A man was killed and his wife seriously injured when their vehicle was struck by a speeding SUV in a hit-and-run last week as reported in WSVN (7.23.13). While police are still searching for the driver responsible, Miami car accident lawyer Michael Steinger says it's only a matter of time until the person is caught – and that they've made their own situation much worse by fleeing.
Witnesses say the silver SUV that caused the accident was speeding so much that other cars had to swerve out of its way. The SUV hit the victims' car at an intersection, apparently impacting the driver's side according to WSVN (7.23.13).
The WSVN article also reported that the man driving the car died immediately. A witness said his injured wife tried to shake him awake as the SUV sped away. One witness tried to follow the vehicle but couldn't keep up, estimating its speed as, “120 mph in a 40 zone.”
“This is why civil law exists,” said Steinger, co-founder of the Steinger, Iscoe and Greene law firm and an advocate for victims of reckless drivers. “Criminal charges alone don't restore anything to the victim. What the wife and family are facing right now is unimaginable.”
Steinger says hit-and-run drivers rarely get away for long.
“Police are combing the area and have already spotted one silver SUV with front end damage,” he said. “If that's not the one they'll find more. What could have been explained as an accident by the SUV driver has now become a blatant crime.”
Police say that anyone with information on the driver can anonymously call 305-471-TIPS, and may be eligible for a reward.
“In the days ahead, I hope the family speaks with a lawyer,” Steinger said. “There is no reason they should have to pay for medical expenses, damages, or final costs out of their own pocket. The guilty party should pay.”
About Michael Steinger:
Michael S. Steinger is a Miami car accident lawyer and a founding partner of Steinger, Iscoe and Greene. Mr. Steinger has a demonstrated track record of success for clients and maintains a strict promise only to work on behalf of victims and never big business.
About Steinger, Iscoe & Greene:
Steinger, Iscoe & Greene is a proven legal team whose number one goal is to get South Florida injury victims every dollar they truly deserve. Since 1997, the firm’s lawyers have successfully handled cases that have included: auto accidents, bicycle accidents, birth injuries and medical malpractice. The entire legal team is committed to representing and fighting for injury victims’ best interests, giving each client insight into Florida law and their rights.
Steinger, Iscoe & Greene is a legal team with more than 30 lawyers and 130 legal professionals. Offices are located in Ft. Myers, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Okeechobee, Port St. Lucie and West Palm Beach. Steinger, Iscoe & Greene also offers the No Fee Guarantee®, which means “you don’t owe us any money unless we get money for you.”
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