In a hit-and-run, the “first day” often determines what evidence survives. If you can, do these steps before you spend time on recorded statements or informal conversations with adjusters:
- Call police immediately and request an incident report number (even if the damage seems minor at first).
- Document the scene while you still remember it: location landmarks, direction of travel, approximate time, and anything distinctive (headlights, vehicle color, panel damage patterns).
- Photograph quickly—both the collision area and your visible injuries.
- Identify nearby cameras: businesses, gas stations, convenience stores, apartment complexes, and nearby traffic-control cameras may retain footage for a limited time.
- Get medical care promptly. Delays can create avoidable disputes later about causation.
Then, when you’re ready, talk to a lawyer before you sign anything or provide a detailed recorded account. In Georgia, small factual gaps can become major issues once an insurer tries to narrow liability.


