Drunk Driving Accident
Despite common knowledge that driving drunk is incredibly irresponsible, drunk driving remains one of the most common causes of motor vehicle fatalities in the United States. According to the CDC, 29 people in the United States die every day in a motor vehicle crash involving an alcohol-impaired driver, which is roughly 1 death every 50 minutes.
If you’ve been the victim of a drunk driving accident, you don’t have to sit back and accept your fate. By working with a lawyer, you could get full compensation for your injuries and damages you sustained, you could get justice against the driver who made such an egregious error, and you could help keep the roads a safer place.
Common Injuries in Drunk Driving Accidents
Drinking alcohol impairs drivers in a number of different ways, including:
There’s no limit to the types of car accidents that drunk drivers can cause. They can be involved in rear-ending accidents, T-bone accidents, wide turns, wrong lanes, wrong way, and accidents due to neglecting road signs.
These are some of the most common injuries sustained by drunk driving victims:
In many drunk driving accidents, people are killed. If a loved one was killed in the accident, you’ll be able to pursue legal action for wrongful death.
Accountability Third Party Liability in Drunk Driving Accidents
While you’ll rightly be motivated to seek compensation for damages and injuries associated with the drunk driving accident, working with a lawyer and taking legal action can also ensure the parties responsible take accountability for their actions. In addition to facing legal costs, a drunk driver held accountable in a court of law may end up facing jail time, or may have their license suspended. And since most drunk drivers are repeat offenders, this can keep the roads safer for everyone else.
In drunk driving cases, you may also be able to explore third party liability. In some situations, a third party may be held partially liable for the accident; for example, if a bar illegally serves alcohol to this driver, they may be found partially responsible for the accident.
Working With a Lawyer After a Drunk Driving Accident
After getting medical attention, it’s a good idea to contact a drunk driving accident lawyer as soon as possible. Your lawyer will help you with several things, including:
Most drunk driving accident lawyers don’t charge for an initial consultation, so you have nothing to lose from a first point of contact. In fact, the Law Offices of Manny Arce won’t charge you anything unless you win compensation in the case.
Depending on the nature of the accident and the extent of the damages, types of compensation may include:
These often exceed the initial settlement offer made by an insurance company.
If you’ve been the victim of a drunk driving accident, don’t delay—contact a lawyer as soon as possible to get the help and advice you need. Reach out to Manny Arce and get one step closer to getting the compensation you deserve!