Drunk Driving Accidents
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that roughly one-third of all fatal car accidents involve a drunk driver, and that about 1% of all American drivers will be arrested for drunk driving each year. Despite the prevalence of this serious problem, simply being hurt by an intoxicated motorist does not guarantee injured parties any form of compensation. If you have been struck by a drunk driver and suffered injury and damages, you have to file a claim yourself in pursuit of justice and financial compensation.
Swartz Fogy Law Group and our Fair Oaks car accident lawyers are here to help you set things right after a drunk driver causes you or the ones you love serious harm.
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Let our team of compassionate injury attorneys in Northern California know what happened, and we can tell you what you should do next.
All you need to do is contact us at your convenience and schedule a free initial consultation to begin.
What to Do After Being Hit by a Drunk Driver
After being involved in a drunk driving accident, it is in your best interest to do the following:
- Gain any and all witness accounts
- Gain any and all information on where the driver was drinking
- Think twice before taking the first settlement offered to you, there may be a better option coming
- Contact your insurance company to inform them of a potential upcoming claim
- Contact the insurance company of the drunk driver to inform them of a potential upcoming claim
- Prepare yourself to be involved in the criminal process
Can I Sue a Drunk Driver?
If it can be proven through convincing evidence, such as police reports and blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level test results, that the other driver was drunk, you may even be able to pursue punitive damages. Drunk driving is a common example of a crime that can trigger punitive damages in related injury claims.
Types of Compensation in Drunk Driving Claims
A court can award punitive damages when the person who is liable for an injury was breaking the law in a way so egregious, it should have been known by that person that the injury of someone would soon follow.
The primary objective of your drunk driving accident claim will be asserting that your injuries were caused by the other driver, not necessarily that that driver was intoxicated at the time of the crash. In focusing on proving liability, you increase the likelihood of getting the compensation you need. Proof of intoxication, however, will certainly help the validity of your claim.
Potential Damages You May Be Able to Collect:
- Medical bills
- Repair costs
- Lost wages
- Emotional trauma
Why Hire Our Drunk Driving Accident Attorney in Fair Oaks?
At Swartz Fogy Law Group, we understand the devastating impact that drunk driving accidents can have on victims and their families. Our dedicated team of Fair Oaks drunk driving accident lawyers is committed to seeking justice and fighting for the rights of those who have been injured or lost a loved one due to the negligence of a drunk driver.
When you choose us to represent you, we will:
- Thoroughly investigate the accident to gather evidence and determine liability
- Work with accident reconstruction experts to build a strong case
- Handle all communication and negotiations with insurance companies
- Fight for maximum compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more
- Guide you through the legal process and keep you informed every step of the way
Our experienced attorneys have a proven track record of success in handling drunk driving accident cases. We are passionate about holding drunk drivers accountable for their actions and ensuring that our clients receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
California Dram Shop Laws
When a party host or bartender continues to provide alcohol to someone they know will be driving an automobile soon, they could become liable for resulting damages through what is known as dram shop laws. In California, dram shop laws are notoriously restrictive and it is quite rare for a court to use dram shop laws to hold a host or bartender accountable in drunk driving cases.
Essentially, there must be hard proof that the person serving the drinks had malicious intent by “over-intoxicating” the patron or guest. If you think dram shop laws could be relevant to your case, let our Fair Oaks personal injury attorneys know, and we can help you determine if that legal avenue will be worth exploring.
Passengers Injured by Drunk Drivers
Many people who are hurt by intoxicated motorists are actually sitting within the same vehicle as the driver. As a passenger willingly riding in the car of a drunk driver, you can still seek damages but you could be found partially liable, especially if there is evidence that suggest you knew absolutely that the driver was drunk. The same can be said if you were actually the person who gave that driver alcoholic beverages.
Get Started On Your Claim with Confidence
No matter the extent of your injuries or the complexities of your drunk driving claim, you can rely on our Fair Oaks car accident attorneys to manage it all on your behalf. We want you to rest comfortably and focus on recuperation, not the details of a legal claim.
You will not be left in the dark, though; we make a conscious effort to always keep you up-to-speed and get you involved as much as you would like to be.
Use a free online case evaluation form to tell us what happened.
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Get A Free ConsultationIf you’ve been injured in Northern California, contact Swartz Fogy Law Group.
Fighting For Your Right
To CompensationOur Fair Oaks lawyers firmly believe that the individual responsible for the accident which led to your injuries should be held accountable. Although the responsible party or your insurance company may try to talk you into accepting a settlement, it is highly advisable to speak with an attorney at Swartz Fogy Law Group first.
You can rely on us to work aggressively to ensure that justice is served and that you recover fair damages.