Salinas Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
Driving drunk can subject drivers to serious criminal consequences, including jail time and loss of driving privileges. If a drunk driver causes a traffic accident, they can also be required to pay the victim for the damages they sustained. The car accident lawyers at the Allen Law Firm are fully committed to holding drunk drivers liable for the harm they cause. We offer free, no-obligation consultations to discuss your legal rights.
Dangers of Drunk Driving
Driving drunk can substantially impair a person’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Alcohol can delay response time, impair judgment, and cause drivers to fall asleep behind the wheel, increasing the likelihood that they will cause a crash. Additionally, because drunk drivers often fail to take any corrective action before impact, such as braking or swerving, they are more likely to cause serious injuries and traffic fatalities.
Drunk drivers may demonstrate dangerous behaviors, such as:
- Drifting into adjoining lanes
- Driving the wrong way
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Changing lanes without signaling
- Failing to maintain their speed or lane
- Underreacting to a sudden change in traffic or driving conditions
- Failing to respond to hazards ahead
An experienced attorney can investigate your case to prove the at-fault driver was drunk. We work with law enforcement to secure blood alcohol test results and conduct an independent investigation to gather the necessary evidence to prove fault.
Financial Compensation Drunk Driving Accident Victims Can Recover
Drunk driving accident victims have the right to pursue maximum compensation from irresponsible drivers who decided to get behind the wheel while in an impaired state. Compensation may include:
- Medical expenses, including ambulance charges, emergency treatment, hospital stays, surgeries, medical devices, and medication
- Rehabilitation and nursing expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of consortium and companionship
Additionally, accident victims or survivors of fatal victims may be able to pursue exemplary damages as a way to punish the offender.
Contact Allen Law Firm Today for Your Free Consultation
Allen Law Firm wants drunk driving to end. Until then, we stand beside car accident victims who were injured by the negligence of others. If you were hit by a drunk driver in Salinas, we can demand maximum compensation to help you recover from the injuries you’ve sustained. Contact us today for a free consultation to explore your legal rights.
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