Drunk Driving Accident Attorneys
Every five hours in Texas, someone is killed in a drunk driving accident. In fact, Texas led the country in the number of alcohol-related traffic fatalities in one year, according to the US Department of Transportation.
Our firm is dedicated to helping the innocent victims of drunk driving accidents recover from their injuries and losses. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident with a drunk driver, you have the right to be compensated for your injuries and property loss under Texas State law.
In Texas, it is illegal to drive a motor vehicle with 0.08 BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) or above – or roughly the equivalent of drinking four drinks in a one hour period for a 170-pound man. At this legal limit, critical driving skills are seriously affected, such as a driver’s ability to judge distance and speed.
Texas law allows drunk drivers to be prosecuted through the criminal courts as well as through civil lawsuits. Texas also has very specific regulations, known as dram shop laws, which hold any business responsible for continuing to serve or sell alcohol to a driver who was obviously intoxicated. If you have suffered severe injuries from a drunk driving accident, you may be able to file a suit against the drunk driver, as well as the restaurant, bar, or liquor store that sold alcohol to the driver who caused your injuries. However, in order to do so effectively, you need a drunk driving accident lawyer who understands the Texas law, the full legal implications of your accident, and can skillfully argue your case in court.
Drunk driving accidents can cause horrific injuries and even death. While legal action cannot bring back lost loved ones or recover physical capabilities lost due to injury, it may bring you the financial compensation that you or your loved ones need to secure your future and begin your road to recovery. The individual who chooses to drink and drive on Texas roadways should be held accountable. The drunk driving lawyers at our firm are committed to making that happen.
Our clients are usually involved in must-win legal disputes. As a result, we place a premium on winning. And like our clients, we believe WINNING IS EVERYTHING. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a drunk driving accident, contact our office today.
This Blog was posted By The Carabin & Shaw Law Firm. principle Office in San Antonio, Texas
