Drunk Driving Accidents and Injury Claims

When a car accident is compounded by the fact that one of the drivers was driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, that will obviously come into play when anyone injured in the accident files an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. In this section, we'll discuss some key legal issues that are raised when alcohol is a factor in a car accident, and we'll provide practical tips for drivers and passengers on either side of this kind of case.

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If You Were Hit by a Drunk Driver

Hit by a Drunk Driver: What are My Legal Options?

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than ten thousand people were killed in alcohol-related car accidents in 2010. Alcohol-related accidents comprise almost one-third of all car accidents in the country.

DUI Driving Laws

Does DUI Equal Automatic Fault for a Car Accident?

In most car accident scenarios, a DUI driver will be liable, but it's a little more complicated than you might think.
Civil and Criminal Consequences of a DUI-Related Car Accident

A look at potential criminal charges and lawsuit liability if you're convicted of DUI in connection with an accident.
Dram Shop Laws and Bar Liability for DUI Accidents

When can a bar or other establishment be legally liable for injuries resulting from a DUI accident?
Marijuana and Auto Accidents

If you were in a car accident and the police charged you with driving under the influence of marijuana, you should learn more about the law…and probably get legal help from an attorney.

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Q&A on Drunk Driving Laws

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Will my car insurance cover a DUI accident?

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