Victims Of Drunk Driving Are Entitled To Adequate Compensation
Brian O Sutter
Traffic Accidents
It's the scariest thing we hear about on the roadway. Something that is out of your control because someone else decided to get behind the wheel when they were intoxicated and that could destroy your life in a flash. If you have been injured by a drunk driver there needs to be legal justice for you and your family. It is more than just covering your medical bills and car damages, an experience like this can change you forever. According to the CDC Florida does carry a higher rate of death by age than the national average. As vigilant as we Floridians can be there is still little we can do if someone decides to make this mistake and gets behind the wheel. There are steps that you can and should be taking if this happens to you or a loved one. After A Drunk Driving Accident
If you have been hit by a driver you suspect is drunk you should call the police immediately. It is very difficult to prove the accident involved alcohol without being able to put the breathalyzer or video evidence of the questioning by police. If there is DUI conviction that comes after the accident there is a lot more available to make case for you. Even in the situation here alcohol was clearly involved insurance companies are there too benefit you as well and you should still contact them and inquire about a settlement as you would in any other accident. You will have the option to file a third party claim through the other driver's insurance, it is important to make clear that you would like to seek full compensation for injury, damages and losses resulting from the accident.
When Drunk Driving Victims Go To Court
If you get to a court trial scenario, when the insurance is not able to satisfy your claim- which they hate because a court case will be more lucrative for you- it is a necessary to consult an injury lawyer. These get a little confusing because regardless of your concerns or actions there will still be a trial with the defendant. The county will prosecute the driver for their criminal record, adding the victim would be doing just that, you are labeled a victim or complainant in this case, not a plaintiff. When it comes to the criminal case you are not actually a party to this case.
A civil action suit is a case filed against the driver, by you, as a personal injury lawsuit. The southwest Florida lawyers at All Injuries Law specialize in personal injury law. Further congesting the process, Florida is a no-fault insurance state which can pose some problems. Essentially, the no-fault insurance can negate liability for causing bodily injuries to the other party. This is another way the insurance companies are trying to get out of paying you as much money. We work specifically in the areas of Charlotte and Sarasota counties so we have dealt with this type of insurance company before. It is worth at least consulting with our personal injury lawyers to get a good scope of what our next moves can be.
In the worst case scenario, you may have lost a loved one as the victim of a drunk driving accident. We are very sorry for your loss and think it is appropriate that you get the full compensation you deserve to cover all of those costs. This can become a wrongful death suit and we have years of experience in those unfortunate circumstances as well.
When you are the victim of a drunk driving accident there is more to lose than just your car. These types of accidents result in severe injuries that lead to missed work and recurring pain or even death. Don't wait to ask questions about your accident.