Miami Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers does not tolerate drunk driving in Miami or anywhere else. If you were injured by another driver’s recklessness, our DUI accident lawyer can file your case, negotiate compensation, and explain your legal options.

We are a client-centered firm that treats injured claimants like family. Our Miami car accident lawyer has seen firsthand how collisions disrupt people’s lives, and we are ready to answer your questions during a free, no-obligation case review. Call now to learn more about how our family can fight for your family.

How Our Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers Can Build Your Injury Case

When you partner with Chalik & Chalik personal injury lawyers serving Miami, we can:

Investigate Your Drunk Driving Accident

We must prove that another party’s negligence caused your collision. To establish this element, our drunk driving accident attorney can find and examine the following pieces of evidence:

• Your vehicle’s black box data 
• Your Miami-Dade accident report 
• Eyewitness accounts
• The other party’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test results 
• Traffic camera footage 
• Dashcam footage 
• Statements from accident reconstruction specialists 

Determine Who Is Liable in Your Legal Case

You may pursue compensation from more than one party, depending on your situation. For instance, suppose a drunk driver hit you. Our investigation may show they were overserved at a local bar. This could make both the negligent driver and the establishment responsible for your losses under Florida’s dram shop laws.

In another example, if your wreck involved a commercial vehicle, you can secure help from our Miami truck accident lawyer, who can determine if the impaired driver or their employer (the trucking company) is the liable party.

File Your Insurance Claim With the Impaired Driver’s Insurance

A legal representative from our firm can handle all of your insurance claim’s obligations, from its initial filing to negotiations. We can also protect you against bad faith insurance practices, including when:

• The claims adjuster insists that a low offer is “the best they can do.”
• You feel pressured into resolving your case. 
• The claims adjuster gives incorrect information or blames you for the collision.
• The insurance company denies your claim without a valid reason. 

You do not even have to talk to the claims adjuster. You can route all emails, phone calls, and text messages to us.

File Your Miami Lawsuit Against the Liable Party

If we cannot resolve your insurance claim, we may consider filing a lawsuit against the at-fault party. This requires filing your lawsuit, organizing all evidence, and communicating with the defendant’s legal team.

Just like every other step in the legal process, our personal injury law firm can handle it all for you.

We Are Ready to Seek Damages Following Your Miami-Dade County Collision

Drunk driving accidents can cause substantial damage. Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reports that, in 2023 alone, 149 people in Miami-Dade County were injured in alcohol-related crashes. Seventeen people died.

We are ready to pursue these losses after a Miami DUI crash that was not your fault:

Economic Damages Caused by the Drunk Driving Crash

Economic damages are intended to compensate the victim for the damages they sustained, including:

• Past and future healthcare expenses 
• Employment-related losses, such as lost income, tips, and bonuses 
• Diminished future earning capacity 
• Property damage expenses 

Our DUI accident lawyer in Miami, FL, can add up your invoices, receipts, and financial documents to determine these losses’ value.

Non-Economic Damages for Your Bodily Injuries

Non-economic damages refer to your physical and emotional distress during and after the collision. They do not have intrinsic values. Their values largely depend on your situation. You can recover:

• Pain and suffering and inconvenience
• Mental anguish
• Disfigurement
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium

Seeking Punitive Damages from the Intoxicated Driver

Sometimes, courts award punitive damages. Florida Statutes § 768.72 permits punitive damages in cases where a person acts with gross negligence – a factor present in many drunk driving cases.

We are ready to calculate and pursue what you are owed. Call Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers today to learn more from a free case review. Our founding partners handle every single case personally, so our clients know they will receive the close attention they deserve.

How Much Is Your DUI Accident Case Worth?

As our case results show, we make sure that each client seeks the right amount of money for their car crash injuries. For example, a client who suffered a back injury recovered $475,000, while the relatives of a wrongful death victim received $1 million.

No matter what your case is worth or how complex it is, our personal injury lawyers can seek the financial compensation you need.

Questions and Answers About Your Miami Drunk Driving Accident Case

Below, we have compiled some commonly-asked questions about drunk driving accidents:

What Happens if the Other Party Gets Convicted of a DUI?

If the other party is charged and convicted of a crime, this does not automatically yield compensation. The state’s case against the at-fault motorist is different than your injury claim. However, a conviction may support your right to damages, as this would establish the other driver’s negligence.

What if the Drunk Driver Left the Accident Scene?

We do everything possible to locate hit-and-run drivers. That includes reviewing police records, traffic camera recordings, and other information to locate and identify the person who hit you.

You still have options even if we cannot find the motorist or if the motorist is uninsured. For instance, you can file a claim with your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage to recoup your medical bills and some of your lost income.

What Is the Value of Your Drunk Driving Accident Case in Miami?

We cannot answer this question without reviewing your situation first. It all depends on a wide range of issues, including the severity of your injuries, the cost of your damages, and your emotional wellbeing.

Your case also hinges on the strength of the evidence you find in support of your claim, which is why our personal injury attorneys work so hard to build up clients’ casefiles.

What Is the Statute of Limitations in Your Florida Legal Case?

Florida Statutes § 95.11(3)(a) notes:

• You generally have two years to file your injury lawsuit.
• Failure to abide by this deadline forfeits your right to compensation.
• Some exceptions may apply.

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers encourages you to take prompt action. Two years may seem like a long time, but you want to do everything possible to protect your legal rights. That includes giving us the maximum amount of time to fight for fair compensation on your behalf.

What Makes Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers Different from Other Law Firms?

We strive to build strong relationships with our clients. We see you as a person, not another case number. We have been serving injured claimants since 1995, seeking financial compensation for drunk driving accident victims.

Furthermore, clients work directly with our founding partners, Jason and Debi Chalik. They have appeared on CNN, Inside Edition, and other nationwide syndicates, yet our firm remains connected to the community and cares deeply for our clients.

Contact Our Lawyers to Begin Your Miami DUI Case

If you or your loved one was injured by a drunk driver, our Miami DUI accident lawyer can investigate your collision and seek compensation.

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers works on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay nothing up front for our help. Learn more about pursuing damages in a free initial consultation with our team by calling today.