Category: Drunk Driving Accidents

Drunk drivers can wreak havoc on Florida roads, causing serious, potentially life-threatening injuries and catastrophic property damage. A driver who gets behind the wheel with a blood alcohol level that exceeds the state’s limitations cannot safely operate their vehicle. They, and their insurance company, can be held accountable for their actions and your resulting expenses…

Dram shop laws refer to the statutes governing the liability of places that sell alcohol. In an accident, like a drunk driving accident, these laws can dictate whether you can file a lawsuit against the dram shop for serving the person who injured you. These laws differ by state, so Florida has its laws with…

You can seek financial compensation after getting hit by an uninsured drunk driver. One of your first options is to seek benefits from your insurance policy. You can also sue the driver, who must pay you from their assets. A Fort Lauderdale drunk driving lawyer from our law firm can also determine if someone else is…

According to the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2019, 10,142 people died in drunk driving accidents nationwide. That equals about one fatality every 52 minutes. In 2019, Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) says that drunk driving caused 4,984 collisions, 351 of which were fatal.  If you…