Drunk drivers injure and kill thousands of people in Florida and across the country every year. Alcohol impairs judgment, motor function, reaction speeds, vision, and many other abilities necessary to operate a vehicle on a Florida public roadway. If someone chooses to get behind the wheel after con
The passionate and effective drunk driving accident attorneys at The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro, P.A., has years of experience holding reckless drivers to task for the injuries they cause. We fight for justice and the compensation that our clients deserve after a Florida drunk driver causes devastation to our clients and their families.
Drunk Driving Remains a Significant Problem in Florida and Across the Country
The advent of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have had a positive impact in some metropolitan communities on the incidence of drunk driving and drunk driving-related accidents. Unfortunately, buzzed and drunk driving remains a serious problem across the U.S. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around a third of all traffic deaths in the country involve an intoxicated driver. Twenty-nine people are killed in traffic accidents involving alcohol every day.
In Florida alone, there were 5,125 alcohol-related crashes in 2017, according to the annual crash facts report from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. Three hundred fifty people were killed in alcohol-related crashes in Florida that year, and another 3,035 individuals were injured. There were also 668 accidents connected to drug use, leading to 589 injuries and 338 deaths. Another 274 people were killed in accidents involving both drug and alcohol use.
Taking Drunk Drivers to Task
If a drunk killed your loved one, buzzed, or drugged driver, you have the right to hold that driver responsible for the damage they have done to you and your family. In addition to criminal liability, you can sue the driver for wrongful death. No amount of money can fill the gap left by your family member. Still, you can rest more comfortably knowing that the responsible party has been brought to justice in both the civil and criminal courts, and some measure of compensation can help at the least with the financial consequences of a fatal crash.
Our Florida drunk driving accident lawyers can help you get the compensation you need after the reckless actions of a drunk driver irreparably harm your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
After a crash, your first priority should be your safety and medical care. Seek immediate treatment, even if injuries are not obvious at first. If possible,report the accidentand document the scene, including any signs the other driver may have been impaired. Speaking with an attorney can help you understand your rights and what steps may be appropriate for your situation.
Yes, if a driver’s impairment contributed to the accident, you may have the right to pursue apersonal injuryclaim. These cases often involve both criminal and civil components. While the criminal case addresses violations of the law, a civil claim focuses on the harm caused to you and your family. Each case depends on its specific facts and evidence.
A claim may include economic losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, and future care needs. It may also consider non-economic impacts like pain, emotional distress, and changes to quality of life. In cases involving serious harm or loss, additional factors may be evaluated. The value of a claim depends on the circumstances of the accident and the extent of the injuries.
In cases where a loved one has died due to a drunk driving accident, certain surviving family members may have the right to pursue awrongful death claim. While no legal action can replace what was lost, a claim may help address financial burdens and hold the responsible party accountable. These cases are handled with care and sensitivity to each family’s situation.
Evidence such as police reports, field sobriety tests, blood alcohol content (BAC) results, and witness statements can help establish impairment. In some cases, accident reconstruction or expert analysis may also be used. A violation of DUI laws can be an important factor in demonstrating negligence. Each case is evaluated based on the available evidence.
Drunk driving remains a serious issue in Florida and across the country, contributing to thousands of accidents each year. Alcohol-related crashes continue to result in significant injuries and loss of life despite increased awareness and enforcement efforts. These incidents affect not only drivers, but also passengers, pedestrians, and families.
Our firm has experience handling serious accident cases involving impaired drivers and understands the challenges these situations present. We focus on building strong cases while providing clear communication and personal support throughout the process. As a firm that is big enough to handle serious cases but small enough to care, we aim to guide you with both skill and compassion during a difficult time.
Dedicated and Passionate Help Pursuing Your Florida Drunk Driving Accident Injury Claim
If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed by a drunk or buzzed driver in Naples, Orlando, or throughout Collier and Orange Counties, contact a seasoned Naples drunk driving accident lawyer for help. The compassionate and zealous Florida car accident legal team at The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro, P.A., is ready to take your call and help you get the recovery you deserve. Reach out to our Naples law office today at 239-900-3255 for a free consultation, and learn whether you may be entitled to compensation after your Florida drunk driving accident.
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