Drunk Driving Injury Information CenterCall us now or use the form below. Recent NewsTransportationFrequently Asked Questions about Drunk Driving AccidentsQ: What should I do if I am involved in a car accident with a drunk driver? A: If you are injured in the accident, seek medical attention immediately. If you fear other people may have been injured, call for help. You also should contact the police and get a copy of the police report. As much as possible, document the accident by taking careful notes about the accident, including the names and contact information of any witnesses and your recollection of what happened. If you decide to take legal action, these notes can be invaluable to your case. Q: Can people other than those involved in a car accident bring a lawsuit for that accident? A: Yes. Legal representatives and family members of someone injured or killed in a car accident can bring a lawsuit. In certain circumstances, close family members who witnessed the accident also may bring a suit. These parties may seek compensation from the drunk driver or third parties, such as the vendor who sold the alcohol to the intoxicated driver. Last year alone, almost one million people were injured in alcohol-related traffic crashes. The law in most states requires that you bring a lawsuit for personal injury from a drunk driving accident within one year from the date of the accident. Simply put, drunk drivers have no business being on the roads. Their negligence and impairment can cause catastrophic accidents and even death. Most people are unaware that there are civil issues in addition to criminal consequences when someone chooses to drive drunk. At the Law Offices of Steve Sanders L.C. in Kansas City, Missouri, we will put our knowledge and experience to work for you in holding the drunk driver accountable for your injuries or the loss of a loved one. Listed below are various resources on drunk driving accidents. Drunk Driving Accidents - An OverviewAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 17,500 people die each year in alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents. Thousands more are injured and the costs for these accidents is staggering - over $100 billion in monetary and quality of life losses. If you or a loved one has been injured in a drunk driving accident, contact an attorney in your area today. An experienced personal injury lawyer can review your case and discuss your legal options with you. Civil Claims for Drunk Driving AccidentsIn addition to the criminal charges drunk drivers may face, they also may incur civil penalties for any property damage or personal injury they caused as a result of driving drunk. Third Party Liability in Drunk Driving CasesThe drunk driver may not be the only party liable for injuries to innocent parties in drunk driving accidents. Those who provided the alcohol to the driver or had the opportunity to prevent the accident also may share responsibility. Dram Shop ActsIf you were injured by a drunk driver after he or she left a bar, restaurant or other place serving alcohol, you may have a claim against that establishment under your state's dram shop act. Defenses to Drunk Driving Injury ClaimsThe defenses to civil drunk driving claims can vary by state and the circumstances of each case. The information provided here will give you a brief overview of some of the defenses that may be claimed. Drunk Driving Accidents Resource Links
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Impaired Driving Division
Stop Impaired Driving
The Century Council
Office for Victims of Crime: Drunk Driving
Mothers Against Drunk Driving
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