Posts Tagged ‘Drunk driving injury’
Drunk Driving Wrongful Death Claims
In Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area, the tragedy of drunk driving casts a long shadow on the community.
Read MoreDrunk Driving Accidents in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area
Drunk driving is a serious issue that has plagued many communities around the world, including in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Read MoreWashington, D.C. Injuries Caused by Drunk Drivers
Drunk drivers cause a significant number of motor vehicle-related injuries in Washington D.C. each year. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that in 2020, there were over 11,654 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities across the country.
Read MoreDrunk Driver Injuries in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. residents who have been injured by a drunk driver may be entitled to compensation. Washington, D.C. is no-fault, which means if you are injured, you are compensated first by your own PIP insurance. However, if you suffer serious injuries or they are permanent, you may place a claim against the driver or their insurance. Keep in mind, however, if you were at fault at all, you cannot file.
Read MoreDrunk Driving Injury – Who Pays for a Drunk Driving Accident Case?
A drunk driving injury may be minor, such as a sprain or laceration on the forehead. However, a drunk driving injury could also be traumatic and result in life-threatening conditions. Drunk drivers cause horrific accidents in Maryland and Washington DC. The victims of those accidents can sustain numerous injuries. In some cases, a drunk driving…
Read MoreThree Things You Need to Know After Being Injured in a Washington, DC DUI Accident – Dram Shop Claims
A drunk driver can face criminal charges and civil liability. Other parties may also be liable under a dram shop claim. Even with all the education about the dangers of drunk driving, thousands of people continue to sustain injuries or die because of drunk drivers each year in the United States. Impaired driving in Washington,…
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