Individuals who choose to drive under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs should be held responsible for their negligence and recklessness. If a DUI crash has left you or your loved ones hurt, you have the opportunity to pursue a legal claim against the driver for financial compensation.
Our skilled auto collision attorneys know how to handle drunk driving car accidents in Brownsburg. We can help you navigate this challenging time by guiding you through every step of the legal process.
If you were in an accident where the other driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they could face different types of legal suits and penalties. A prosecutor could file charges against the driver who caused your collision if their blood alcohol level reached or exceeded the legal limit of 0.08 percent. For commercial drivers, the legal limit is 0.04 percent. If the driver was under the age of 21, they face even stricter standards because Indiana has a no-tolerance policy for underage drinking and driving.
You may be eligible to pursue a civil lawsuit for financial compensation against the driver. The civil suit would be separate from any criminal action or restitution that the drunk driver faces. You can pursue your claim alongside a criminal action. You can also file your claim regardless of whether a criminal court finds the driver to be guilty. In addition, you should still file your claim even if there is no criminal action.
Our dedicated Brownsburg attorneys can stand by your side throughout a drunk driving injury action and help you navigate a car crash civil suit.
There is no set amount that you could receive after a vehicle collision caused by an impaired driver in Brownsburg. It depends on your particular situation, but the precise amount depends on multiple factors.
The biggest factor in determining how much money you could recover is the severity of your injuries. A court will look at how much medical treatment you had to endure to care for your injuries, and whether you will need continuing care for a long time or even permanently. It will also consider how the injuries have impacted and altered your life, such as if the crash resulted in a permanent disability, paralysis, or disfigurement. If it caused your loved one to lose their life, the damages could also be higher due to the wrongful death.
If your injuries interfere with your ability to work, you could potentially collect damages. The amount of damages may vary depending on whether you need to take a short leave of absence or stop working permanently.
The driver’s level of intoxication could influence your recovery of damages. If they were severely over the legal limit, they could face harsher civil penalties, as well as criminal penalties.
Drunk driving car accidents in Brownsburg can be physically and financially devastating. The compassionate personal injury attorneys at Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin can help you fight for fair compensation. Contact us to learn what we can do for you and what you may be able to recover.
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The financial burden that often comes with a serious injury can be too much for many people to bear. Unexpected medical debt, damaged personal property, and the sudden loss of income can impact the budgets of most families. The good news is that a successful injury claim could help reduce that financial strain after a serious accident. Get in touch with a Terre Haute personal injury lawyer with Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin to learn more.
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