Long Island Drunk Driving Accident LawyerDamages for Drunk Driving AccidentsWhen you are injured by a drunk driver in a motor vehicle accident, you can seek compensation for your injuries by filing a claim with the driver's insurance carrier. It is unlawful for a person to operate a motor vehicle when they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Drunk driving cases that involve an accident with injuries can result in criminal penalties such as jail time, fines and driver's license suspension. The judge may also order the driver to pay any persons injured in the accident for their losses. Civil actions to recover damages can also take place, including filing an insurance claim or lawsuit. A Long Island personal injury attorney will know the best way to pursue injury compensation in a drunk driving case, and can help you through the claims process with compassion and understanding. Were you injured by a drunk driver?Under state laws, when a person with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater operates a motor vehicle , they have committed a criminal act. An intoxicated driver is almost always considered at fault when they are involved in an accident. This includes drunk driving incidents involving: - The driver of a passenger vehicle, SUV or truck
- A commercial truck driver
- A bus driver
- A taxi driver
The Odierno Law Firm, P.C. has a successful track record representing clients injured by a drunk driver's negligence, and will vigorously pursue damages to cover the costs of your medical treatment, rehabilitation and home care. We will also seek compensation for any lost wages, pain, suffering, emotional trauma and property damage. Our firm has no sympathy for a driver that knowingly puts other people's lives at risk by driving while intoxicated, and will provide uncompromising representation and advocacy. Contact a Long Island drunk driver lawyer for dedicated advocacy if you have been hurt in an accident caused by a drunk driver. |