While a criminal case may be filed against the driver responsible for your car accident, a drunk driver can also face a separate civil suit filed by the injured party or their next of kin. If you were injured by the negligent behavior of a drunk driver, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, punitive damages, and other economic damages in civil court. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another driver’s negligence, we at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses, you can reach out to our car accident attorney.
Civil Suit vs. Criminal Suit
Civil suits are totally separate from criminal suits. The criminal suit is designed to protect the public from future harm as well as to punish drunk driver for their reckless behavior. Drunk drivers can face a criminal suit even if there was no accident or injuries involved.
A civil suit is filed against the drunk driver by the injured party or their next of kin to recover damages sustained in the accident. If you or a loved one has been injured in a drunk driving accident due to another driver’s negligence, a civil suit may be the only way to ensure you receive the compensation you are entitled to for medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Civil suits also allow victims of drunk driving accidents to receive punitive damages as well, although punitive damages have special circumstances that must be met to be awarded. An experienced personal injury lawyer can review the details of your case and advise you on the best course of action.
Why Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
Hiring a personal injury lawyer means you have a professional in your corner. We at 844 See Mike not only understand the complexities of the laws regarding drunk driving, but we also have the experience to ensure that you or a loved one receives the compensation you deserve.
844 See Mike is ready to assist you in your drunk driving accident claim in the following ways:
- Dealing with time constraints-Drunk driving civil suits have a statute of limitations, meaning you have limited time to file a suit for your damages. A personal injury lawyer will understand these time constraints and work within the timeframe to ensure your rights are protected.
- Negotiations-While lawsuits are often unnecessary, a personal injury lawyer will know how to negotiate with insurance companies and if the results are less than satisfactory, a personal injury lawyer can file a suit on your behalf.
- Doing the legwork-Lawsuits require a lot of time, attention, and legwork. A personal injury lawyer can take the stress of this research off of you by preserving evidence, gathering medical records, police reports, receipts, and witness statements, allowing you to heal from your injuries.
- Going after everyone at fault-In a drunk driving accident, more than one party may be liable for your damages and injuries. A personal injury lawyer will establish negligence and go after the negligent party or parties, so they are held accountable.
Personal injury claims and lawsuits can be difficult to maneuver successfully, but 844 See Mike is experienced in all aspects of personal injury law. We take pride in being an advocate for the injured and will champion your cause from the bottom up.
We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in a drunk driving accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident due to another driver’s negligence, contact 844 See Mike for a free consultation. Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people and not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, and your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. We will handle your case quickly and advise you every step of the way, and we will not hesitate to go to trial for you.
Lastly, 844 See Mike is not paid attorneys’ fees unless we win your case. Our no-fee promise is that simple. You have nothing to risk when you hire us – only the opportunity to seek justice.