AUTO ACCIDENTS INVOLVING DRUGS & ALCOHOL
St. Louis, Kansas City, and Jefferson City, Missouri
The Missouri drunk driving accident attorneys at The Bradley Law Firm have been fighting for drunk driving accident victims for over thirty years. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in an auto accident involving drugs or alcohol, it is essential to immediately contact an attorney and schedule a free case evaluation.
Drunk Driving Accident Compensation
Nearly half a million Americans are killed in drunk driving car accidents every year. Millions more sustain serious injuries in drug and alcohol-related auto accidents.
Victims of auto accidents involving drugs and alcohol generally sustain serious injuries. You may be entitled to punitive damages as well as:
- All related medical costs
- Disfigurement
- Diminished earning capacity
- Loss of earnings
- Diminished quality of life
- Mental and physical pain
- Repair or replacement of your vehicle
- Cost of a rental car
- Funeral expenses and loss of companionship, if the accident resulted in an individual’s wrongful death.
Liability in Drunk Driving Accidents
While each alcohol- or drug-related car accident has unique circumstances surrounding it, at least one of three parties may be held responsible:
- The driver – If convicted of a criminal offense, the driver may face jail time for his or her actions.
- Driver’s employer – If a driver is conducting business on behalf of his or her employer at the time of the car crash, the driver’s employer may be held responsible under vicarious liability.
- The bar, restaurant, or other establishment that served the driver, if it can be proved they knowingly served an intoxicated person. If the drunk driver is a minor, the standard is even lower.
Why You Need a Drunk Driving Accident Attorney
With several potentially negligent parties and the complex regulations surrounding auto accident lawsuits, it is essential to contact an experienced drunk driving accident attorney who can fight for your full compensation.
For more information, see DUI Injuries.
If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in an auto accident involving drugs or alcohol in St. Louis, Kansas City, Jefferson City or anywhere else in Missouri, the attorneys at The Bradley Law Firm are available to promptly schedule a free case evaluation for you.