While towns and governments around the country have turned their attention to distracted driving and mitigating its various causes, drunk driving remains a significant concern. In fact, about one-third of Americans will be […]
Texas takes drunk driving very seriously. Thanks to effective lobbying and public outcry, the law offers grave punishment to those who drink and drive. The criminal law, however, does not give victims the help they need to move forward. In cases where someone is harmed or killed due to a drunk driver being negligent, it's important that the victims take measures to protect themselves against the many types of financial fallout that can result. This means hiring an auto accident attorney. If you've been injured by a drunk driver, contact a Dallas drunk driving accident lawyer as soon as possible.
The criminal laws that apply to drunk driving are harsh.They're designed as deterrents and, in that regard, they help the public at large. They're also designed as punishments and, accordingly, they address the drunk driver's failure. For the victim, they have no practical ramifications.
Civil law provides a way for people to get compensated for the pain and suffering that they've been put through. It also takes into account the financial damage that the victim has suffered, including things like lost wages, destroyed property and other expenses . If you've been injured in a wreck with a drunk, there's no reason that you shouldn't seek out an opportunity to sue for damages so that you can put your life back together.
Your car wreck attorney represents your financial interests. They don't represent the state or the criminal justice system; they're just there for you and you alone. This means that they argue your case from your perspective and put a human face on the damage that drunk drivers cause. They allow you to get a chance at not having to pay for all of the damage an irresponsible driver has caused you.
Speak with one of these attorneys, even if the driver who hit you is facing tough criminal charges. Those criminal charges regard that driver's punishment for their crimes. They do not address that driver's responsibility to you in terms of helping you repair the damage that they did to you and your family.
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Disclaimer: As a valued member of the Dallas community, Rasansky Law Firm’s goal is to improve the safety of all residents in the great state of Texas. These posts should not be viewed as a solicitation for business and the information included herein should not be taken as medical or legal advice. The photos used in this post are not representative of the actual crash scene.
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