TEXAS DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer in Houston, TX

A drunk-driving accident is caused where one or more drivers were impaired by alcohol, an illegal drug, or controlled substance. In most of these cases, criminal charges will be filed against the impaired individuals(s). In addition, the victim of the accident may pursue civil damages and claims against the impaired individual for compensation for his or her injuries, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement, impairment, and other legal remedies.

Many auto-accidents can be prevented with additional care and concern and defensive driving. However, drunk-driving car wrecks are nearly unavoidable due the impairment of the driver and the unpredictability of their behavior. Because of the egregious nature of drunk-driving accidents, additional punitive damages may be available as part of the compensation for those individuals injured in the accident.

As part of our legal representation, we typically will interview witnesses, visit the accident scene, review police reports, communicate with government attorneys and police officers, and consult medical experts to build your case against a drunk-driver in an effort to build the strongest case possible.

We are experienced with all of the related legal issues and injuries which may arise from a Texas drunk-driving accident. Many drunk-driving accidents arise in the following context:

Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Injury to passengers of intoxicated driver
Dram shop liability

In a drunk-driving accident, we must still prove that the other driver was negligent. Standards for proving negligence against a drunk driver are typically easier than they are with other drivers, especially if they are charged and convicted of drunk driving. If the driver has refused a breathalyzer or blood test, this may also help your case. In addition, we may aggressively pursue a case against a negligent bar owner ("dram shop liability") if the driver was over-served alcohol.

Have you or someone you know been injured in a drunk-driving accident?

Free case evaluations and consultation. NO attorneys' fees or costs unless we recover a settlement or verdict in your case. We can initiate your case by phone or e-mail - CALL today 713-864-1941 or click here for more information.

If negligence can be established, you can recover compensation and damages for the following: