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At the May Firm, our drunk driving accident lawyers understand the destruction and devastation an accident with a drunk driver can cause. From the heartbreak of losing a loved one at the hands of a driver who gets behind the wheel while under the influence to the serious injuries you can suffer as a victim that can turn your life upside down, our firm will make every effort to help you fight to recover the losses and damages that you have suffered.
DUI accidents differ from most other motor vehicle accidents in that DUI accidents often involve a criminal case along with a civil case. DUI collisions will often end with the arrest of the at-fault driver. A criminal DUI case stands separate and apart from your right to seek compensation for the damages you have sustained as a result of the accident in a civil court or through a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company. At-fault drivers face criminal charges as punishment for wrongful actions, whereas injured individuals seek justice and compensation for the damages that they have suffered through a personal injury claim.
California has a specific time frame in which an injured DUI accident victim must file a lawsuit for compensation. This statute of limitations places the burden on a plaintiff to file a suit against the parties responsible within the allotted time. Otherwise, injured individuals generally lose the right to pursue compensation for their injuries.
In California, the statute of limitations provides injured individuals with just two years from the date of a DUI accident to file a claim for losses in a civil court.
“If I ever need a lawyer again, I’m calling the May Firm. I was rear ended and had a ton of bills. They told me what my rights were and that they would take care of me. All I had to do was get to physical therapy. They did everything, and I ended up with a very nice settlement and a new car. Thank you! You exceeded my expectations!”
“A friendly and professional firm. Always answered questions quickly. Highly recommended to anyone who needs a personal injury lawyer. Extremely satisfied with the outcome.”
linda hughes
Car Accident
Natalie Garcia
Bicycle Accident
Drunk drivers pose a threat to public safety along any road, but California roadways include additional elements of danger that can result in widespread damage and tragic accidents. Traffic congestion, winding roadways through mountainous terrain, poor visibility, and massive interstates all pose dangers on the road that require a competent driver to maintain focus and stay alert to prevent an accident.
Drunk drivers often struggle to see clearly, make safe decisions, and react appropriately to perilous situations. Drivers’ impaired senses and affected mental state while traversing through these hazardous road obstacles make a drunk driver an even bigger danger and risk to the safety of the public along California’s most dangerous roadways.
Hazardous California roadways include the following:
California’s population continues to grow exponentially, with a current population of over 39 million. The most populated state in the country has some of the worst traffic. Heavy congestion and motor vehicle collisions occur every day throughout California. Unfortunately, with increases in population and a more mobile society comes a higher incidence of drunk drivers on the road. In just one year, over 120,000 drivers faced arrest for DUI within the state of California and caused over 2,000 fatalities.
In the vast majority of cases, the responsibility for a DUI car accident lies squarely on the drunk driver that caused the collision. However, certain circumstances may implicate another individual or organization, and some accidents may involve multiple at-fault parties, which can complicate an already complex claims process. This type of situation often arises in cases that involve an on-the-job employee or in situations where a drunk driver caused an accident while driving another person’s vehicle.
Keep in mind that the preferred method to seek compensation as an accident victim will often be through a settlement with the insurance company involved in the accident. If the driver and/or car owner has insurance coverage at the time of the accident, the policy will likely cover your losses. However, in cases where a driver does not have adequate (or any) insurance or that involve disputes as to the liability or the extent of damages that have occurred, injured individuals may need to file a lawsuit in court and pursue litigation.
“Rob May and his team achieved over and above what I ever anticipated. I am thankful I found them, and I hold them in the highest esteem. Should you ever need a conscientious and diligent personal injury lawyer, I strongly recommend Robert May. He’s awesome. Thanks, guys, for your patience and professionalism. You rock!”
Personal injury law delineates the damages available to a victim of a preventable accident caused by another party. Damages in a DUI accident can include economic and non-economic losses. Economic damages consist of monetary losses that have an objective value and to which a court can assign a monetary value. Non-economic damages involve personal losses to an injured individual, which may include the effects of the injuries on a victim’s physical health as well as the emotional and mental aftermath of the accident and the injuries.
Damages in a DUI accident in California can include:
We know the impacts a drunk driving accident can have on your life and future. A driving under the influence (DUI) accident will likely create unexpected expenses that may create financial stress for you and your family. At the May Firm, our auto accident attorneys always work to recover maximum compensation for our clients.
Some examples of successful case results for our past clients include:
The May Firm’s DUI accident legal experts pride themselves on their ability to move quickly to defend victims and their rights while engaging with compassion during a difficult time. Nobody outworks the May Firm when it comes to helping clients and their families seek justice.
We provide our services without upfront costs to our clients because we know that we have what it takes to win our clients’ personal injury cases. We invite you to meet with us at one of our personal injury law offices in San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Carlsbad, Chula Vista, San Diego, Bakersfield, or Fresno. No matter where you call home in California, the May Firm is here to help. Please call (844) MAY-FIRM to schedule an appointment so we can talk about the specifics of your personal injury claim resulting from a drunk driving accident.
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