What if the Driver Is Not Legally Drunk?
Even if a driver passes field, blood, and/or breath tests—for purposes of falling below the criminal standard for blood alcohol content—they may still face civil action for your injuries. Research shows that drivers sometimes may become impaired at as little as 0.02 BAC. As the alcohol amount increases, the following typically decrease: These are just a few […]
What Injuries May I Seek Compensation in a Charleston Drunk Driving Accident Case?
A Charleston drunk driving accident claim is about more than physical injuries. Victims may recover compensation for other impacts they experience, like lost wages and pain and suffering. Still, severe injuries are common in drunk driving accidents, and damages for these injuries often make up a substantial portion of a victim’s compensation. These injuries typically […]
What Damages Can You Expect from a Charleston Drunk Driving Accident?
“Damages” is the legal term for compensation in personal injury cases. The types of damages in your Charleston drunk driving case may differ from another drunk driving accident. However, upon an investigation and review of your accident, a lawyer may pursue: Your lawyer can explain the kinds of damages you can claim in your Charleston […]
Why Do Some People Drink and Drive?
People drive drunk for all kinds of reasons. Researchers have found that alcohol releases endorphins in the brain, making a person feel good. In their intoxicated state, people may then believe that a serious accident will never happen to them. Even given the prevalence of rideshare services, such as Uber or Lyft, to provide a safe way […]