Most people know that drinking and driving is dangerous, yet despite this, and despite the prevalence of ride-sharing to help you get home safely after a night out, people still get behind the wheel after drinking. The aftermath of a drunk driving accident can change the victim’s life forever and often alters their family dynamic, as well. At Burton Law Firm, we seek to hold these negligent, reckless drivers accountable for their actions and demand fair compensation for victims of DUI accidents. Contact our firm today for a free consultation with a Chapel Hill, NC, DUI accident lawyer.
What Does A Chapel Hill DUI Accident Lawyer Do?
Our DUI accident attorneys are personal injury lawyers who represent the interests and legal rights of people hurt after being struck by a drunk driver, not representing the driver themselves in court. We prepare a case of negligence against the driver, proving that they had a blood alcohol concentration above the legal limit (in North Carolina, it’s 0.08%BAC) and that their decision to drive after drinking led to the accident.
We gather evidence, such as the information in the police report and any record of the driver’s arrest or the results of a breath, blood, or urine alcohol test. Then, we use our thorough knowledge of North Carolina drink-driving and personal injury laws to build a strong case and demand that you be fairly compensated for your losses.
Proving Negligence In A DUI Accident Claim
The crux of a drunk driving injury case is proving that the other driver was negligent and, therefore, is liable for your injuries and material losses. We use a four-prong legal argument to do so:
- The driver had a duty of care for your safety (all licensed drivers in NC must adhere to traffic laws, including not driving drunk)
- They chose to drive after drinking too much and caused the accident
- You were injured in the accident caused by the drunk driver
- You suffered losses because of the accident
Personal injury claims in DUI accidents are the legal avenue for you to claim compensation for all the losses you suffered after the accident, both economic and non-economic. You likely suffered material losses, like the expense of repairing or replacing your car and your medical bills. You may have missed work because of your injuries and so suffered a loss of wages, as well.
You are also entitled to compensation for the pain and suffering of your injuries and the emotional trauma of the incident. These losses, while non-material, still have significant value, and we strive for the maximum compensation available to you.
Have You Been Hurt In A DUI Accident? We Want To Help.
If you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash with a drunk driver, the attorneys at Burton Law Firm want to help you demand compensation. We believe that these reckless drivers should be held accountable for their actions in every legal aspect, and we’re prepared to demand fair compensation on your behalf. Contact us today to speak with an experienced Chapel Hill DUI accident lawyer.