Get The Legal Help You Need After A Drunk Driving Accident
For more than 25 years, our attorney has been a trusted advocate for drunk driving accident victims in Shelbyville and Central Kentucky. We understand how devastating this is for you and your family. A reckless act like this can turn your life upside down in an instant, leaving you with physical injuries, emotional trauma and mounting financial burdens.
What you face after a drunk driving accident can be overwhelming. Medical bills, lost wages and the complexities of insurance claims can quickly become unmanageable. That is why you need an experienced attorney who understands the nuances of Kentucky’s drunk driving laws and can fight for your rights.
Our firm combines small-town dedication with big-city results. We work with a legal team to give your case the attention it needs. This approach helps us guide you through the legal process of getting compensation.
Personal Injury Claims Versus Criminal Cases
In Kentucky, drunk driving incidents often lead to two separate legal processes: criminal prosecution and civil personal injury claims. While both address the drunk driver’s actions, they serve different purposes and have distinct outcomes. Let us break down these two avenues:
- Criminal case: The state charges the driver with DUI, typically for a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. Even lower BAC levels could lead to charges if drinking contributed to the accident. Penalties include fines, license suspension and possible jail time.
- Civil damages: You can sue the drunk driver in a civil suit for compensation, regardless of their BAC or criminal case outcome. This claim covers medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering and other accident-related damages. Your ability to file a claim isn’t dependent on the driver’s BAC level or the outcome of any criminal DUI case.
These two processes are separate. A criminal conviction does not automatically result in compensation, and even if a driver is acquitted criminally, you may still have a strong civil case.
Who Is Liable For My Kentucky Drunk Driving Accident And Injuries?
While the intoxicated driver usually bears primary responsibility, Kentucky law recognizes that others may share the blame in certain circumstances, such as bars or restaurants. Under the state’s dram shop laws, businesses serving alcohol may be partly liable if they serve alcohol to someone under the legal drinking age or to a person who is already visibly intoxicated, and that person later causes an accident.
With our experienced drunk driving accident attorney, we will look into every angle of your case. Our team at J. Robinson Law Firm, PLLC, will work hard to identify all responsible parties to help you get the compensation you need to recover from injuries and losses.
How Our Legal Team Can Help
When you work with us after being injured by a drunk driver, our team and legal network will assist you in the following ways:
- Comprehensive investigation: We conduct a thorough examination of the circumstances of the accident.
- Evidence gathering: We collect and preserve crucial evidence, including police reports and witness statements.
- Experienced consultation: We work with accident reconstruction experts when necessary.
- Insurance communication: We handle all interactions with insurance companies on your behalf.
- Damage calculation: We determine the full extent of your damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
- Aggressive negotiation: We fight for a fair settlement that covers all your losses.
- Trial preparation: We will prepare your case for court if a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached.
Our drunk driving accident lawyer understands the nuances of Kentucky law and how it applies to your case. We will guide you through every step of the legal process, ensuring you are informed and comfortable with the progress of your claim.
Build Your Drunk Driving Accident Case With Experienced Legal Counsel
Our dedicated personal injury legal team is ready to assist you in seeking fair compensation after a drunk driving accident. As an experienced lawyer, John Robinson works hand-in-hand with this network to give you well-rounded support for your case. By working as a group, we bring together different legal skills to support your case better.
We offer free initial consultations to discuss your situation and legal options. If you need help today, contact our firm at 502-805-9602 or through this online form to set up a meeting.
