Distracted drivers, worn-out drivers, and even drunk drivers can all contribute to auto accidents. Every auto collision needs to be treated seriously. Reynaldo Diaz has expertise in managing cases involving collisions brought on by another driver’s irresponsibility.
The financial burden your automobile accident has placed on your life can be lessened with assistance from Reynaldo Diaz and his team. Damages from car accidents might include fatalities or very serious injuries. Many auto accident victims are unclear about what to do next or where to turn after an accident. To learn more about your legal options if you have medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages due to someone else’s negligence, it’s crucial to call an attorney right once.
If you have been injured or believe you have a claim due to an auto accident, contact us at any of our offices.
According to Texas law, intoxicated while driving means having a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 or higher. Regardless of the BAC, a person is considered intoxicated and driving under the influence if impaired in any way. A typical drinker can achieve that level of drunkenness with two or three drinks in an hour. For women and adolescents, drinking one or two drinks in an hour may lead even more rapidly to a BAC of 0.08.
If you are in an automobile accident with a driver you believe to be intoxicated, call the police. Police officers frequently detain a driver suspected of being drunk or under the influence of a substance. If the driver is found guilty, a criminal prosecution may be brought against them, and they may be sentenced to penalties, have their license suspended, or possibly go to jail.
While a criminal prosecution results in punishment for the driver, it frequently accomplishes nothing for the people the driver hurt in collisions. Seeking compensation for injuries resulting from a collision with an intoxicated driver is unrelated to the criminal processes. Our attorneys can assist you in pursuing the settlement you are due. The civil claim against an intoxicated driver begins when they are deemed to be driving while under the influence and are a danger to others.
1,077
STATEWIDE FATALITIES WHERE A DRIVER WAS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL IN 2021
2,551
SUSPECTED SERIOUS DUI INJURIES STATEWIDE IN 2021
936
FATAL DUI CRASHES STATEWIDE IN 2021
In addition, to the intoxicated driver at the wheel being culpable, bars and restaurants in Texas can be held liable for drunk driving accidents in certain situations. The law determining whether a bar or other establishment can be held liable is called the “Dram Shop Act.” A bar or restaurant can be held additionally responsible if they serve an individual who is “obviously” intoxicated. As one might expect, most Dram Shop charges center on whether the defendant was served alcohol while they were obviously intoxicated. In these situations, witnesses, security footage, bar receipts, and toxicology records are frequently used as evidence. Reynaldo Diaz and his team have experience collecting facts related to toxicology reports and the necessary information pertaining to the establishment serving alcohol, as well as experts to interpret and analyze the data.
While not all drunk driving collisions result in fatalities, they frequently have significant medical and financial repercussions. Nobody should ever have to be alone to deal with the consequences of another person’s irresponsibility while operating a vehicle. Rey Diaz and his team will fight for justice for those who have been injured in a DWI accident. Be assured that you have a capable legal team working to put your life back on track. Accidents happen instantly, but rehabilitation takes time. Rey is here to assist you in finding the correct road to healing from your injuries and the compensation to which you are entitled. If you have been injured or believe you have a claim due to a car accident caused by a drunk driver, contact us at any of our offices.
DUI INVOLVED CRASHES IN BEXAR COUNTY
This is the second time Mr. Diaz has represented me and I couldn’t be any more glad about the job he’s done. He always takes care of his clients. If you ever need an injury attorney I definitely recommend his services! Thank you again, sir.
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Alex C.
