Orlando Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Drunk driving accident victims in Florida can depend on an Orlando drunk driving accident lawyer here at Tropical Injury Law Firm to provide them with the seasoned legal counsel they deserve. Contact us today to learn more about these accidents and how our firm can help you if you are a drunk driving accident victim.

Do I Need a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer?

Drunk driving accidents are particularly devastating, in large part because they are just so avoidable. However, many people make the mistake of driving while intoxicated and end up hurting themselves or others. Those injured in drunk driving accidents should hire an Orlando auto accident lawyer who has significant experience handling these cases, which often involve a criminal element as well.

After an Accident With a Drunk Driver

After sustaining injuries in an accident with a drunk driver, you should take the following steps to help ensure your safety and that the accident doesn’t go unreported:

1. Call the police and get the driver’s insurance information. If you suspect he or she is drunk or dangerous, remain in your car with the doors locked until law enforcement arrives. When law enforcement arrives, they will most likely breathalyze the individual. We can use the results of this test as evidence in a personal injury claim down the road.
2. Take pictures of any damage to your car or the other driver’s car, as well as damaged property.
3. Ask witnesses for their name, phone number, and email address.
4. Once law enforcement arrives, receive medical treatment at a hospital and keep a copy of all documentation pertaining to your injuries.
5. Hire a competent Orlando drunk driving accident lawyer.

Florida’s Dram Shop Law

Most states have dram shop laws in place that allow those who’ve been injured by drunk drivers to also sue the establishment that served the drunk driver (in certain cases). Unlike many other states, in Florida, an injured person may not sue an establishment that served alcohol to someone who was already “visibly intoxicated” and causes an accident. Instead, an injured person may only sue an establishment that served a person alcohol if the establishment either knew the person was habitually addicted to alcohol or was underage. That being said, if we can prove either scenario in your case, you may recover compensation from both the drunk driver and the establishment that served him or her.

Statute of Limitations

As with all personal injury claims, there is a statute of limitations in place. You are required to file your personal injury claim within two years of the date of your accident. Many people make the mistake of waiting longer than two years–don’t be one of them. If you do, you will permanently lose your right to sue. Speak with an Orlando drunk driving accident lawyer today.

Contact an Orange County Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Drunk driving accident victims deserve compassionate and aggressive legal representation in their pursuit of financial compensation. Our firm is proud to have helped many drunk driving accident victims over the years, and we are ready to help you as well. Contact Tropical Injury Law Firm to schedule your free consultation with our seasoned firm.