Statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that in 2007 alone, drunk drivers were responsible for nearly 13,000 deaths in the United States. To put that number in perspective, 13,000 is roughly double the total number of U.S. casualties in Iraq and Afghanistan ... combined ... since the start of military operations in 2001.
In Arizona, drunk drivers can be held personally accountable for their choices in the state's criminal courts. In fact, if a drunk driver causes an accident that results in serious injuries or death, he or she may -spend up to 10 years in prison upon conviction. While this benefits everyone in the sense that the driver will not be continuing to endanger the rest of us for some time — filing a civil lawsuit is the only course of action that will personally benefit the victims.
At Plattner Verderame, P.C., we've been protecting the rights of drunk driving accident victims in Arizona for decades. We never forget that we work for real people. Every one of our attorneys has been Board Certified in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation by the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization. Working together, we can help you and your family obtain the justice you deserve.
You deserve the same high quality legal representation that the largest corporations have and at our law firm, you'll receive it. Contact us, tell us what happened and learn more about the experience and resources that other attorneys in Arizona and across the country have been relying on us for, for years.
Drunk Driving Injury Lawyer in Phoenix
When a person chooses to drive drunk and then causes an accident, he or she can be held liable for damage he or she has inflicted. In these cases, however, the driver's reckless decision may not be the only one that matters. Under Arizona laws, bars, restaurants and other social hosts may -also be held liable for recklessly choosing to serve alcohol to a guest or customer who is obviously intoxicated. Legally, this is often referred to as dram shop litigation.
Our lawyers handle drunk driving accident and dram shop cases statewide.
Contact a Phoenix Drunk Driving Injury Attorney Today
If a drunk driving accident injured you, call the Plattner Verderame, P.C. in Phoenix at 866.476.3054 or 602.748.4391 for a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer. You can also contact us by filling out the e-mail form on the contact page.
We look forward to working with you on your case.
