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Los Angeles Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Alcohol use in underage persons has risen more than 25 percent over the past 5 years, according to Mothers Against Drunk Driving. California’s DUI laws make it illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or greater. Those who operate commercial vehicles cannot legally drive with BAC exceeding .04 percent.

California drunk driving accidents

Traffic safety data indicates that drivers under the age of 21 are responsible for more than 10 percent of all drunk driving accidents, and California has one of the highest DUI rates in the country. Los Angeles County alone sees more than 1,000 DUI arrests annually, which is notably higher than surrounding counties.

If you or someone you love has been affected by the reckless actions of an alcohol-impaired driver, the law is on your side. As a leading drunk driving accident attorney in Los Angeles, Sean F. Salamati has the resources and expertise to pursue justice and fair compensation following this type of preventable tragedy. Renowned for aggressive personal injury representation, Salamati Law attorneys have substantial practice handling and winning DUI cases.

Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a clear example of negligence.  Drunk driving puts innocent pedestrians and motorists at risk of serious injury or death. Though the criminal court system can impose jail time and penalties for convicted drivers, it does nothing in the manner of compensation for DUI accident victims and their families.

The Los Angeles car crash attorneys of Salamati Law have extensive knowledge regarding car accident liability in California, and is dedicated to achieving justice for the surviving victims of drunk driving accidents, as well as those grieving family members who were left behind.

DUI statistics in Los Angeles and California

The average person has driven while alcohol-impaired at least 80 times before their first DUI arrest, reports the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

The following are sobering statistics about drunk driving crashes in CA:

  • 2014 drunk driving fatalities represent 28.9 percent of total traffic deaths in California
  • Last year saw 867 DUI-related deaths in California – a 4.67 increase
  • In 2012, the average age of a California DUI arrestee was 30 years old
  • Felony drunk driving arrest rates hover around 2.6 percent
  • In Los Angeles, alcohol-related accidents jump more than 50 percent on Super Bowl Sundays

Legal remedies for DUI victims

In California, a person who causes a serious or fatal accident due to excess alcohol consumption will generally face two types of litigation – criminal and civil. A drunk driver may face charges of vehicular manslaughter or DUI with injury, and if found guilty of the crime, sent to prison. Such criminal sanctions are significant and play an important role in deterring DUI crashes. However, victims may also pursue a civil case against the offending driver for either personal injury or wrongful death, even if the driver escapes a criminal conviction.

A wrongful death or personal injury lawsuit can demand financial compensation for the economic and non-economic losses suffered by drunk driver victims and their families. Moreover, these cases are sometimes resolved out of court, without the strain of a civil trial—irrespective of a criminal DUI conviction.

To collect what’s rightfully yours, it’s vital to choose a Los Angeles law firm with a proven track record. Attorney Sean Salamati and colleagues stay abreast of California state statutes and DUI laws, and have procured millions of dollars on behalf of clients over the years.

Damages in drunk driving accident lawsuits

Our legal team understands the life-altering injuries and devastation caused by drunk drivers, and works tirelessly to ensure offenders are held liable for the physical, emotional and monetary losses suffered by victims. In some situations, the business or individual who furnished the alcohol to the drunk driver may be found liable as well.

It is not uncommon for alcohol-impaired drivers — whose reckless behavior caused injury or death — to be underinsured or lack any type of insurance coverage. In these types of cases, having a knowledgeable car accident lawyer can make a world of difference between securing a favorable settlement and nothing at all.

Settlements and jury verdicts in DUI cases will take into account the following losses:

  • Related medical and hospital bills
  • Future medical expenses
  • Lost income
  • Loss of future earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Disfigurement
  • Physical impairment
  • Property damage
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium
  • Burial and funeral expenses
  • Punitive damages to punish and deter similar behavior

Here at Salamati Law, we have more than 20 years of experience negotiating with California insurers on behalf of clients, and we don’t back down until we recover the maximum value of your claim.

Los Angeles attorney for drunk driver victims

When you partner with attorney Sean Salamati, you are assured compassionate and attentive service, and a sincere commitment to holding negligent drivers accountable for their actions. Catastrophic injury and the loss of life because of the senseless acts of an intoxicated driver are among the most agonizing scenarios imaginable.

Our attorneys work hard to ensure clients can move forward with their lives in the aftermath of a drunk driving accident. For efficient, effective legal advocacy, please call us today and schedule a free consultation. 888-259-4060.

Drunk Driving Accident Resources:

  1. Mothers Against Drunk Driving, California Drunk Driving http://www.madd.org/drunk-driving/state-stats/California.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/
  2. California Office of Traffic Safety, CALIFORNIA TRAFFIC SAFETY QUICK STATS http://www.ots.ca.gov/OTS_and_Traffic_Safety/Score_Card.asp
  3. California DMV, DUI & DWI in California http://www.dmv.org/ca-california/automotive-law/dui.php
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