Dallas Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers
Drunk Driving Accident Attorneys Serving Injured Clients in Dallas and Surrounding Communities for 25 Years
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be devastating for the driver and others on the road, with consequences such as legal issues, serious injury or death.
If you’ve had a drunk driving accident in Dallas, the attorneys at Thomas J. Henry Law are here to help you prove your claim. We have handled thousands of drunk driving cases and understand fault and liability laws. Call us for your free case consultation.
Leading Causes of Car Accidents in Dallas
There are various contributing factors for Dallas car crashes, including:
- Failure to control speed: The driver cannot slow down or stop to avoid a car accident.
- Inattentiveness: The driver is distracted by their phone, radio, talking or snacking and is not focused on the road.
- Unsafe lane change: The driver changes lanes without regard for right-of-way or other vehicles.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol: Alcohol impairment accidents happen when the driver has a blood alcohol content (BAC) over the legal limit of 0.08. “Under the influence of alcohol” was the crash contributing factor for nearly 16,000 crashes statewide in 2023.
How Fault Is Attributed
For drunk driving crashes in Texas, a judge or jury at trial or an insurance adjuster determines fault based on the evidence of:
- Expert testimony
- Witness statements
- Police reports
- Photographs and videos from the accident
Your Dallas drunk driving lawyer will also investigate the accident to gather critical evidence to build a strong case if it goes to trial.
Punitive Damages
If you sustained injuries in a drunk driving accident, you may be able to recover punitive damages. This compensation is designed to be a punishment for grossly negligent or reckless conduct to discourage DWI in the future. Your Thomas J. Henry lawyer will help determine whether you can claim punitive damages.
Dangers of Alcohol Consumption
When a person drinks alcohol, it passes into the bloodstream, causing side effects like impaired thinking and reasoning and poor muscle coordination. Since these abilities are critical for driving safely, inebriated drivers can make mistakes and engage in reckless behavior, like speeding or failing to obey stop signs. Drunk driving can result in car accidents that cause fatalities or serious injuries.
Entitlement to Compensation
Your drunk driving accident lawyer in Dallas will take immediate action to put you in the best position to seek the maximum recovery for your case. The compensation you may be entitled to can cover compensatory damages such as:
- Medical expenses
- Physical impairment
- Emotional distress
- Lost wages and diminished future income
- Pain and suffering
- Scarring and disfigurement
Dallas Drunk Driving Crash Statistics
Despite the potential consequences of drunk driver accidents, Dallas has some of the most severe alcohol-related crashes and fatalities in Texas. A report from the Texas Department of Transportation found that there were 64 fatal crashes and 72 deaths from DUI crashes in Dallas in 2023, which are among the highest rates in Texas. Most victims of these DUI fatalities were only 21 years old, with 37.67% of fatally injured drivers having a BAC over the legal limit.
While insurance companies may provide compensation, it may not be what you deserve. Thomas J. Henry has a team of over 200 experienced Dallas drunk driving accident lawyers ready to protect your rights and recover fair compensation for your injuries and loss. You can use our legal knowledge and resources for a free case review.
If you were in a Dallas drunk driving accident, call us at 866-747-8731 or contact us to start your case review. Our firm has offices in Dallas, Austin, Houston, San Antonio and Corpus Christi that are open 24/7, including nights and weekends.
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Your questions
answered
We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you make critical decisions, navigate legal process and help you get justice.
Following an accident, there are always more questions than answers. At Thomas J. Henry, we’re here to answer any questions you have about your injury case.
Do I Need an Appointment to Speak with a Dallas Car Accident Lawyer?
We do accept walk-ins at our Dallas office locations; however, for your convenience, you may wish to make an appointment by calling our offices or completing an online contact form. This will help ensure you are able to speak with a Dallas auto accident lawyer when it is most convenient for you.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Auto Accident Lawyer in Dallas?
The attorneys at Thomas J. Henry Law work on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing up-front and owe us nothing unless and until we win your case. It is part of our No Fee Promise. Further, we can even advance money to clients with qualified cases to help cover medical bills and living expenses as you recover.
Do not wait, call Thomas J. Henry Law and speak with one of our Dallas car accident lawyers today.
What Damages Can Be Claimed in a Drunk Driving Accident Lawsuit?
The damages you can claim after a drunk driving crash will depend on the circumstances of your accident and your injuries. Among the most common damages, however, are:
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
- Disfigurement
- Physical impairment
- Past and future medical costs
- Lost wages
How Common is Drunk Driving?
Texas has a history of ranking as the top state in the United States for alcohol-related traffic deaths.
According to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), around 1,468 Texans were killed in drunk driving crashes in 2017. Nationwide, one person dies every 48 minutes from alcohol-impaired crashes, according to 2017 statistics.
I Was Hit by a Drunk Driver, What Should I Do?
If you were injured in an auto accident, even one you were partly responsible for, it is important that you contact a personal injury attorney. In most cases, being partly responsible for a crash does not prevent you from seeking compensation. An experienced attorney can advise you on the best course of action and help secure your claim to damages.
In Texas, you are still allowed to sue for damages even if you are partly responsible for the crash. In crashes in which more than one driver is responsible for the collision, Texas uses a modified comparative fault standard to apportion fault and award damages. Commonly referred to as “proportionate responsibility,” the statute allows an injured person to recover damages based on the percentage of fault each party is determined to have. The more fault the plaintiff is determined to have, the fewer damages they will be allowed to recover.
Why
choose
us?
We help clients across the U.S. with all types of injury cases, including vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, product recalls, pharmaceutical cases, mass tort, and more.
Thomas J. Henry offers a “No Fee Promise.” We work on a contingency fee basis which means you do not pay our firm any fees unless and until we win your case. Learn more.
If you’ve been hurt, you may have a damaged vehicle or be unable to work. We can help get you a rental car if your vehicle is damaged and even advance money on qualified cases.
We are committed to your complete recovery. We will work with you to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment and support for your healing journey.
If you’ve been hurt, you may not be able to come into our offices to speak to an attorney. Don’t worry, we will come to you wherever you are – at home, work, or hospital.
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