Drunk Driving Accidents – Lawyers handling Auto Accident Cases in Detroit and throughout the State of Michigan

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than a quarter million people are injured each year in alcohol-related crashes. Every 31 minutes someone in the U.S. is killed in an alcohol-related auto accident, and every two minutes someone is injured.

When a driver makes the reckless decision to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the victim of any resulting auto accident may pursue civil damages for his or her injuries. At the law offices of Sinas, Dramis, Brake, Boughton, & McIntyre, P.C., our auto accident attorneys are dedicated to providing effective and compassionate personalized legal representation to the victims of drunk driving accidents and their families. If a family member has been injured or killed as a result of a negligent driver's actions, we can file a person injury or wrongful death claim to hold the at-fault driver accountable for his or her actions. Contact one of our attorneys who handle drunk driver auto accident cases today to schedule a free consultation. We can review the specific facts of the case and help you and your family recover damages allowed under Michigan law against the at-fault driver.

Drunk Driving Accidents

The NHTSA reports that on average, alcohol-related accidents accounted for approximately 16,000 fatalities in the United States or 39 percent of the total number of traffic fatalities during a given year. Drunk driving accidents are a major problem on America's roadways. The fact that driving while under the influence of alcohol (or another intoxicating substance) is a willful choice that places others on the road in jeopardy means that drunk drivers who cause fatalities must be held accountable for their actions.

In the State of Michigan, the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit to operate a motor vehicle for an adult 21 years of age or older is .08 percent - anything over this limit is considered illegal. For persons under the legal drinking age of 21 however, a .01 percent BAC level is considered illegal under the state's zero tolerance policy on underage drinking. Driving while under the influence in the State of Michigan can result in various criminal charges being brought against the intoxicated driver. In addition, under Michigan’s No-Fault law, there are numerous benefits that are available to the injured party or his or her family in case of a death. An auto accident lawyer from the Sinas Dramis Law Firm can help you understand your legal rights and assist you and your family in obtaining the just compensation you deserve.

If you are the victim of a drunk driving accident, one of our auto accident attorneys who represents clients throughout the State of Michigan, including Detroit, can help you obtain the compensation you are entitled to receive under Michigan law. Contact our personal injury lawyers today to schedule a free consultation and case review.

Driving Under the Influence

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving under the influence (DUI) do not refer only to drinking and driving. DWI and DUI can also mean that a driver was operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of an illegal drug, such as cocaine or marijuana, or even over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications that warn against use while driving. These substances have been shown to impair the performance of the essential mental and motor functions necessary to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Motorists that drive impaired are oftentimes negligent when involved in an accident.  If determined to be negligent, the at-fault driver can be held responsible for any damage and injury he or she may cause. In addition to facing criminal charges, DWI/DUI drivers are liable for compensating anyone who is injured as a result of their negligent actions. Contact Sinas, Dramis, Brake, Boughton & McIntyre, P.C. — serving the entire state of Michigan, including Detroit — to speak with an auto accident lawyer about your potential case.

Victims' Rights

If you have been injured by a person who was driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you have rights. The willful choice to drive while intoxicated is reckless and represents a blatant disregard for public safety. An auto accident lawyer can, in the appropriate case, file a lawsuit on your behalf for both economic and non-economic losses, such as pain and suffering. In some cases, depending on the severity of the impaired driver's actions and his or her BAC level, you may also be able to file a suit for special damages to help ensure that the negligent driver is appropriately penalized and his or her actions are not repeated.

Individuals who have suffered a catastrophic injury, such as a spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury, because of the negligent actions of a drunk driver should contact an experienced lawyer who handles auto accident cases to discuss their legal options. At Sinas, Dramis, Brake, Boughton, & McIntyre, P.C., we have successfully handled many DUI claims; contact one of our auto accident lawyers representing clients throughout the State of Michigan, including Detroit, Flint, Lansing, Jackson, Grand Rapids, and Kalamazoo, for a complimentary case review.

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Victims of drunk driving accidents have rights. Residents in the Lansing, Flint, Grand Rapids, Jackson, Kalamazoo, and Detroit, Michigan areas can contact an auto accident lawyer today to schedule a free consultation. We will explain your legal rights and help you obtain the compensation you deserve for your accident-related injuries.