Drunk driving accident statistics and helpful information for victims
More people are killed or injured by drunk drivers in Texas than in any other state in the country. Drunk driving is getting completely out of hand. A recent report filed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2007, over 1,200 people were killed by drunk drivers in our state. Almost five people die every day to drunk drivers. Of all the traffic accident fatalities in our state, over 45% are caused by drunk drivers. The northern and eastern parts of the state are particularly at risk, accounting for over 40% of all drunk driving fatalities in the state.
Through a successful personal injury lawsuit, an experienced attorney can help you receive compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and mental/emotional turmoil. But don't fight this legal battle alone. Drunk driving accident lawsuits frequently involve many legal difficulties, such as multiple defendants through a dram shop cause of action. These difficulties can be overwhelming for those without extensive legal experience.
Posted by:
Dallas personal injury attorney Michael Grossman
| Posted on:
12/18/2009
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As a Texas attorney practicing for 20 years, I have litigated all manner of personal injury cases. I use this blog as a place to write opinion / editorial articles on a variety of topics that catch my interest and as a means of sharing news stories relevant to personal injury accidents. I think the overwhelming majority of people are unaware just how common these types of accidents are and I hope this blog raises awareness to rather serious public safety concerns. However, this blog is simply a means for me to share my opinions and I would recommend that anyone who is considering seeking legal counsel should contact their family attorney.
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