According to recent news reports from Los Angeles California 11 people have suffered injury one of whom was critically hurt after a group of bicyclists was struck by a suspected drunk driver on Thursday June 16 around 2 a.m. The injury accident happened on Jefferson Boulevard at Rodeo Drive as a group of riders believed to be part of the Midnight Ridazz was reportedly stopped in the bike lane waiting for other members to join them. Thats when 27-year-old Chrsitina Dahabs vehicle jumped the curb and struck the group of 15-20 bicyclists. The injured victims were taken to local hospitals; one adult male was critically injured. Dahab has since been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI). The struck riders were also reported to have been in a much larger group of approximately 100 bicyclists.
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Depending on the specifics of this unfortunate accident a number of parties may bear liability for such a wreck. While a suspected drunk driver can be held civilly liable for their own actions in addition to facing any criminal charges that may also be brought as a result of such an accident many states also have dram shop laws that hold negligent bars and restaurants accountable for their own actions should the over-service of alcohol have occurred prior to an injury accident. However such issues often cannot be properly assessed prior to a thorough third party investigation being conducted that can look into such issues.
Texas Drunk Driving Accident Attorney Michael Grossman
