What Damages are Available in a Drunk Driving Accident?
While drunk drivers often face criminal charges as a consequence of their actions, you may need a greater form of justice. You may have medical expenses, pain and suffering, income loss, and other damages. Allow an attorney from Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers to fight for compensation covering such damages—it’s what we do for our clients.
Contact Big Chad Law injury and accident lawyers today at (602) 833-2353 for your free, no-obligation consultation about hiring a Mesa drunk driving accident lawyer. Our team is always available and provides a stress-free, no-risk experience, so don’t wait to complete your consultation.
Mesa Drunk Driving Accident Guide:
- Why Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers Should Be Your First Call After a Drunk Driving Accident in Mesa
- We Represent Victims Affected by Fatal Drunk Driving Collisions
- Whether By Insurance Claim or Lawsuit, We Will Demand Justice for You
- What a Mesa Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer from Our Team Will Do for You
- Damages Victims Often Face After Collisions with Drunk Drivers
- Call Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers Today for Your Free Consultation
Drunk Driving Is One of the Most Dangerous Forms of Negligence
Every instance of negligence demands a fair outcome for the victim. That said, drunk driving is a particularly egregious form of negligence that must never be downplayed because:
- Drunk driving is a fatal threat to Americans’ lives, with about 37 people passing away daily in collisions related to drunk driving.
- There is widespread awareness about how dangerous drunk driving is, which means there is no excuse for engaging in the act.
- There are many affordable options for avoiding drunk driving, including rideshare services.
- Intoxication can be dangerous in many circumstances but is especially hazardous when the intoxicated individual is operating a multi-ton vehicle that can travel at high speeds.
- Intoxication makes motorists exceedingly likely to cause an accident, as they can be more likely to engage in risky behavior, slow to react to changing conditions, and a general hazard to others.
It’s also worth noting again that driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in Arizona. This alone indicates that anyone who drives while drunk (or under the influence of other impairing substances) is in the wrong.
We Will Prove That a Drunk Driver Endangered You Through Negligence
Negligence means taking unreasonable action or unreasonably failing to take certain action. While disputes over what constitutes negligence can arise, few will ever argue that drunk driving is a reasonable behavior. Though impaired is obviously negligence, you still must prove the legal elements for a successful claim.
The attorneys at Big Chad Law injury and accident lawyers often prove that drunk drivers are negligent by:
- Stating that the drunk driver owed you (or your loved one) a duty of care: Every motorist has a duty of care, and that duty compels them not to drive while unfit to do so.
- Proving how the drunk driver breached their duty of care: This, in short, will mean proving their intoxication at the time the collision occurred.
- Establishing that the driver’s intoxication contributed to your accident: We may just need to show that the motorist caused your car accident, even if it’s not definitive that their intoxication was the direct cause. In many cases, though, it’s apparent that the driver’s diminished state increased the chances of a crash.
- Proving the harm you’ve suffered because of the drunk driver: We will furnish documentation of your economic and non-economic damages, including but not limited to medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
We may also determine other negligent parties besides the impaired motorist who, therefore, owe you compensation. Such parties can include:
- An establishment that served the driver too much alcohol
- An employer whose employee drove drunk while working (or to or from work)
- Any other parties who contributed directly to the accident or have financial responsibility for the drunk driver’s actions
Let the team at Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers worry about these legal issues. We know how to identify and document negligence, and we know how to get justice when a drunk driver upends a victim’s life without warning or concern.
Why Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers Should Be Your First Call After a Drunk Driving Accident in Mesa
When you need a drunk driving accident lawyer in Mesa, Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers should be at the top of your list. We will put our work ethic, results, and client care up against any firm in Arizona, and you should pick us to represent you because:
We Have Advocated for Arizonans from Day One
Attorney Chad Schaub, our firm’s namesake, is a sixth-generation Arizonan. Many of our attorneys and support staff are also natives of The Grand Canyon State. These deep roots in the Arizona sand means:
- Our cases, including drunk driving accident cases, mean more to our lawyers
- We take it personally when drunk drivers and other negligent parties endanger fellow Arizonans
- We have a deep familiarity with and understanding of Arizona law
- We have dealt with many lawyers, insurance providers, and defendants in Mesa (and throughout Arizona)
We are proud to serve Arizona, and you will see that in our attention to your case.
Our Firm Has Helped Many Victims of Drunk Drivers Get Fair Compensation
Every case places unique demands on the attorney, and drunk driving accident cases are no exception. Our attorneys have obtained fair settlements and verdicts for many victims of drunk drivers throughout Arizona, and this experience is priceless.
Unfamiliarity with drunk driving claims and lawsuits is one reason you may hire Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers. We ask you to rely on Big Chad’s experience, which places your case on solid footing from the very start.
We Cover Your Case Costs (and Spare No Expense)
We take full advantage of the contingency fee. This is a fee agreement that works well for our clients because it means:
- We cover all case-related expenses
- You don’t pay any out-of-pocket fee (ever)
- We must secure compensation for you to receive our fee
Our Mesa personal injury lawyer is always on the client’s side, but this incentive-based fee structure further cements that. Because our drunk driving accident lawyers receive a percentage of the settlements and judgments they secure, you will know that we’re fighting for the largest financial recovery possible.
Big Chad and His Team Consider Clients Family
Law firms define themselves in several ways, including by the results they obtain for their clients. However, how we treat our clients is one of our greatest differentiators at Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers.
Every person we represent:
- Has a direct relationship with their attorney, whether it’s Big Chad or another one of our proven lawyers
- Can reach out to us whenever they’d like (and expect immediate answers)
- Gets to tell their story without feeling rushed or talked down to
- Can lean on us through one of the most difficult times in their lives
We will also create a one-of-a-kind case strategy for you. This strategy will have a clear goal: Hold the drunk driver accountable and secure the compensation you deserve for accident-related harm.
We Represent Victims Affected by Fatal Drunk Driving Collisions
If you have lost a loved one because of a drunk driver, you are not alone. The Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers team has your back, and we will provide the compassionate brand of representation that wrongful death cases require.
Please accept our entire team’s sympathies if you are facing a recent loss. You want to choose the right Mesa fatal drunk driving accident lawyer because:
- There is one chance to get justice for a wrongful death, and we know you want to take full advantage of it (by hiring a qualified lawyer)
- The cost of wrongful death is always high, and you must be sure to get fair compensation to match your immense loss
- If liable parties are not willing to offer a fair settlement, there is a chance your wrongful death case in Mesa will require a trial
Compassion is part and parcel of the Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers experience. Whether you have lost a loved one or survived an accident of your own, allow our firm to compassionately lead your case.
Whether By Insurance Claim or Lawsuit, We Will Demand Justice for You
Your drunk driving accident attorney from Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers will evaluate your unique circumstances and create a detailed case strategy. Two of the primary ways that drunk driving accident victims seek compensation are:
- Insurance claims, which can be with a third party’s insurance company, your own insurance company, or both
- A lawsuit, which is often appropriate in egregious cases of negligence such as drunk driving
Our team will talk with you. We will uncover your goals for the case, explain the pros and cons of each approach, and propose our advice. Ultimately, we serve you. If you want to file a lawsuit, every option is on the table with Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers on your side.
What a Mesa Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer from Our Team Will Do for You
There is nothing easy about completing a drunk driving accident case successfully. Having a lawyer handle your case will spare you stress, hopefully benefit your mental health, and ideally, recover compensation for you as soon as possible.
Big Chad Schaub and his team of dedicated legal professionals can benefit you by:
Contacting the Law Enforcement Agency That Oversaw Your Accident
Often, law enforcement’s investigation of a drunk driving accident is relevant to our civil case. We will reach out to law enforcement to:
- See if they have identified the drunk driver (in the case they left the accident scene)
- Gather identifying information about the drunk driver
- Provide any relevant information we have uncovered during our own investigation
- Identify any evidence, like breathalyzer test results, that may be relevant to our case
Our attorneys do everything in our power to strengthen clients’ cases, including reaching out immediately to Mesa PD or any other involved agency.
Securing All Relevant Evidence from the Drunk Driving Accident
Our lawyers will bring an unrivaled urgency to your case, in part because we need to secure evidence of the drunk driver’s negligence. We will seek:
- Any admission by the driver that they were intoxicated
- Breathalyzer test results
- Video of the driver taking a field sobriety test
- A police report
- Video of the accident
- Eyewitness accounts of the accident
Several other forms of evidence may help us build a winning case, and we will gather that evidence quickly.
Documenting All of Your Accident-Related Damages
We answer the central question: How did the drunk driver in Mesa harm you?
Your lawyer may answer this question with several forms of documentation, including:
- Medical records, including images of your personal injuries, bills, and your doctors’ precise diagnoses of your injuries
- Bills for vehicle repairs, ridesharing services (or a rental vehicle), and replacement of damaged personal items
- A mental health service provider’s diagnosis of any post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other pain and suffering you endure
Many people injured by drunk drivers need time to heal. This can cause you to lose income, and we will obtain any financial records that document that loss of income.
Seeking a Settlement
Your lawyer from Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers will be personally responsible for securing the settlement you deserve. First, we will calculate the long-term cost of your drunk driving accident, which will include both economic and non-economic damages.
Handling Any Legal Case You Pursue
Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers will represent you if you choose to sue a drunk driver or any other liable party. We can even take your case to court if you decide it’s the right decision (and we will help you make that decision).
Damages Victims Often Face After Collisions with Drunk Drivers
Drunk drivers often cause catastrophic harm. They are often disoriented, which can cause high-speed, high-impact accidents that result in:
- Pain and suffering
- The cost of counseling and other mental health services
- Medical costs
- Rehabilitation-related costs
- Property repairs (and, potentially, replacement of a totaled vehicle)
- Lost income
- Diminished earning capacity
Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers know the cost of disabling injuries, which is typically higher than injuries that heal. We also know the high cost of wrongful deaths, so let us represent you in Mesa.
Call Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers Today for Your Free Consultation
We know that you’re healing, and we want you to prioritize your health. Allow us to place your case in the best possible position by speaking with us as soon as possible.
Contact Big Chad Law injury and accident lawyers today at (602) 833-2353 for your free consultation about why you should work with a Mesa drunk driving accident lawyer from our team.
Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers – Mesa Office
Address: 326 W Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
Phone: (602) 833-2353