Few people pose an immediate and severe threat as drunk drivers. Motorists who have slowed reaction times, a penchant for impulsivity, and limited physical abilities behind the wheel of a multi-ton vehicle traveling at high speeds? It’s a frightening prospect, and this reckless behavior often leads to devastating accidents.
Let an experienced Arizona drunk driving accident lawyer help you. Call Big Chad Law today at (602) 560-5820. Your consultation is free, and it’s your chance to learn more about our firm, the case ahead, and how we can assist you.
Drunk Driving Violates Arizona Law. This Means Drunk Driving Is Negligence.
You probably already know this, but it bears repeating: Drunk driving violates Arizona law. Drivers with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher, or commercial drivers with a BAC of 0.04 percent or higher, may face charges (and eventually convictions) for driving under the influence (DUI). It is not difficult to understand why drunk driving violates the law. Even buzzed driving can significantly increase the likelihood of an accident happening, as someone under the influence of alcohol may:
- See poorly
- React more slowly
- Lack coordination
- Engage in impulsive (and even reckless) decisions
- Concentrate poorly
- Cannot stay in their lane
- Endanger others far more than sober drivers
In extreme cases, drunk drivers may even fall asleep or be completely oblivious to their surroundings. Whether someone’s BAC reaches 0.08 percent or far higher, they engage in negligent behavior that puts others at an unacceptable risk of injury and death.
Every Victim of a Drunk Driver Deserves Justice. Let an Arizona Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer Demand That Justice for You.
Despite about 1 million people being arrested for drunk driving each year in the United States, the problem remains unsolved. Many take a casual view of driving while impaired, and it’s not until someone causes a severe accident that they may realize the gravity of their negligence.
When you or a loved one suffers harm because of a drunk driver, consider hiring an Arizona drunk driving accident attorney to pursue a fair financial recovery.
People in your shoes often work with an attorney because:
- Life gets very complicated after an accident with a drunk driver: Many accident victims have busy, complicated lives—even before a drunk driver thoughtlessly makes life much more complicated. You may not have the time necessary to lead the caliber of case you are worthy of, and that’s okay. A lawyer will handle your case for you.
- An attorney has experience that is of real value to you: Our lawyers have represented other victims of drunk drivers and done so successfully. When an attorney has such prior experience, they know the best potential legal strategies, possible challenges, and the steps necessary to succeed in your case.
- Your law firm will take the financial weight of your case off your shoulders: It would be one thing if liable insurance companies or the drunk driver agreed to pay fair compensation out of the gates. The truth is, that rarely happens. Your lawyer may fight for the money you deserve by hiring experts and taking other elective measures, and the firm will cover those costs.
- Your health can come first when you hire a lawyer: Victims of drunk drivers often feel pain, psychological and emotional exhaustion, and face a rocky road to recovery. When you allow a lawyer to handle your case, you can limit your responsibilities to recovery (and whatever else in your life requires attention).
If anyone deserves a helping hand, it’s someone whose life a drunk driver’s reckless actions have rocked. An Arizona drunk driving accident attorney from Big Chad Law can help right now, so let them help by calling us as soon as you can.
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Why Choose Big Chad Law When You Need a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer in Chandler?
You now know why to hire a lawyer after a car collision involving a drunk driver. Why, though, should you choose Big Chad Law?
We have answers, which include:
There Is No Out-of-Pocket Cost to Hire an Arizona Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer From Our Team
Our contingency fee agreements place the financial obligations of your case in our hands.
We hope you’ll find immense relief knowing that:
- You will not pay Big Chad Law any money out of your pocket (under any circumstance)
- Our firm is going to cover every case-related expense (including costs you might not have if you didn’t hire our firm, like expert fees)
- Our team only gets paid if we win—which means we’ll do everything we can to deliver the money you deserve
With this structure, Big Chad Law has every motivation to obtain maximum compensation for you. This allows us to be your relentless, unbiased advocates without conflict of interest.
We Have Offices Located Strategically Throughout Arizona (Which Helps Us Resolve Cases Efficiently)
Big Chad Law has four offices located strategically throughout the state. We chose our office locations intentionally, as we want to serve our clients in person, whether they’re in Page, Sedona, Tucson, Phoenix, Sierra Vista, or anywhere else in the state.
When you speak with our firm, we can inform you which of our offices will be leading your case. We will also explain how we can provide effective, in-person representation based on where your drunk driving accident case will take place.
Attorney Big Chad Schaub Has Established a Culture of Aggressive Representation
Attorney Chad Schaub casts a long shadow, standing at more than seven feet tall. This imposing figure is a fitting reflection of our firm, which brings aggression and tenacity to our client’s cases.
Though we advocate tirelessly for all of our clients, drunk driving accident cases warrant a particularly vigorous fight because:
- Drunk drivers engage in an especially heinous form of negligence, and they (or those who represent them) must pay for that negligence
- Drunk drivers often cause severe damages stemming from serious injuries and lost lives
- The Big Chad Law team is composed of Arizonans, and we take it personally when drunk drivers endanger our community members
Whether Attorney Schaub or another lawyer leads your case, trust that our firm will provide passionate, determined advocacy for you.
We Consider Clients Family, and We Consider Our Service Second to None
We are under no illusions about how our firm works. If it weren’t for clients, we couldn’t do the jobs that bring us so much fulfillment and purpose. We never take clients for granted—quite the contrary, we consider them family.
This belief that clients are truly a part of our firm makes it easy to:
- Listen patiently as our clients tell their stories, including those that involve drunk drivers causing accidents
- Contact our clients regularly for updates, check-ins, and brainstorming sessions
- Make ourselves available 24/7 for our clients, who can call, text, and email any time and expect a quick response
- Take a genuine interest in our client’s well-being, which includes their physical, financial, psychological, and emotional recovery after the drunk driving accident
You will know that the Big Chad Law team cares about you. Start by completing a free consultation. Call Big Chad Law today at (602) 560-5820.
How We Have Secured Compensation for Victims of Drunk Drivers in Arizona
When you’re seeking to obtain fair compensation for the cost of a drunk driving accident, turn to someone who has done it before. The attorneys at Big Chad Law have successfully obtained fair settlements and verdicts for victims of drunk drivers throughout Arizona, and we may complete your case by:
Ensuring Nobody Can Violate Your Rights
Protection is the first order of business when we sign a new client.
Some ways we prevent liable parties from violating our clients’ rights (and harming their cases) include:
- Handling the insurance companies:You won’t have to deal with insurance companies—we will. This should help you recover without added stress and ensure insurance companies don’t thwart your effort to secure fair compensation.
- Snuffing out bad-faith tactics: Insurance companies are sometimes honest, but sometimes not. We will nip them in the bud if we spot any bad-faith tactics—like unfair denials, lowball settlement offers, or unnecessary delays. We’ve seen these tactics often and never let them subvert our cases.
- Advising our clients when they need assistance: You may need to make decisions about settlement offers, issue statements about your accident, and take other steps related to your case. We will help make those decisions.
Nobody takes advantage of our clients. We make sure of it.
Securing All Available Proof of Negligence
Your attorney will secure anything that helps us prove the drunk driver’s fault. This may include statements by the drunk driver about the accident, proof of their intoxication, video footage of the accident, witness statements, and expert testimony.
Detailing (and Proving) Your Damages
We will find and use all proof of your accident-related damages, which may include:
- Medical records detailing the injuries and symptoms the drunk driver has caused you
- Medical bills, which will show the medical cost of your accident
- Testimony from experts about your damages, which may include a counselor’s diagnosis of your pain and suffering
- Financial records indicating lost income and other accident-related economic damages
We may also find value in your own statements. In particular, your testimony about physical pain, emotional anguish, and other types of pain and suffering may be insightful.
Demanding a Fair Settlement After Determining Your Case Value
Your lawyer will prepare the required documents to build your case. Where the case is made, though, is in settlement negotiations.
Your attorney will:
- Organize all relevant case materials, such as evidence of fault and documentation of damages, in advance of negotiations
- Calculate the total cost of your damages and detail the valuation
- Present settlement demands to liable parties (which can be in response to an existing offer)
- Negotiate exhaustively with liable parties and review all settlement offers with the client
We have secured many settlements for our clients. Even when liable parties—which often means an insurance company—resist at first, we persist in our demands.
Filing a Lawsuit
Drunk drivers can be sued. The question will be whether suing a drunk driver or any other liable party makes sense in your case.
We will help you determine whether to file a lawsuit. If we negotiate the settlement you deserve, suing may not be worthwhile. However, Big Chad Law prepares every case like it will require a lawsuit.
Persuading a Jury to Pay You Fairly at Trial
If you choose to file a lawsuit against a drunk driver or another liable party, trial is one possible outcome. We can also settle before your case goes to trial. We will be prepared for either possibility, fighting for the money you deserve every step of the way.
What Damages Factor Into a Drunk Driving Accident Case?
Drunk drivers can and do cause catastrophic collisions. Whether because they’re engaged in high-risk activities, slow to brake before a collision, or veering out of their lane into a head-on crash, drunk drivers often leave their victims in severe distress.
Some damages our Chandler drunk driving accident attorneys often see in cases like yours are:
- Pain and suffering (Examples: pain, emotional anguish, and lost quality of life)
- Medical expenses
- Professional damages (Examples: lost income, lost bonuses)
- Vehicle repair costs
We have represented many accident victims facing lifelong disability, as well as those who have tragically lost a loved one because of a drunk driver. Whatever damages you face, Big Chad Law will fight for fair compensation.
Call Big Chad Law Today for Your Free Consultation About Hiring an Arizona Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
Please do not wait to call us about hiring an Arizona personal injury lawyer. You don’t have to hire us simply because you call, so there’s no pressure—pick up the phone, give us a ring, and complete your no-risk consultation for free. Call Big Chad Law today at (602) 560-5820.
Big Chad Law Injury & Accident Lawyers – Phoenix Office
Address: 1610 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 780-1064