Dallas Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers

Suing Drunk Drivers in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Drunk driving kills innocent people every day. Between 2012 and 2021, drunk driving caused 13,536 fatalities in Texas, making up a staggering 37% of all traffic fatalities. If you or a loved one was harmed by a drunk driver, you deserve compensation for your injuries. That’s why our drunk driving accident lawyers at J. Alexander Law Firm provide aggressive representation to victims in Dallas and the surrounding areas. 

From filing a claim to gathering evidence to negotiating a fair settlement, we can fight tirelessly for the compensation you deserve. As experienced trial lawyers, we have years of litigation experience to safeguard your rights against evasive insurance companies, freeing you to focus on making a swift recovery. If you were harmed by a drunk driver in DFW, our advocates can guide your legal steps wisely while working diligently to recover just compensation on your behalf. 

Drunk driving accidents can leave victims in pain and unsure of where to turn. (214) 206-3264 to schedule a free consultation with our Dallas lawyers.

Common Drunk Driver Injuries

From minor bruises to catastrophic injuries, drunk driving accidents can result in severe harm to victims, including long-term disabilities and even death. Common injuries sustained in drunk driving accidents include: 

Proving Fault in Texas Drunk Driving Accidents

Establishing liability in a drunk driving accident can be complex and challenging. Because the plaintiff bears the burden of proof in drunk driving lawsuits, securing experienced representation from a qualified drunk driving accident lawyer is paramount to recovering fair compensation for your injuries. 

At J. Alexander Law Firm, our attorneys are well-versed in the legal intricacies of drunk driving lawsuits to hold liable parties accountable. We can help you establish liability by demonstrating the following elements: 

• Duty of care: The liable party owed the victim a duty of care, such as by obeying traffic laws and practicing safe driving. 
• Breach of duty: The liable breached their duty by acting negligently (driving while impaired). 
• Causation: The liable party’s breach directly caused the accident.
• Damages: The victim suffered compensatory damages as a result of the accident. 

Remember, proving liability requires a thorough evaluation of your case and its unique circumstances. Our attorneys can review your claim with a practiced legal eye, strengthen your claim with relevant evidence, and represent your best interests at trial if necessary, improving your chance of recovering maximum compensation. 

Recoverable Damages in Texas Drunk Driving Lawsuits

If you were hit by a drunk driver, Texas law allows you to seek damages for your injuries. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, you may be eligible to recover compensation for various damages. Common types of damages include: 

• Economic damages cover direct financial losses, such as hospital bills, medical expenses, ongoing and future treatment costs, prescription medications, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, and property damage.
• Non-economic damages cover indirect subjective losses, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium, permanent scarring and disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. 
• Punitive damages may be awarded in rare cases involving extreme negligence. Unlike the above damages, punitive damages are specifically granted for the purpose of punishing the defendant and deterring similar behavior in the future.  

What Is Dram Shop Liability?

In some circumstances, victims of drunk driving accidents may be eligible to sue the business that sold alcohol to the impaired driver under Texas dram shop laws. These laws impose legal liability on state-licensed alcohol vendors, making it possible to sue bars, liquor stores, restaurants, and other establishments for damages caused by intoxicated patrons. The establishment may be liable if they:

1. Served alcohol to someone who was visibly intoxicated and posed a danger to others. 
2. Served alcohol to a minor who caused the DWI crash that injured you or your loved ones. 

Keep in mind that dram shop liability is notoriously challenging to prove. Working with a skilled attorney is critical to pursuing a fair settlement. At J. Alexander Law Firm, our lawyers have extensive knowledge of dram shop laws to aggressively seek justice. 

Why Partner with J. Alexander Law Firm?

Why partner with our drunk driving accident lawyers? Here are some reasons why Texans trust J. Alexander Law Firm to pursue justice after a drunk driving accident:   

• Legal experience: Our attorneys are well-versed in Texas law, empowering us to seek justice and compensation for the wrongfully injured in a variety of claims. 
• Proven track record of results: With years of experience navigating personal injury claims and millions of dollars recovered for clients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, our proven track record of case results speaks for itself. 
• Litigation experience: As seasoned litigators, we prepare every case for trial so you won’t have to settle for less than you deserve, improving your chance of obtaining a fair settlement.
• Negotiation skills: Insurance companies are known for using evasive tactics to avoid fair payouts. Luckily, our trial lawyers are effective negotiators in and out of the courtroom, empowering us to pursue a fair settlement on your behalf. 

If you were hit by a drunk driver in Dallas, you deserve justice. Contact us onlineto discuss your case with our lawyers. Se habla español.