When Driver Negligence Is Also Criminal
If you’ve been harmed by another driver’s negligence, you have a civil claim against the at-fault driver (in the form of a car accident claim). Sometimes, however, this negligence can also be classified as criminal, which means the at-fault driver can also face a criminal charge. While this is separate from your case, a criminal charge can bolster your car accident claim by highlighting the extent of the other driver’s negligence. If a negligent driver injures you, an experienced Beverly Hills car accident attorney can help. DUI Driving under the influence of alcohol (with a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or higher) is against the law in the State of California – and every other state in the nation. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration highlights exactly how prevalent…