12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
What are Your Rights if a Drunk Driver Killed Your Spouse?

What are Your Rights if a Drunk Driver Killed Your Spouse?

Auto Accident
More than 10,000 people in the United States die each year in crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than ten percent of those fatalities occurred here in California. If your spouse is one of those unfortunately killed by a drunk driver, this information may be useful to you in understanding what you need to do during this difficult time. If your spouse was killed by a drunk driver, then California law entitles you as a surviving spouse compensation for the negligent killing of your spouse. Though in a grieving period which is often difficult and too emotional, it is important to talk to an experienced wrongful death lawyer who can explain to you what your rights are. The Right to…
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12Oct 2021 by Pat Geddie
Drunk Drivers are Always a Risk on the Road

Drunk Drivers are Always a Risk on the Road

Auto Accident
Drunk driving is not only risky behavior, but also often deadly. It is also a crime with varying levels of punishment besides destroying lives. According to the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility, there were 1,069 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities in California in 2018, the latest year statistics are available. That number was 10,011 nationally. How Alcohol Impedes Driving Ability Alcohol affects the human body in so many ways, including reduction of the brain’s functioning ability, adversely affecting one’s thinking ability, reasoning as well as muscle coordination. All these are abilities that are essential for one to drive safely. As one’s alcohol levels rise in their system, the adverse effect on the central nervous system increases leading to the inability to safely operate a vehicle. This is because alcohol is directly absorbed…
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24Aug 2020 by Pat Geddie
Were You Injured by a Drunk Driver?

Were You Injured by a Drunk Driver?

Auto Accident
Many people enjoy having a few drinks with family and friends, especially to celebrate special occasions. With Labor Day approaching, you can expect that people across Southern California will be indulging in some alcoholic beverages at some point during the long weekend. Unfortunately, you can also expect that some of those people will be getting behind the wheel of their cars after drinking. Drunk driving accidents increase over holidays, but they can happen at any time. If you believe a drunk driver hit you, it’s important to seek help from a car accident lawyer in Beverly Hills as soon as possible. Proving Drunk Driving If a driver causes a crash while intoxicated, they should be held fully accountable for their actions. This does not just mean facing criminal penalties for…
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23Aug 2019 by Pat Geddie
Drunk Driving Rates Spike Over Labor Day

Drunk Driving Rates Spike Over Labor Day

Personal Injury
Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, and many people take the opportunity for a family outing or social gathering over the long holiday weekend. In many cases, days on a boat, a camping trip, or a BBQ involve relaxing by drinking some alcoholic beverages. Unfortunately, many people then decide to get into their cars and drive while they are under the influence of alcohol. For an idea of the dangers of drunk driving over holiday weekends, we can take a look at statistics regarding this past Memorial Day weekend in California: 1,099 people were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI)About 14 people were arrested each hour over the long weekendAt least 34 people died in alcohol-related crashesMany more people suffered injuries in alcohol-related crashes While…
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