Passenger harmed in suspected drunk driving accident
A passenger involved in vehicle accident has been harmed in what authorities suspect was a drunk driving incident.
April 05, 2014
According to Anne Arundel County police, in mid March 2014, a passenger was severely harmed in a vehicle accident, which took place on Mountain Road in Pasadena, California. Local authorities explain that a Lincoln was initiating a turn into a lot late in the evening. All of a sudden, another motorist, who was operating a Nissan pickup truck and moving east, hit the vehicle.In this particular case, authorities believe that alcohol was a factor in the accident. Specifically, police suggest that the motorist of the Lincoln, who is of Glen Burnie, may have caused the car crash after the consumption of alcohol.
Unfortunately, the passenger of the vehicle, 25 years old, was transported to a local medical center with very egregious injuries immediately following the collision. A few days after the incident, the passenger was listed to be in fair condition. The motorists of the vehicles were not harmed in the accident, according to authorities.
Drunk driving accidents
Drunk driving accidents are very common in California and the rest of the nation. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2010, approximately 10,230 people lost their lives in accidents involving alcohol. That year, this tally made up almost 33 percent of traffic fatalities in the United States.
If you have been injured by an intoxicated driver -- as a motorist, pedestrian or passenger -- you do have legal rights. Specifically, you can pursue financial support from insurance for your harm, medical bills, pain and suffering and lost wages. Furthermore, because intoxicated driving is deemed a crime in California, you may be entitled to compensation form the state, as well.
Many vehicular accidents result in head, neck, spine or back trouble. Moreover, these injuries can involve several years of recovery. To strengthen your case for financial damages, it helps to have legal assistance. As you focus on getting better, an experienced personal injury law attorney can investigate the details of the accident, verify liability and work with doctors and financial experts to help assess your physical and financial losses.
Drunk driving is not only a crime, but also a risk. If someone -- even someone you trust -- puts your life in jeopardy, you deserve to be compensated for your harm. To learn more about your options for recovery and what steps you should take after an accident, speak with a legal professional. Your road to recovery may not be easy, but a lawyer can help make it better.
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