Video: Standing Up for Victims of Drunk & Drugged Driving

Question:

I got hit by a drunk driver, what should I do now?

Answer:

You should seek the council of an experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your situation. Unlike standard negligence cases, drunk-driving (& drugged driving) accidents may allow victims to seek punitive damages under Florida law (this is additional compensation intended to punish especially reckless conduct). This potential recovery may be significant, yet an unrepresented victim may not know about or pursue it. In drunk driving injury claims, insurance companies may know their client was at fault but still refuse to pay fairly. They may move quickly to offer a low settlement before an injured person understands the full value of the claim. Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice, Purtz, Smith & Smith, P.A. drunk driving injury lawyers are here to represent you here in SW Florida so you can recognize these tactics and we will push back aggressively if you hire us to represent you.

Ideally, you want an attorney who will be able to litigate and try your drunk driving accident case if necessary. You need an attorney who understands personal injury, our local legal system and is able to potentially try your case if needed. Many do not realize the importance of it, but make sure someone is representing you and your interests throughout this process because insurance companies do not do that. If you have any legal personal injury questions, our attorneys are always happy to answer any questions that you might have with a free attorney consultation. Call at now at 239-500-4878 or CLICK to start the process so we may help you with an attorney consultation.

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