A Choice to Drink is a Choice to Devastate Lives
Every drunk driving accident in Virginia is 100% preventable, yet they remain a leading cause of catastrophic injury and wrongful death. When a motorist chooses to get behind the wheel while impaired, they aren’t just being negligent—they are being reckless with your life. We don’t just “handle” these claims; we pursue them with the intensity required to ensure the at-fault party is held fully responsible for the trauma they’ve caused.
Maximizing Your Claim with Punitive Damages
In a typical car accident, you sue for “compensatory damages” to cover your bills. However, in DUI cases, Virginia law allows for Punitive Damages—additional financial awards designed specifically to punish the drunk driver and deter others from the same behavior.
- BAC Thresholds: If the driver had a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .15 or higher, punitive damages are often presumed under state law.
- Test Refusal: We aggressively pursue maximum penalties if the driver refused a breathalyzer or blood test at the scene.
- Reckless Disregard: We build a case to prove the driver showed a conscious disregard for the safety of others, unlocking higher settlement potential.
Who Pays for a Drunk Driving Injury?
Beyond the driver’s insurance, we investigate every possible source of recovery to ensure your medical bills and future care are fully funded.
- Primary Liability: Filing against the drunk driver’s high-limit liability coverage for your pain and suffering.
- Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM): Utilizing your own policy if the drunk driver was uninsured or fled the scene.
- Commercial Policies: Suing an employer if the intoxicated individual was operating a company-owned vehicle or was on the clock.
Demand Justice for Your DUI Injury—Contact Us Now
Drunk drivers and their insurance companies often try to minimize the severity of the crash to save money. We refuse to let them off the hook. Our firm has the resources to meticulously investigate the police report, toxicology results, and witness statements to build a bulletproof case for your recovery. Call us today for a free, confidential consultation.