Florida Auto Accident Lawyers

Fighting for Victims of DUI Accidents

Everyone who has any connection to any form of media whatsoever has no doubt seen, read or heard the public service announcements regarding the dangers of drinking and driving.  Every sort of entity from governmental agencies to non-profit organizations to concerned private citizens has made noble and selfless efforts to curb this dangerous practice.  Sadly, all of these efforts have not alleviated the scourge that is drinking and driving in Florida or anywhere else.

While drinking and driving is never a good decision, it's only compounded in its seriousness when a person who has been drinking gets behind the wheel of a vehicle and causes an accident.  Anyone could recite the common knowledge that drinking impairs judgment, slows reaction time and clouds vision in certain cases.  Below you'll find information regarding Florida auto accidents in which alcohol was a factor and what you should do if you or someone you love has been harmed in a Florida DUI accident.

Florida Alcohol-Related Auto Accident Statistics

Florida's alcohol-related auto accident statistics are quite troubling.  Not only are they remaining relatively constant, but the sheer numbers should give anyone pause before making the always-bad decision to drive after ingesting alcohol in any form.  These statistics are particularly troubling when broken down further.

Every year in Florida, there are more than 22,000 auto accidents in which alcohol was a factor.  As a result of these accidents, approximately 16,000 people are injured and another 1,200 are killed.  When broken down, this equates to more than 60 accidents overall, more than 43 injuries and more than three people who are killed every single day because of alcohol-related auto accidents in Florida.

How a Florida Auto Accident Attorney Can Help

If you or someone you love has been harmed or worse by a drunk driver, you do have legal rights at your disposal.  Evidence that the other driver had been drinking can be a powerful aid to your case should you decide to bring an action, but you'll need to be able to properly offer the proof of this drinking so that it can be considered by the court that's handling your case.

Getting this evidence admitted and then convincing the court of its importance is something that takes legal skill and experience.  Rather than attempting to handle this situation by yourself, seek the help of the Florida car accident lawyers at Bernstein & Maryanoff, as the firm has been helping those harmed by drunk drivers for many years.  Contact the firm today to schedule a free initial consultation.