Drunk Driving Accident Attorney in Memphis

Injured by a Drunk Driver in Memphis?

Despite strict laws against it, driving while under the influence of alcohol remains a serious problem in Memphis and nationwide. In Memphis, drunk driving accidents can shatter lives and leave families devastated. In a recent year, a total of 6,114 alcohol-impaired driving crashes occurred in Tennessee, with 264 in Shelby County alone, as reported by the TN Department of Safety & Homeland Security. Statewide, 289 people were killed, 41 in Shelby County, in drunk driving accidents. Our Memphis personal injury attorneys are committed to standing with victims and their families to hold drunk drivers accountable for their actions.

Do Civil Actions Matter in Drunk Driving Cases?

While Memphis is known for its music and culture, the city shares in the nationwide crisis of alcohol-impaired driving. Every year, residents witness incidents involving DUI, many of which have catastrophic consequences. As criminal charges against drunk drivers may already be in play after a crash, some may question the value of pursuing a civil action. It is critical to understand that criminal and civil cases operate independently. While a criminal case can punish the at-fault driver, it does not compensate victims.

A personal injury claim is essential to seek damages, which may include the following:

Past and future medical expenses
Lost wages and lost earning potential
Pain and suffering, both physical and emotional
Property damage
Punitive damages (in cases of extreme recklessness)

What Role Does Tennessee’s Comparative Negligence Rule Play?

Under Tennessee’s comparative negligence rule, a victim may be assigned a percentage of fault for the accident, in which case that percentage will reduce their compensation. For example, if your damages in a drunk driving crash totaled $500,000 and you were found to be 20% at fault for the accident, your award would be reduced by 20% to $400,000. It is essential that you are protected by experienced legal representation with the knowledge and skills to mitigate attempts to shift blame onto you.

Can Bars or Restaurants Be Held Liable for Drunk Driving Accidents?

State dram shop law is found in the Tennessee Code Section 57-10-102. Our insight into Tennessee DUI laws, including dram shop liability, enables us to pursue every avenue of compensation. If a bar or restaurant knowingly over-served the drunk driver that caused your accident, that establishment may share in the liability for your injuries. The statute states that a seller may be held liable for providing alcohol to an over-intoxicated person if the further consumption of alcohol results in the driver causing an injury accident.

How Can an Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer Help?

A strong case requires more than stating that the other driver was intoxicated—it must be backed by compelling evidence. We dig deep to meticulously gather evidence, including police reports, traffic camera footage, witness testimony, and toxicology results. If necessary, we work with professional accident reconstruction experts to reveal how the crash occurred and who was responsible. Our battle-tested trial lawyers can negotiate skillfully with insurance companies for full compensation, and we are prepared to take your case to court if necessary.

Why Choose Our Personal Injury Law Firm?

At ‘Maggio Law, we are committed to providing high-quality legal representation while strongly focusing on superior client care and satisfaction. We have the ability and means to fight what stands in our clients’ way—insurance companies and corporations. We do not back down or stop fighting until we have done everything possible to achieve justice and fair compensation. Our firm only represents clients who have been injured, and when we take a case, we seek maximum compensation. Contact us if you or your loved one has been hurt in a Memphis drunk driving accident.

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