Expert Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer Fighting for Crash Victims - The León Law Firm

When you’re hurt by a drunk driver, you need a lawyer who knows how to hold drunk drivers and those who served them alcohol accountable. The León Law Firm has lots of experience helping drunk driving accident victims get the money they deserve. We know how to prove drunk driving, find all the parties to blame, and get punitive damages. Our lawyers know that drunk driving accidents cause serious injuries and deserve the toughest legal action.

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What Is a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer?

Understanding DUI Crash Cases and Liability

The León Law Firm knows how to handle tough vehicle accident lawyers cases with drunk driving crashes. Drunk driving accident lawyers focus on proving drunk driving and holding all responsible parties accountable. These cases are different from regular car crashes because drunk driving is a crime, and you may be able to get punitive damages. You may have claims against the drunk driver, bars or restaurants that served them, and other parties. Our lawyers know these tough cases well. Learn more about Drunk Driving Accident Resources for complete facts on your rights after a drunk driving crash.

Our Drunk Driving Accident Legal Services

The León Law Firm gives complete legal services for people hurt by drunk drivers:

Drunk Driver Liability Claims

When a drunk driver causes an accident, they are responsible for all the damage they cause. This includes medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. Drunk driving cases often result in higher settlements because drunk driving is such reckless behavior. We gather evidence from the police, get blood alcohol test results, and work with accident rebuild experts to prove the drunk driver caused your crash.

Dram Shop Liability Cases

Under Texas Dram Shop laws, bars, restaurants, and liquor stores can be held to blame if they serve alcohol to someone who is obviously drunk and that person later causes an accident. These businesses have a duty to cut off customers who have had too much to drink. We look into where the drunk driver was drinking before the crash and whether those businesses broke the law by over-serving alcohol.

Third-Party and Social Host Liability

Sometimes people who host parties or provide alcohol at social events can be held to blame if they serve alcohol to someone who later causes a drunk driving accident. This is called social host liability. We look into all the circumstances that led to the drunk driving crash, including where the driver got alcohol and who may have contributed to their intoxication.

Why Choose The León Law Firm for Drunk Driving Accident Cases: Our Special Approach

When you need a drunk driving accident lawyer, learn more about The León Law Firm and why we stand out. The León Law Firm is different because:

DUI Law Know-How

We understand drunk driving laws, blood alcohol testing, and how to prove intoxication in civil cases. We know how to use criminal evidence in your civil case.

Dram Shop Experience

Our team knows how to investigate where drunk drivers got their alcohol and hold bars and restaurants accountable for over-serving customers.

Complete Investigation

We work with accident rebuild experts, toxicology specialists, and private investigators to prove drunk driving and find all responsible parties.

Victim Support

Our Spanish-speaking staff knows the trauma drunk driving victims face. We give clear talk and support throughout your case while you recover.

No Money Up Front

We handle drunk driving accident cases on contingency. You pay nothing unless we win your case.

Proven Results

Our track record has big settlements and verdicts for drunk driving victims, including punitive damage awards that punish reckless behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions About Drunk Driving Accidents

Our skilled legal team answers common questions about drunk driving accident cases

Understanding Drunk Driving Cases

How do you prove someone was driving drunk in a civil case?

We use evidence from the police report, blood alcohol test results, field sobriety test videos, witness statements, and bar receipts. Even if the criminal case is still pending, we can use this evidence in your civil case. We also work with experts who can reconstruct the accident and show how alcohol impairment caused the crash.

What should I do right after being hit by a drunk driver?

Get medical help right away, even if you think you’re not badly hurt. Call the police and tell them you think the other driver was drunk. Take photos of both vehicles, the crash scene, and the other driver if it’s safe. Get contact info from witnesses. Don’t talk to the drunk driver’s insurance company without a lawyer present, as they may try to minimize their driver’s fault.

Can I sue even if the drunk driver is being charged with a crime?

Yes, you can file a civil lawsuit even while the criminal case is going on. Civil cases and criminal cases are separate. The criminal case punishes the drunk driver with jail time or fines. Your civil case gets you money for your injuries and damages. We often use evidence from the criminal case to help prove your civil case.

Legal Process and Special Issues

How long do drunk driving accident cases take?

These cases can take longer than regular car accident cases because we often wait for the criminal case to finish first. We also need time to investigate where the drunk driver was drinking and whether other parties should be held to blame. Most cases settle within 1-3 years, but we’re prepared to go to trial if needed to get you full money.

What if the drunk driver doesn't have enough insurance?

Many drunk drivers don’t carry adequate insurance to cover the damage they cause. But we look for other sources of money, including dram shop claims against bars or restaurants, your own uninsured motorist coverage, and the drunk driver’s personal assets. We work to find all available money to pay for your damages.

Can I sue a bar or restaurant that served the drunk driver?

Yes, under Texas Dram Shop law, you can sue businesses that serve alcohol to obviously intoxicated people who later cause accidents. We investigate where the drunk driver was drinking, get surveillance video, interview staff and witnesses, and prove the business over-served alcohol. These cases can result in substantial additional recovery beyond what the drunk driver’s insurance pays.

What evidence do you need to prove a dram shop case?

We need evidence that the drunk driver was obviously intoxicated when the bar or restaurant served them alcohol. This can include surveillance video, witness testimony from staff or other customers, receipts showing how much alcohol was purchased, and expert testimony about blood alcohol levels. We work quickly to preserve this evidence before it’s lost.

Types of Damages and Money

What types of money can I get in a drunk driving accident case?

You can get money for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering just like any car accident case. But drunk driving cases may also include punitive damages, which are extra money meant to punish the drunk driver for their reckless behavior. You may also get money from bars or restaurants that over-served the drunk driver.

What are punitive damages and when can I get them?

Punitive damages are extra money awarded to punish drunk drivers and deter others from drunk driving. In Texas, you can get punitive damages when the drunk driver acted with gross negligence or malice. Drunk driving often qualifies because it shows such a reckless disregard for safety. Punitive damages can be substantial and are in addition to your regular damages.

How much money can I get for my drunk driving accident case?

The amount depends on how serious your injuries are, your medical costs, lost wages, and the drunk driver’s blood alcohol level. Drunk driving cases often result in higher settlements than regular car accidents because the behavior is so reckless. Cases with punitive damages or dram shop liability can result in very large settlements or verdicts.

Browse our significant case results to see examples of big recoveries in drunk driving accident cases.

What Clients Say About Our Drunk Driving Accident Services: Real Stories

Our work has helped many drunk driving accident victims get the money they deserve and hold reckless drivers accountable. Read our reviews to see how we fight for crash victims against drunk drivers and those who enable them.

Our Legal Team: Skilled Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers

Our skilled lawyers handle drunk driving accident cases and know DUI laws and the special issues in these tragic crashes. Our team brings decades of experience to these tough cases

Carlos A. León, Founding Partner

Started the firm in 1995. He has lots of experience with drunk driving accident cases and knows how to prove intoxication and hold all responsible parties accountable. His know-how with punitive damage cases has helped many crash victims get justice and full money for their injuries.

Piero A. Garcia

Focuses on drunk driving accidents and knows how to investigate dram shop liability cases. His experience with proving over-serving by bars and restaurants makes him very good at finding all sources of recovery for drunk driving victims.

Lauren M. Esparza

Brings valuable know-how in drunk driving case investigation and proving the full extent of crash victim injuries. Her careful approach to building strong cases has helped many families recover big settlements and punitive damages from drunk drivers and those who served them.

Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer: Areas We Serve Statewide

The León Law Firm helps drunk driving accident victims throughout Texas on highways, city streets, and rural roads where drunk driving crashes happen. We focus on Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston, and El Paso counties.

Legal Cases

Our legal team has produced exceptional results in complex, high-stakes cases:

Trucking Accident Lawyer Secures $2,000,000 Settlement

Justice for Client Injured by Negligent Truck Driver

While exiting a cement plant at a roadside construction site, the defendant truck driver failed to yield the right of ...

Personal Injury Lawyer Wins $490,000 for Unsafe Turn Accident

Motor Vehicle Accident

While on his way to work, our client collided with a negligent driver making an unsafe turn. Fortunately, The León ...

Red Light Truck Accident Lawyer Secures $440,000

Train/Auto Collision case – Fatality and Serious Injuries

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Contact The León Law Firm: Get Expert Help for Your Drunk Driving Accident

Ready to discuss your drunk driving accident case and learn about your legal options? Contact The León Law Firm today for a free consultation:

The León Law Firm, P.C.
One Sugar Creek Center Blvd, Suite 980
Sugar Land, Texas 77478
Direct Line: (281) 980-4529
Email: info@theleonlawfirm.com

Available: 24/7 for serious drunk driving accidents Can’t come to us? We’ll come to you. Evening and weekend meetings available. Spanish-speaking staff always available.

Don’t let drunk drivers escape full responsibility. Call now to protect your rights and hold all responsible parties accountable.

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Aggressive & Distracted Driver Resources, Drunk Driving Resources, Legal Services, Personal Injury, Uncategorized May 26, 2018