Behind the person who drank and drove, there is often an “enabler”: someone responsible for over-serving alcoholic beverages to an obviously inebriated person and allowed him or her to leave in a state of drunkenness. When the enabler is a commercial establishment that sells alcoholic beverages, someone injured by the drunk driver may have a legitimate claim for compensation from that establishment. Dram shop liability is a legal means of holding such an establishment accountable.
Were you seriously injured in a car crash by a drunk driver? Do you face medical bills and wage loss as a result of another person’s irresponsible, careless act of drinking and driving? A detailed investigation as soon as possible after the accident may uncover the truth about who gave or sold alcohol to that driver — effectively assisting him or her to cause your injury. Dram shop liability laws may allow you to recover compensation from the bar or restaurant.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver, call 866-668-7179 or e-mail Jacobs & Jacobs to discuss your injuries. We will help you determine if dram shop liability is a possible route to compensation. If you are unable to come to our office, we will come to your hospital room or home. Our personal injury lawyers are prepared to help you and your family through this.