Miami DUI Lawyer
A drunk driving accident is no innocent mistake. It happens when a driver makes a deliberate choice to get behind the wheel after having too much to drink, knowing full well that others will be exposed to danger. That driver – and, in some cases, those who have employed or served alcohol to the driver – can and should be held fully accountable for any losses the driver causes in a crash.
South Florida DUI lawyer, Edward P. Busch is passionate about securing just compensation for the victims of drunk driving accidents and the families of those killed by alcohol-impaired drivers.
If you have suffered harm due to a drunk driver in Miami, Fort Lauderdale or elsewhere in South Florida, contact us today to learn more about your rights and how we can help you.
Can Drunk Drivers Be Held Liable in Florida?
Yes! Drunk driving is illegal in Florida. A driver is guilty of driving under the influence (DUI) if the driver has consumed enough alcohol to have a blood alcohol content (BAC) level of .08 or higher, or if the driver’s “normal faculties” are impaired to a point that a driver lacks the ability to control a vehicle.
Any driver who has chosen to operate a motor vehicle or boat in such a condition has indeed failed to act as a reasonable person would. This is why the driver should be and under Florida law is indeed held liable if the driver causes an auto accident that injures or kills another motorist, pedestrian or passenger within his or her vehicle.
In fact, due to the fact that drunk driving reflects a reckless disregard for the safety of others that it also may even serve as the basis of a punitive damages claim. These damages may be awarded under Florida Law in addition to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering. Punitive damages do not compensate but are designed instead serve to deter and punish reckless conduct.
Also, if you are a passenger in a vehicle driven by a drunk driver, you may have the right to pursue a claim if you are injured in the crash that the driver causes.
Ed Busch’s Approach to Florida DUI Accident Cases
The Miami Dade and Broward County law firm of Edward P. Busch, P.A., has recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of clients injured in car accidents, including those caused by driving under the influence.
Attorney Edward P. Busch will personally investigate your case, including:
- Analyzing arrest reports, breath and/or blood tests
- Research the driver’s record, including prior DUI arrests or crashes
- Reviewing guilty pleas or transcripts from jury trials
- Interviewing police officers or other witnesses
- Compiling receipts showing when and where a driver purchased alcohol
- Combing through other evidence such as social media postings
- Consulting with experts about the cause of an accident and how it is has impacted you physically, emotionally and financially.
Our goal is to reach a settlement with the drunk driver’s insurance company. However, if needed, our firm will be ready to go to court on your behalf.
Contact a South Florida Drunk Driving Accident Attorney
If you have been seriously injured in car accident in which alcohol consumption was a factor, attorney Edward P. Busch can help you to pursue the compensation you need to recover and move forward with your life. Our firm serves clients in Miami, Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and across the state of Florida. Our consultations are always free. To learn more, simply contact us today by phone or online.
