Thanks to national law enforcement campaigns and organizations like Mothers Against Drunk Driving, people in general have a better understanding of the effects alcohol can have on a person’s ability to drive. Because of their efforts, a lot of people think twice before making the negligent decision to drink and drive.
But despite the fact that a lot of people are making responsible choices when it comes to drinking and driving, not everyone across the nation does. There are still a large number of people who make the wrong decision when it comes to driving under the influence. As you know though, their decision does not just affect their own life, it affects the lives of others as well.
Did you know that:
- Across the nation, a person is injured in a drunk driving accident every two minutes
- It’s believed that the average drunk driver gets behind the wheel while intoxicated roughly 80 times before they are arrested for the first time
- If statistics are right, you have a two in three chance of getting into a drunk driving accident in your lifetime
- Approximately 28 people die every day in the United States because of drunk drivers
- On average, drunk driving offenses cost the nation $199 billion each year
As many here in Washington D.C. are well aware, drunk driving is more than just statistics gathered from around the country. This negligent decision costs people their lives, causing serious or even fatal injuries if accidents occur. In many cases, the lives of accident victims and their families are changed forever, oftentimes leaving a void that can never be replaced.
Because of the emotional strain suffered after a drunk driving accident, it can be difficult for victims and their families to remember that they do have rights, particularly the right to compensation from a negligent driver. Seeking compensation on your own though can be a challenge, which is why it’s also important to remember that you also have the right to legal representation after an accident as well.