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Were You Hit By a Drunk Driver?
By Pyle Law, April 14 2021 10:33 pmDrunk drivers are still on the roads in Kansas. If you suffered injuries in a crash caused by a reckless impaired driver, it is important to stand up for your rights. Contact a Kansas car accident attorney for the help you need.
The latest figures from the Kansas Highway Patrol indicate that about 16,000 people die due to drunk driving crashes each year across the United States. This is more than one-third of the total 42,000 road fatalities that occur. That means drunk drivers kill one American every 33 minutes and injure another one every two minutes.
Impaired driving is completely preventable, and anyone who injures someone else because they made this choice should be held fully accountable. Contact an experienced Kansas car accident attorney as soon as possible if you suffered injuries or lost a loved one in a drunk driving crash.
When you seek damages from a drunk driver, you need to know how much you are entitled to under the law. In many cases, you can seek compensation for some or all of the following:
Some people also might obtain punitive damages against a drunk driver due to their egregious conduct.
Each case is different, and the value of drunk driving accident claims can vary widely. We consider the following when calculating your compensation:
So, what should you do if you are involved in a drunk driving accident? It’s critical to take the following steps when possible:
Drunk drivers still hit innocent victims in Kansas and disrupt their lives. If you are an injured survivor, you can ensure that you obtain fair compensation by contacting Pyle Law online or calling 620-374-9299. Our firm offers free case evaluations with a Kansas car accident attorney who can advise you of your rights under the law. Reach out today.