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PROTECT YOUR FUTURE AFTER A DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT IN LONGMONT

Drunk driving is one of the most common and dangerous causes of car accidents in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost one in three traffic fatalities involves a drunk driver. The CDC also notes that between 2003 and 2012, 1,702 people were killed in crashes involving drunk drivers in Colorado. That’s almost 2000 deaths that could have been prevented.

Unfortunately, millions of people continue to get behind the wheel of a car while drunk every year—and while not all of them cause accidents, the ones who do have to deal with serious consequences. Drunk driving accidents often cause serious injuries and high medical bills if not death—and, more often than not, the victims are people other than the drunk driver. If you have lost a loved one due to a drunk driving accident, seeking guidance from a lawyer can help you navigate the legal process and pursue the justice your family deserves.

At The Law Offices of Edward Smith, we handle drunk driving accident cases with the seriousness they deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, we will aggressively pursue your right to damages and make sure the at-fault driver is held accountable for their actions. Speak with our Longmont drunk driving accident lawyer today.

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What to Do After an Accident with an Intoxicated Driver

Being in any car accident can be an immensely painful and traumatic experience—trying to deal with the immediate aftermath of an accident while the other party is intoxicated can be extra frustrating and devastating. The best thing to do is to call the police immediately. If the at-fault driver is intoxicated, that can impact your case, and getting the police involved is critically important. Learn more about what to do after an accident and how a car accident lawyer in Longmont can help you navigate the complexities of such cases.

If you or another person has been seriously injured, seek medical attention first. Even if you feel unhurt, you should visit a doctor as soon as possible—a medical professional might identify brain trauma or another injury that might not have manifested until days or weeks later. You should also contact a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident.

Once everyone is confirmed as safe, do the following:

Take detailed pictures of the crash scene, noting the weather, property damage, injuries, road layout, and anything else that might help show what caused the accident and the results.
Identify any witnesses and take down their contact information in case you need to interview them later.
Contact the police to file an accident report and inform them that the at-fault driver appears intoxicated. Under no circumstances should you speak to the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Even if it’s obvious the accident was their fault due to their drinking, their insurance company will still attempt to use anything you say against them.

How Criminal Charges Could Affect the Claim Process

While most personal injury claims fall entirely under civil law matters, drunk driving accident claims regularly involve criminal charges, which means the plaintiff may be eligible for punitive damages. Punitive damages punish an individual who caused an accident through particularly reckless or criminal behavior. Though punitive damages will not apply in every drunk driving accident claim, we will pursue them on your behalf when applicable. Understanding what qualifies as a personal injury case and what your car accident case may be worth are important first steps.

If you’ve been in a drunk driving accident in Longmont, reach out to our team today for expert guidance on your legal options.

What If the Driver Who Hit Me Was High on Drugs?

Though we tend to associate DUIs with alcohol alone, “driving under the influence” also applies to anyone driving while impaired by drugs, illicit or otherwise. Since marijuana has become legal in Colorado, there has been an increase in personal injury cases caused by impaired drivers—although findings correlating marijuana use with traffic accidents are not yet definitive. Regardless, driving while impaired by marijuana, cocaine, opioids, or any other substance is immensely dangerous, and charges can be brought against those who cause accidents. Contact us today to seek the justice you deserve.

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Experienced Representation for Your Personal Injury Needs

At The Law Offices of Edward Smith, LLC, we provide dedicated legal representation for a wide range of personal injury cases. Some of the practice areas we specialize in include:

Bicycle Accidents: Helping victims of bicycle accidents seek fair compensation.
Car Accidents: Assisting those injured in car accidents to navigate the legal process.
Motorcycle Accidents: Advocating for motorcycle accident victims’ rights.
Truck Accidents: Representing individuals injured in truck accidents.
Pedestrian Accidents: Seeking justice for pedestrians injured by negligent drivers.
Premises Liability: Representing those injured due to unsafe property conditions.
Slip and Fall Accidents: Helping victims of slip and fall accidents pursue compensation.
Wrongful Death: Supporting families who have lost loved ones due to negligence.
Bad Faith Claims: Assisting clients with insurance bad faith claims.

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Choosing the Right Attorney

If you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident or through a slip and fall, hire a Longmont personal injury attorney who prides himself on providing one-on-one individual attention to his clients.

Millions Recovered — If we don’t recover money for you, you owe nothing. There is absolutely NO Risk to get us involved.
Home & Hospital Visits — If you can’t come to us, we’ll come to you. We provide home and hospital visits if personal injuries keep you from being able to visit our office.
Work with us Remotely — We make it easy to hire a Longmont personal injury attorney quickly and remotely from the comfort of your home.
Gives Personal Attention — Unlike other firms that hand off your case to an associate or paralegal, Edward will handle your case personally.
Former Insurance Attorney — Edward worked for insurance companies, so he knows their tactics to keep the value down.
30 Years of Experience — An insurance company has experienced attorneys on their side and you should too.

If you or a loved one have been injured in any of these types of accidents, contact us today for a free consultation. Our experienced team is here to fight for your rights and help you get the compensation you deserve.

ATTORNEY EDWARD SMITH

Edward Smith is a personal injury attorney with 30 years of experience. He provides one-on-one attention to his clients, personally handling every case from start to finish. Before founding his law firm, he worked as a defense attorney for insurance companies, giving him unique insight into their tactics. Specializing in personal injury cases, Edward offers free consultations and even visits clients at home or in the hospital when needed. He is known for his responsiveness, dedication, and commitment to maximizing his clients’ claims. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]

Not only was Ed happy to help and answer any questions I had, he was very honest about what could be pursued. I hope to not need representation in the future, but if I do, I know who I will contact first.

Ed was great. Gave me reality based information on what to expect and how to deal with the immediate aftermath of my son’s accident. He went above and beyond.

Ed was very professional and always available, things moved very fast and he was very persistent! I would highly recommend hiring him for your injury claims! Thank you so much Ed!

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