Take Action When a Drunk Driver Causes Injury
When a drunk driver causes an injury, the effects can be devastating. While the drunk driver will likely face criminal charges, personal injury victims can pursue civil remedies as well. By filing a personal injury lawsuit, victims can recover the money spent on medical bills and wages from lost work. They can also recover the funding necessary to get needed care.
At Friedman, Domiano & Smith, we represent people who have been hurt by drunk drivers in personal injury claims, and the surviving families of people killed in drunk driving accidents in wrongful death claims. Our main office is located in Cleveland. We have other offices throughout Northeastern Ohio and Florida.
Ohio Dram Shop Liability Laws
Our goal is always to help our clients achieve the best possible results in Ohio courts. One of the steps we take to accomplish this by investigating all possible parties who may be responsible for our client's injuries. We use Ohio dram shop liability to help our clients recover the compensation they deserve.
Ohio dram shop liability laws hold the owners of restaurants, bars and other commercial establishments where alcohol is sold responsible for the damage people caused by drunk drivers in the following situations:
- When an establishment continues to serve an individual who was noticeably intoxicated, and this individual caused injury to another person
- When an establishment knowingly served a minor, who later caused injury
Many people who have been injured by a drunk driver want to know the value of their claim. While we are experienced attorneys, each case is unique. We will never attempt to resolve a claim without all of the medical records, evidence and research for your individual case in place. This helps us make sure that our clients' interests are protected, and that we obtain the best possible results whether we settle or proceed to a jury trial.
Punitive Damages in Drunk Driving Claims
When a drunk driver causes an accident that leads to injury, it may be possible for a court to award punitive damages to the injured victim. Punitive damages are unlike compensatory damages, which aim to compensate an injured person for their injuries. Rather, punitive damages are intended to punish wrongdoers and deter others from committing similar acts.
Contact Us at 866-636-8367
For more information about your rights after an injury, contact the lawyers at Friedman, Domiano & Smith by calling us toll free at 866-636-8367 or completing our online contact form. Initial consultations are free and confidential.
