Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Drunk driving is gross negligence that causes devastating head-on collisions and high-speed crashes. Criminal charges punish the drunk driver, but a civil lawsuit is required to recover compensation for your medical debt, lost wages, and emotional suffering. SCV Law Firm, PLLC aggressively pursues civil claims against intoxicated drivers and negligent establishments.

North Carolina Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

Under North Carolina civil law, drunk driving constitutes negligence per se. Juries can also award punitive damages under N.C. Gen. Stat. Section 1D-15 to punish willful or wanton conduct. Furthermore, under North Carolina Dram Shop laws (N.C. Gen. Stat. Section 18B-121), commercial establishments that negligently sell alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons or minors can be held civilly liable. Claims must be brought within the state's three-year personal injury deadline.

Raleigh Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

DWI crashes in Raleigh occur frequently near Glenwood South, Downtown Raleigh, and North Hills, as well as along transit corridors like I-40 and I-440.

• What if the drunk driver in Raleigh was uninsured? We file an Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) claim through your own insurance policy to cover medical bills and lost wages without increasing your premiums.
• Can I recover punitive damages in a Raleigh drunk driving case? Yes. North Carolina law allows punitive damages in cases involving willful or wanton misconduct, such as an exceptionally high blood alcohol level.
• How long do I have to file a drunk driving claim in North Carolina? The statute of limitations is three years from the crash date for personal injury claims, and two years for wrongful death claims.