Drunk Drivers
In 2008 11,773 people were killed in drunk driving accidents nationwide. Drivers who operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs are negligent if they cause an accident. The criminal justice system will punish a drunk driver, however often the victim of a crash involving a drunk driver is left with unpaid medical bills, lost wages, property damage, permanent injuries or the wrongful death of a loved one.
If you or a family member is the victim of a drunk driver please contact a Minnesota drunk driving accident attorney at Fields Law Firm. Our lawyers will vigorously pursue the at-fault driver and protect you and your family’s legal rights.
Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety Alcohol Related Statistics:
• 455 traffic deaths
• 163 alcohol related deaths — alcohol-related crashes accounted for more than one-third of all traffic deaths.
• 4,245 alcohol related crashes
• 2,896 injuries
• 35,736 motorists arrested for DWI — in all, one in eight Minnesota drivers have been arrested for DWI.
Drunk Driver Punitive Damages in Minnesota
If the drunk driver who injured you in a car accident was above the legal blood alcohol limit you may also be able to pursue punitive damages. These types of damages are aimed at financially punishing the intoxicated driver who caused the collision.
Dram Shop – Claims Against Bars
In certain cases, a bar or restaurant who served alcoholic beverages to an individual who was obviously intoxicated may be legally responsible for the injuries and damages caused by the drunk driver. Minnesota law allows victims of drunk drivers to file a separate claim against those businesses that contributed to the intoxication of the drunk driver who caused the accident.
At Fields Law Firm we have experience pursing claims against Minnesota drunk drivers and hold them responsible for any injuries or wrongful death for which they are responsible. Please contact us for a free no-obligation consultation and we will explain your legal options and conduct an investigation at no charge.
MN Workers Compensation
Minnesota workers compensation laws can be very complex and confusing. Medical benefits, wage benefits, injury settlements and death benefits are determined by many different laws specific to Minnesota workers comp statutes and case law. find out more
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Minnesota Police Reports
Social Security Disability
The majority of people in Minnesota applying for Social Security Disability benefits are turned down at least two times. If you’re unable to work and struggling to get the Social Disability benefits you desperately need, we are here to help. find out more