Experienced Attorney For Kentucky Drunk Driving Accident Victims
Drunk driving accidents shatter lives, leaving victims and their families to navigate a challenging recovery plagued by medical bills and other economic hardships.
I am Kentucky attorney Rhonda Hatfield-Jeffers, and my team at The Law Office of Rhonda Hatfield-Jeffers, PLLC, tenaciously pursues justice on behalf of the injured in Somerset. Call for a free initial consultation and begin your journey toward recovery.
Drunk Driving Is A Serious Problem In Kentucky
The Bluegrass State continues grappling with the tragic consequences of driving while impaired. In recent years, the number of fatal alcohol-involved accidents has increased by over 30%, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Winning the battle against this ongoing safety threat is critical to improving roadway safety. One way to join the fight is by using the legal system to hold those responsible to account for their negligence.
These Crashes Often Result In Severe Injuries
Any car accident can be dangerous, but intoxicated drivers are often slow to react in dangerous situations and may have trouble stopping or slowing in time to prevent an impending collision.
Since impaired driving and speeding often go hand in hand, many accidents occur at high speeds, contributing to the injury risks. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord trauma and amputations are, unfortunately, frequent outcomes.
Liability For Drunk Driving Crash Injuries
In Kentucky, liability for drunk driving accidents primarily falls on the impaired motorist. However, it may be possible to hold businesses liable under the state’s dram shop laws for serving a clearly intoxicated driver who caused a crash.
There is no state social host liability law, but they may be held liable if they served alcohol to a minor who then injured someone in an accident.
Compassionate, Capable Representation
You may be entitled to financial compensation for economic damages such as medical expenses and lost income. For life-changing injuries like brain and spine trauma, noneconomic damages addressing physical pain and psychological distress may also be available.
I can be your champion. Call my Somerset office at 606-404-4529 or fill out my online contact form for experienced, aggressive injury advocacy. Your first consultation is free.