Drunk Driving

What Is Dram Shop Liability?

What Is Dram Shop Liability? Imagine this scenario: You’re out with friends at a local bar, enjoying a few drinks and some lively conversation. As...

The Science of Drunk Driving  

Alcohol slows the central nervous system and can impair judgment, coordination, sight, reaction time, and concentration. According to the Centers for Disease Control, motor-vehicle crashes...

Dangerous Holidays for Drunk-Driving Accidents 

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), motor-vehicle travel can be a dangerous on major holidays. The year-end holiday season, when many people travel by...

Drunk Driving Safety Measures Being Introduced into Legislation

The National Transportation Safety Board’s investigation into a crash has led the agency to call for alcohol impairment-detection systems in all new vehicles.   According...

DUI Vs Pedestrian Accident

On average, 312 New York pedestrians died annually between 2012 and 2014 because they were struck by a motor vehicle, according to state government statistics....

What Percentage of Accidents Are Caused By Drunk-Driving?

Why does drunk-driving cause motor-vehicle accidents?  Because alcohol impairs thinking, reasoning, and muscle coordination, according to the NHTSA.  Drunk driving causes or contributes to various...

Punitive Damages After Being Injured By a Drunk Driver

When an intoxicated person gets behind the wheel of a car, that can pose an extremely hazardous risk to the lives and wellbeing of other...

Statute of Limitations: A Brief Overview, History, and Significance 

A statute of limitations is a law that limits the time in which an individual can file a lawsuit against another party. This type of...

How to Stay Safe from Covid and Drunk Drivers on the Biggest Party Night of the Year

New Year’s Eve may no longer be the biggest drinking day of the year. The day before Thanksgiving, referred to as “Drinksgiving” or “Blackout Wednesday,”...