Drunk drivers run the risk of causing serious collisions that harm or kill other people. If a drunk driver hit your car, you and your loved ones may have expensive medical needs and financial worries because you are unable to work. Our auto accident attorneys at Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley, P.C., may be able to advocate for your legal right to compensation. We have lots of experience with cases involving drunk driving car accidents in Pittsfield.
We guide our clients through the legal process with compassion and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for their cases. You can learn more about your potential right to compensation by contacting our office.
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a violation of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 90 § 24. Intoxication alone does not establish fault, but it can be relevant if impaired driving contributed to the accident. A drunk driver may be responsible for an accident by:
The business that sold or delivered the alcohol to the driver may also be responsible for the damages in an accident. Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138 § 69 prohibits the sale of alcohol to a person who is already drunk. Our lawyers could review the circumstances of your Pittsfield car crash to identify third parties that may be partly to blame for the driver’s intoxication.
The damages in your Pittsfield drunk driving car collision claim depend on how serious your injuries are. Life-threatening or permanently disabling injuries can result in significant damages, including:
The amount of compensation you can seek also depends on your occupation, age, and the number of dependents you support. In a wrongful death case involving a loved one, you and other surviving family members can pursue damages under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 229 § 2 for lost income, funeral and burial expenses, and other losses related to the accident.
The state has a three-year statute of limitations for personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 260 § 2A. You must file your Pittsfield drunk driving auto wreck claim within this period to preserve your right to pursue compensation in court. If you file your lawsuit after this deadline, the court will probably dismiss it.
Drunk driving car accidents in Pittsfield can create extreme hardship and damage through the injury or death of a loved one. The experienced attorneys at Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley, P.C. represent individuals and families harmed by these accidents, advocating for their right to seek compensation in court. If you or a loved one is a drunk driving crash victim, call us today to schedule a free case review.
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