Jacksonville Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
If you’ve been hurt in a drunk driving accident in Jacksonville, Farah & Farah can help you get the justice you deserve. Call us today at (904) 549-6434 for a free consultation.
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A drunk driving accident can leave you with serious injuries, unexpected medical bills, and questions about what to do next. The other driver’s recklessness and negligence may mean that you’re entitled to compensation.
The Jacksonville drunk driving accident lawyers at Farah & Farah help victims of drunk driving car accidents understand all of their legal options, build a strong case to maximize their potential recovery, and help hold impaired drivers responsible for their actions.
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How Our Jacksonville Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers Can Help You
What To Expect After a Jacksonville DUI Accident
What Damages Can I Recover for a Drunk Driving Accident in Jacksonville?
Can You Still Recover Compensation if You’re Partially at Fault in Florida?
What Evidence Helps Prove a Drunk Driving Accident Case?
How Much Time Do I Have To File a Drunk Driving Accident Claim?
How Our Jacksonville Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers Can Help You
Farah & Farah has been protecting you and your family since 1979. We’ve recovered over $2 billion in verdicts and settlements for people just like you by putting clients first throughout the legal process and investing in their cases from day one.
Some of the experienced lawyers on our Jacksonville drunk driving accident team include:
- Founding partner Eddie Farah, who has led our firm by example for more than 40 years
- Attorney Dalya Farah, a leader with an eye for detail who thrives when the stakes are highest
- Attorney Robert Bonner, a Jacksonville native with excellent problem-solving skills
- Attorney Savannah Cooley, a no–nonsense lawyer with a wide variety of legal experience
- Attorney Neil Gornto, who uses his sharp legal instincts to advocate for and support his clients
What To Expect After a Jacksonville DUI Accident
You always follow the rules of the road to the letter, minding the safety of those you love every time you take the wheel. You’ve done everything you can to avoid a collision, and yet, because of a drunk driver, you’ve been hurt in a crash anyway.
A DUI accident can take away your sense of security while driving forever, potentially leaving your family with lifelong injuries or even the death of a loved one. The compensation you receive must fully reflect the extent of your losses, both physical and emotional.
The Farah & Farah team will support you throughout this difficult process, fighting to get you the results you deserve while remaining accessible and attentive.
“So if you’re hit by a drunk driver, there are two cases that’ll be going on. It’ll be the criminal case that's brought by the state for the drunk driving, and then there’s also the civil case, the one that we’ll be handling. A lot of times, we work hand in hand with the state attorneys as well. So if there is a hearing that you need to be present at as the victim, we’ll be there with you so you won't be there alone. So there will be the criminal action, but then as well as a civil action against that individual's insurance company.”
What Damages Can I Recover for a Drunk Driving Accident in Jacksonville?
Florida is a no-fault state for auto coverage, meaning you must first make a claim with your own insurance company after a car accident in Jacksonville. However, if you’ve suffered serious injuries, you can pursue a claim under the at-fault driver’s insurance policy to recover further compensation.
The following damages are typically recoverable in a Jacksonville drunk driving accident claim:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Property damage
- Emotional distress
- Pain and suffering
In rare cases, a court may award punitive damages if you present clear and convincing evidence of intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
Our notable car accident case results include the following:
- $2.5 million recovery for a driver hit by a pickup truck
- $2.5 million verdict for a woman who required long-term pain management after a car accident
- $2.4 million verdict for a driver who was unable to return to work because of their injuries
- $1.4 million recovery for an Army veteran seriously injured in a highway crash
What To Do if You Lost a Loved One in a Drunk Driving Crash
If a drunk driver has killed a loved one, your family may be eligible to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit. In Florida, the victim’s spouse, children, parents, or other dependent relative may be eligible to recover wrongful death damages, including funeral and burial costs, lost financial support, and loss of companionship.
Under Florida law, the personal representative of the victim’s estate must file the wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of all beneficiaries.
Can You Still Recover Compensation if You’re Partially at Fault in Florida?
Florida Statutes § 768.81 provides for a modified comparative negligence system. Under that law, you can still recover compensation if you are not more than 50% at fault for an accident. However, the compensation you can recover will be reduced in proportion to their share of blame.
Insurance companies may attempt to shift as much liability as possible to accident victims to minimize payouts. However, if you can prove the other driver was driving while intoxicated, it will be very difficult to deflect from their glaring negligence.
At Farah & Farah, we’ve built a reputation for standing up to insurance companies and securing our clients the compensation they deserve. We’ll help you deflect from any underhanded insurer tactics, hold the drunk driver accountable, and get you justice.
What Evidence Helps Prove a Drunk Driving Accident Case?
Your attorney can help you gather certain types of evidence that you might have difficulty finding on your own. Key evidence in a car accident case can include:
- Police reports, including the other driver’s breathalyzer results
- Medical records
- Vehicle damage reports
- Witness testimony
- Security or traffic camera footage
Our team will invest our significant resources into your case from the beginning, tapping our network of expert witnesses to help you build the strongest possible case and prove the other driver’s fault.
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How Much Time Do I Have To File a Drunk Driving Accident Claim?
Florida Statutes § 95.11 is the state’s statute of limitations for car accident claims, under which drunk driving accident victims have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. While this may seem like a lot of time, waiting to take action after a crash can only hurt your case. Evidence disappears over time, and memories fade, making it harder to build a successful claim if you wait too long.
Our Jacksonville drunk driving accident lawyers can answer any questions you have about the statute of limitations and help you get started on your claim when the evidence is at its strongest.
Farah & Farah Is Here for You Every Step of the Way
After a DUI crash, you should be able to focus on healing without worrying about complicated legal processes or dealing with combative insurers. The Farah & Farah team is here to help you get through this difficult time with as little stress as possible.
Our experienced attorneys will handle every aspect of your Jacksonville drunk driving accident claim, treating you with the honesty, dignity, and respect you deserve. We’ll work tirelessly to gather all available evidence, build you a strong claim, and spearhead negotiations to maximize your compensation.
Let Us Help You With Your Jacksonville DUI Accident Claim
Experience makes all the difference. We’re ready to put ours to work for you, and you won’t pay us anything unless we win. Contact us online or call (904) 549-6434 today for a free consultation with our trusted Jacksonville drunk driving accident attorneys.
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