Northern California Drug-Related Accident Lawyers
Northern California Drug-Related Accidents
Although there are no conclusive numbers on drug-related auto accidents, several studies have found that millions of car accidents involving illegal and legal drug use happen in the U.S. every year. In California, driving while using drugs, or driving under the influence of drugs (DUID), is treated in much the same manner as driving under the influence of alcohol. California Vehicle Code § 23152.a specifies that driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or a combination of both, is illegal.
Unlike drunk driving cases where a legal limit for alcohol consumption exists, in a northern California drug-related accident there is no legal limit for drug use. Without a legal limit for drug consumption, it must be proven that the drug impaired the driver. Blood and urine tests taken by police can prove a drug was in the driver’s system, but in most cases, circumstantial evidence must be presented to demonstrate the drugged driver was impaired at the time of the accident. Evidence can include a drugged driver’s physical appearance, driving pattern, statements, behavior and performance of field sobriety tests.
Due to the complexity of drug-related accident litigation, it is highly recommended that injured victims retain the services of a qualified northern California car accident lawyer at Estey Bomberger. Our legal team works with experts in accident reconstruction, forensics, medicine and toxicology to present the evidence necessary to help prove liability and prove the victim’s entitlement to financial compensation.
Northern California Drug-Related Accident Injuries
Drugged drivers can cause devastating accidents that result in serious injury or death for innocent victims. Catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, head injuries, limb loss injuries, internal organ injuries, spinal cord injuries and burn injuries can take weeks, months and years to recover from, if a full recovery is possible. If not treated promptly, bone fracture injuries, and back and neck injuries could leave a victim with severe disabilities. Emotional injuries, such as acute stress disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder and anxiety, are also very common for northern California drug related accident victims.
Drug-Related Accident Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Claims
If you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one in a northern California drug-related accident, filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim can allow you to pursue compensation for your injury or loss. Financial compensation is by no means intended to replace the loss of a loved one or minimize the seriousness of an injury, but is intended to help victims and victims’ families reduce the financial strains associated with an injury or death and ensure future security. A personal injury claim may include money for past, current and future medical expenses, lost wages, disfigurement, loss of quality of life, and pain and suffering. A wrongful death claim may include financial compensation for hospital stays, funeral expenses, loss of consortium, loss of companionship, loss of benefits and emotional distress. Upon contacting Estey Bomberger, our northern California drug-related accident attorneys will explain the process of filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim in northern California, and explain how our law firm can offer victims and victims’ families legal assistance.
Arrange a Free Consultation with a Northern California Drug-Related Accident Lawyer
To arrange a free consultation with a northern California drug-related accident attorney, call Estey Bomberger at (800) 890-6722 or fill out our free case evaluation form. Our northern California personal injury lawyers can arrange to meet you wherever it is most convenient. We also offer evening and weekend appointments for clients who cannot meet with us during the week.