Hartford Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer
It is devastating enough if one is involved in a bad traffic accident, but doubly so (and even harder to cope with the injury or loss) when a drunk driver causes the accident. Drunk driving is a serious problem that continues to cause many injuries and deaths despite increased efforts to educate the public on the dangers of DUI and enforce DUI laws.
In the unfortunate event that you are the victim of an accident caused by a drunk driver, you need an experienced Hartford drunk driving accident Lawyer to obtain maximum compensation for your injuries and loss. Contact Michael L. Chambers Jr., Attorney at Law, for help today.
What You Should Know
Crash Risks
Impaired judgment and reaction time
Speeding or swerving
Head-on or rear-impact collisions
Overcorrecting or losing control
Proving Impairment
Police DUI report and field sobriety tests
Breathalyzer or blood alcohol level (BAC) results
Video surveillance and witness observations
Why It Matters
Higher liability for drunk drivers
Possibility of punitive damages
Greater insurance scrutiny and coverage exposure
What to Do After Accident
1
Get medical attention immediately
Your health comes first; documentation supports your claim.
2
Preserve evidence of impairment
Keep copies of reports, medical records, photos, and videos of the scene.
3
Notify your insurance and us promptly
Avoid providing personal statements to insurers; we’ll handle it.
4
Call our office
We investigate, consult experts, and push for full compensation (economic and punitive).
4
Document your injuries and recovery
Medical records, receipts, therapy notes and time off work matter.
When to contact a drunk driving accident lawyer
Even if the drunk driver seems unknown or underinsured, reach out early. We preserve BAC evidence, secure scene documentation, and handle insurers so you can focus on recovery.
BAC Evidence
How blood or breath alcohol numbers can be leveraged in your case.
Criminal vs Civil Claims
DUI charges and civil injury claims run separately but reinforce each other.
Passenger Claims
If you were a passenger in a drunk crash, we can hold both the driver and others liable.
Underinsured / Uninsured DUI Drivers
We explore UM/UIM and other insurance layers if coverage is lacking.
Large Truck DUI Crashes
Combining alcohol impairment with commercial truck negligence demands extra investigation.
Pedestrian & Cyclist Victims
DUI collisions involving vulnerable road users get extra protection under law.
Important initial advice
Avoid social media posts, don’t provide recorded statements to insurers, and save all crash-related documentation.
Gathering evidence
We obtain police reports, BAC records, video evidence, witness statements, and medical documentation.
Facts about punitive damages
Connecticut allows extra damages in DUI cases to punish reckless behavior. We pursue full justice for your case.
