Houston Drunk Driver Accident Lawyer • Texas DWI Accident Lawyer
In 2007, over one third of all fatal car accidents in Texas involved drunk drivers, resulting in 1,282 out of 3,353 fatal wrecks being caused by drivers who were over the legal blood alcohol limit. Nationwide that same year, more than 27,000 fatal accidents occurred involving legally-intoxicated drivers.
In just the past three years, the personal injury lawyers at Fitts Zehl have recovered over $150 million on behalf of clients across Texas and the United States who were injured in car or truck accidents involving alcohol.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a drunk driver, you are not alone. At Fitts Zehl, LLP, we are committed to helping our clients recover physically and financially after being seriously injured in a drunk driving accident. Call our Houston law office at 866-586-8988 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation with an experienced Drunk Driving Injury Lawyer.
Texas Drunk Driving Accident Statistics by County
The total number of car accidents involving drunk drivers in 2007:
- Harris County: 3,032
- Travis County: 1,562
- Galveston County: 300
Total fatalities from car accidents with drunk drivers in 2007:
- Harris County: 143
- Travis County: 21
- Galveston County: 6
Handling Alcohol-Related Accidents
In the aftermath of an accident that was someone else's fault, you may not immediately know if alcohol played a part in causing the wreck. Since a drunk driving accident case differs from other cases, it is important to immediately examine the facts and determine the best course of action. Our firm's attorneys and experts thoroughly investigate each individual case in order to maximize the recovery. Remember, time is of the essence when investigating an accident involving an intixicated driver. The Drunk Driving Injury Lawyers at Fitts Zehl have years of experience successfully handling complex car accident cases for clients who have suffered serious physical damages. Let us put our winning team to work for you.
Seeking Maximum Compensation
Drunk driving accidents often result in significant expenses, including long-term or even lifetime medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other costs that can run into the tens of millions of dollars. Unfortunately, insurance companies are often quick to offer staggeringly low settlements which accident victims, for one reason or another, accept.
If you or a loved one has been injured, disabled or killed by a drunk driver, the Auto Accident Trial Attorneys at Fitts Zehl, LLP can help you obtain maximum compensation for all of your accident-related expenses and damages.
Before you accept any offers or sign any documents, make sure you speak with an experienced lawyer first!
Contact One of Our Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation: 1-800-993-4887
We offer a free initial consultation and are available for evening and weekend appointments. We work on a contingency-fee basis so that you pay nothing unless we win. Our offices are centrally located in Galleria Tower I. To contact one of our experienced Houston Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers, click here or call 1-800-993-4887.
