Sonoma County DUI Accidents
It is against the law to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol in every jurisdiction in the United States. California Vehicle Code § 23152 states, “It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, to drive a vehicle”. In addition to criminal charges, intoxicated drivers may face civil charges from the party or parties injured in a DUI accident. Besides bringing a sense of justice to the situation, civil charges can allow victims the chance to recover monetary compensation for any expenses related to the accident. The Sonoma County DUI accident injury lawyers have won millions of dollars for clients’ damages. Our clients have been able to pay for medical bills, rehabilitation, care giving services and medical equipment. Our clients have also received money for lost wages from missed time at work, lost benefits, and pain and suffering.
Sonoma County Drunk Driving Victim Advocates
If an insurance adjuster has contacted you after being involved in an accident with an intoxicated driver, do not accept any settlement offers from the adjuster. It is the job of the insurance adjuster to close the claim as quickly as possible before the full extent of your injuries is known. A Sonoma County drunk driving accident lawyer will make sure your right to maximum compensation is protected.
Types of Sonoma County DUI Accident Injuries
Sonoma County DUI accident injuries can vary considerably depending on the circumstances surrounding the accident. Injuries may include:
• First, second or third degree burn injuries
• Incomplete or complete spinal cord injuries
• Compound or simple bone fracture injuries
• Blunt trauma injuries
• Partial or complete amputation (loss of limb) injuries
• Mild, moderate or severe brain damage
• Posttraumatic stress disorder
• Acute anxiety disorder
• DUI accident wrongful death.
Major Highways of Sonoma County
The Sonoma County drunk driving accident injury lawyers have handled all types of alcohol-related accidents occurring on the county’s many roads and highways, including:
• State Route 1 – travels through the mouth of the Gualala River to the Marin County border
• State Route 12 (Luther Burbank Memorial Highway) – travels eastward through Santa Rosa and then into Napa County
• State Route 37 – travels through the Petaluma River before meeting State Route 121 nears Sears Point
• State Route 116 (Guerneville Highway) – travels through Guerneville, Forestville and Sebastopol
• State Route 121 – travels through Tolay Lake basin and the Carneros region
• State Route 128 – travels southeast from Geyserville through the Alexander Valley.
We Always Have the Clients’ Best Interest at Heart
At Estey Bomberger, we always have our clients’ best interest at heart. We are passionate about helping our clients move forward from a tragic accident. If you would like to learn how we can assist you, call (800) 784-9180 and you will be connected with one of our Sonoma County DUI accident attorneys. We welcome your call and any questions you may have regarding your accident. It costs nothing to call and you are under no obligation.
