Atlanta Drunk Driving Accident Attorney
Hit by a drunk driver? Atlanta Metro Law wins maximum compensation for DUI accident victims. We work on a flat 25% fee. Free consultation available now. No fees unless we win your case.
Get Every Dollar You Deserve
Drunk driving accidents cause devastating injuries and life changing consequences. You need aggressive legal representation immediately. Our Atlanta drunk driving accident attorneys recover full compensation for emergency medical treatment, surgeries, hospital stays, rehabilitation, and future medical care. We fight for lost wages from missed work, reduced earning capacity if you cannot return to your job, and loss of benefits and career opportunities.
Your suffering matters. We pursue maximum damages for physical pain, emotional trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, loss of quality of life, and permanent disabilities or disfigurement. Property damage to your vehicle and personal belongings is included in every drunk driving accident claim.
Catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, internal organ damage, and severe burns demand the highest compensation. Drunk drivers cause preventable tragedies and must pay for the harm they inflict.
Why Choose Atlanta Metro Law
Proven Track Record Against Drunk Drivers
We have recovered millions for Georgia DUI accident victims. Our drunk driving accident lawyers know how to build ironclad cases against intoxicated drivers and their insurance companies. We understand Georgia DUI laws inside and out and use every legal tool to maximize your settlement or verdict.
Flat 25% Fee Structure
Most personal injury lawyers charge 33% to 40%. We charge just 25% and only if we win. Free consultation to review your case. We cover all expenses including expert witnesses, accident reconstruction specialists, medical record retrieval, and court costs. You pay nothing out of pocket.
Immediate Response Team
Call anytime, day or night. We respond within hours to drunk driving accidents. Time is critical. Evidence disappears. Witnesses forget details. Drunk drivers and their lawyers start building defenses immediately. We act fast to preserve your rights and strengthen your claim.
Comprehensive Investigation
We obtain police reports showing field sobriety tests and blood alcohol concentration results. We gather surveillance footage from traffic cameras, businesses, and dashcams. We interview every witness and consult with accident reconstruction experts. We subpoena bar tabs, credit card receipts, and server statements to prove over service. Our investigation leaves nothing to chance.
We Pursue All Liable Parties
Drunk driving accident cases often involve multiple defendants beyond just the intoxicated driver. Most victims do not realize how many parties can be held financially responsible.
The drunk driver faces personal liability for choosing to drive while intoxicated. We pursue their auto insurance policy limits and personal assets when necessary. Bar owners, restaurants, and social hosts who over serve visibly intoxicated patrons can be sued under Georgia dram shop laws. Establishments that serve alcohol to minors face strict liability.
Employers whose employees cause DUI accidents while on company business share responsibility. Rental car companies that rent to drunk drivers may be liable. Vehicle owners who loan their cars to intoxicated drivers can be defendants. Social hosts who provide alcohol at parties where guests drive drunk may face claims.
Third party drivers who contribute to chain reaction crashes involving drunk drivers share fault. Road design defects and poor lighting that worsen drunk driving accidents can create claims against government entities. Bars and nightclubs with inadequate security allowing over intoxicated patrons to drive face negligence claims.
More defendants mean more insurance policies and higher total compensation. Our drunk driving accident attorneys identify every possible source of recovery to maximize your settlement.
Georgia DUI Laws Work in Your Favor
Georgia law gives drunk driving accident victims powerful legal advantages.ย Georgia DUI statutesย establish that drivers with blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher are legally impaired. This creates a presumption of negligence that shifts the burden to the drunk driver.
Criminal DUI convictions provide strong evidence in civil personal injury cases. We use police reports, breathalyzer results, field sobriety test failures, and dash cam footage to prove liability. Many DUI accident cases settle quickly once the drunk driver’s insurance company sees the criminal evidence.
Georgia allows punitive damages against drunk drivers in addition to compensatory damages. Punitive damages punish extremely reckless conduct and can multiply your total recovery. Our drunk driving accident lawyers aggressively pursue punitive damages to hold intoxicated drivers fully accountable.
The statute of limitations for drunk driving accident claims in Georgia is two years from the crash date. However, gathering evidence and building a strong case takes time. Waiting reduces your leverage and allows critical evidence to disappear. Contact us immediately to protect your rights.
Common Mistakes That Destroy DUI Accident Claims
Giving recorded statements to insurance adjusters without a lawyer present. Everything you say will be twisted to reduce or deny your claim. Drunk drivers and their insurers look for any excuse to blame victims.
Accepting quick settlement offers before understanding the full extent of your injuries. Initial offers are always lowball. Insurance companies hope you will take fast money before realizing your injuries are permanent or require ongoing treatment.
Failing to seek immediate medical treatment. Insurance companies argue that delayed treatment means your injuries are not serious or were caused by something else. Get examined immediately even if you feel fine.
Posting on social media about your accident or injuries. Insurance companies monitor your accounts and use photos, check ins, and posts to claim you are not really injured. Stay off social media until your case settles.
Not preserving evidence from the accident scene. Photos, witness contact information, and physical evidence can make or break your case. Document everything while memories are fresh.
Our Process
First, we provide a free case evaluation. Tell us what happened and we will explain your legal options with no obligation. We answer all your questions and give honest advice about the strength of your claim.
Next, we launch an immediate investigation. Our team gathers police reports, medical records, witness statements, surveillance footage, and all available evidence. We consult with medical experts, accident reconstructionists, and economists to establish the full value of your damages.
Then we handle all negotiations with insurance companies. Our drunk driving accident attorneys demand full compensation and refuse lowball offers. We have the trial experience and reputation to make insurance companies take our demands seriously.
If negotiations fail, we file a lawsuit and take your case to court. Our litigation team has extensive trial experience and is prepared to present your case to a jury. Most cases settle before trial once defendants see we are ready to fight.
What to Bring to Your Consultation
Do not worry if you do not have everything. We can obtain what is missing. Bring any medical records, bills, or discharge papers from your treatment. Bring the police report if you received a copy. Bring photos of the accident scene, your vehicle damage, and your injuries. Bring contact information for any witnesses. Bring your insurance policy information and any correspondence from insurance companies.
The most important thing is to call us now. We will guide you through the rest.
Serving Atlanta and Metro Georgia
We represent drunk driving accident victims throughout Fulton County, Cobb County, DeKalb County, Gwinnett County, and the entire Atlanta metropolitan area. Our attorneys know local courts, judges, and how Georgia law applies to your case. We handle claims from Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Roswell, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Smyrna, Dunwoody, and all surrounding communities.
Local expertise matters when facing drunk driving accident cases. We know which bars and restaurants have histories of over serving. We know local law enforcement procedures and court systems. We have relationships with the best medical experts and accident reconstruction specialists in Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a drunk driving accident lawyer cost?
We charge a flat 25% contingency fee, lower than most firms. You pay nothing upfront and nothing unless we win your case. We advance all costs including expert fees, court filing fees, and investigation expenses. You never receive a bill from us.
What if the drunk driver has no insurance?
We pursue compensation from multiple sources. Your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply. We identify other liable parties like bars that over served or vehicle owners. We go after the drunk driver’s personal assets when necessary. Our drunk driving accident attorneys find money others miss.
Can I sue if the drunk driver was arrested?
Absolutely. Criminal DUI charges and civil personal injury claims are separate legal matters. You can sue for damages regardless of criminal case outcomes. In fact, a DUI arrest strengthens your civil case by providing evidence of negligence and impairment.
How long do drunk driving accident cases take?
It depends on injury severity and defendant cooperation. Some cases settle in months when liability is clear and injuries are documented. Complex cases with catastrophic injuries or disputed liability can take one to two years. We move as quickly as possible while maximizing compensation. Rushing hurts your recovery.
What if I was partially at fault?
Georgia uses modified comparative negligence rules. You can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault, as long as you were less than 50% responsible. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault, you receive 80% of total damages. Our drunk driving accident lawyers fight to minimize any fault attributed to you.
Should I accept the insurance company’s first offer?
Never. Initial offers are designed to close cases cheaply before you understand your injury severity. Insurance adjusters count on victims accepting quick money. Once you settle, you cannot reopen your case even if your injuries worsen. Let our attorneys evaluate any offer before you respond.
Time Is Critical
Georgia law gives you two years to file a drunk driving accident lawsuit. This sounds like plenty of time but it is not. Evidence disappears rapidly. Surveillance footage gets erased. Witnesses move or forget details. Drunk drivers hide assets. Medical records become harder to obtain.
Every day you wait weakens your case and strengthens the drunk driver’s defense. Insurance companies use delays against you. They argue your injuries must not be serious if you waited months to hire a lawyer.
Act now to protect your rights and maximize your compensation.
Start Your Case Today
Contact Atlanta Metro Law for a free consultation with an experienced drunk driving accident lawyer. We will review your medical records, analyze the police report, explain your legal options, and fight for maximum recovery. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.
Call us 24/7 for immediate assistance. Remember, we charge just 25% and only if we win your case.
Your recovery starts with one call. Do not let drunk drivers and their insurance companies escape responsibility. Get the aggressive legal representation you deserve.
