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(512) 910-2000Written by TK Injury Lawyers, reviewed by Trent Kelly on November 29, 2021
Accidents and injuries caused by drivers who are drunk or under the influence of drugs are completely preventable. This can make the aftermath of the accident even more difficult, as you are dealing with injuries and losses that should never have happened. Unfortunately, these crashes are particularly common near colleges and universities, as students can make poor choices to drive after drinking.
If you suffered injuries in a drunk driving crash, contact an Austin DUI victim accident attorney for help right away.
According to reports from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the DUI crash statistics for a recent year include:
All of these drunk driving accidents were preventable, and every driver who caused injuries or fatalities should be accountable for the losses of victims.
Drunk driving among college students in the Austin area is a big problem. Austin has plenty of nightlife opportunities for your students, who might struggle to make the right decision after a night of drinking. Age is no excuse, however, as all drivers should be well aware of the risks of drunk driving.
To try and combat this problem, TxDOT is focusing on young adults and college students through the statewide impaired driving campaign known as Drive Sober, No Regrets. The campaign is designed to save lives and reduce crashes among young people while making the roads safer for everyone.
If you are injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver, there are a few things you can do to protect your legal rights. Some of these include the following:
If you have been injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver in the Austin college area, a drunk driving accident attorney at Terry & Kelly Injury Lawyers are ready to help. Please contact our office today for a free consultation today.
Trent Kelly obtained his law degree from the University of Arkansas in 2007. He is licensed to practice law in Texas and regularly assists clients with their legal matters. Trent’s practice is primarily focused on personal injury matters – particularly those involving motor vehicles (such as cars, commercial trucks, 18-wheelers, and motorcycles) and wrongful death – but he also handles various business litigation matters as well. Click here to take a look at some complex cases Trent has resolved.
Years of experience: +15 years
Location: Austin, TX
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