Drunk Driving Accident Attorney

Dedicated Legal Advocacy in California

Those who have been injured in a drunk driving accident have the right to seek compensation in a personal injury claim. California law permits victims to recover compensation for their medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses related to the injuries they sustained in an accident caused by another person's negligence or carelessness.

At James Mckiernan Lawyers, our San Luis Obispo drunk driving accident attorneys can help you understand your rights and can guide you through the complex legal process of filing a claim.

Our firm is dedicated to providing each client with personalized service and aggressive advocacy. We will work tirelessly to ensure you receive the maximum compensation you are due.

Contact us online or by phone at (805) 222-7654 to learn more.

What Is Considered a "DUI" in California?

In California, a DUI is any offense where a driver has a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher or is under the influence of a controlled substance. The penalties for a DUI in California are severe and can include jail time, fines, license suspension, and mandatory alcohol education and rehabilitation programs.

Some of the most common DUI charges in California include:

• Driving under the influence (DUI): Driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher
• Driving under the influence with a BAC of 0.01% to 0.07%: Driving with a BAC of 0.01% to 0.07%
• Driving under the influence per se: Driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher
• Driving under the influence with a minor in the vehicle: Driving with a BAC of 0.01% to 0.07% with a minor in the vehicle
• Driving under the influence with a child in the vehicle: Driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher with a child in the vehicle
• Driving under the influence causing bodily injury: Causing bodily injury while driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher
• Driving under the influence causing bodily injury/death: Causing bodily injury/death while driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher
• Driving under the influence causing great bodily injury: Causing great bodily injury while driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher
• Driving under the influence causing bodily injury/death/great bodily injury: Causing bodily injury/death/great bodily injury while driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher

Who Are the Most Common DUI Accident Defendants?

The majority of DUI accidents involve a single vehicle, often because the driver was driving too fast for the road conditions or was not paying attention to the road. Other accidents involve multiple vehicles, such as when a driver runs a red light or stop sign and collides with another vehicle.

Regardless of the circumstances, victims of DUI accidents have the right to seek compensation for their injuries. At James Mckiernan Lawyers, our San Luis Obispo drunk driving accident attorneys can help you pursue compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses related to your injuries.

To learn more about your legal options after a drunk driving accident, contact our firm today.

How a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer Can Help

After a drunk driving accident, you may be overwhelmed by the legal process and the amount of paperwork you need to fill out. You might not know where to begin, especially if you were injured and are dealing with a significant amount of pain and/or stress. At James Mckiernan Lawyers, our San Luis Obispo drunk driving accident attorneys can help you navigate the legal process and can represent you in negotiations, at mediation, and in court if necessary.

We can help you obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses related to your injuries. We can also help you obtain justice and can fight to ensure the negligent driver is held accountable for causing the accident.

When you hire our firm, we will do everything we can to obtain the compensation you are due for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Punitive damages

The most important thing you can do after a DUI accident is to protect your rights. The insurance company of the negligent driver will likely try to pin the accident on you and will claim you were at fault. They will deny your claim and will try to avoid paying you what you are owed.

At James Mckiernan Lawyers, our San Luis Obispo drunk driving accident attorneys can help you fight the insurance company's claims and can represent you in negotiations, at mediation, and in court if necessary. We can help you obtain the compensation you are owed and can help you move forward with your life.