Intoxicated Truck Driver Kills Passenger Near Walhalla
Last week, a 31-year old drunk driver killed a 33-year old passenger in his truck while driving intoxicated. The fatal crash involved only one car, a pickup truck that was overturned in a ditch near Walhalla. The drunk driver was taken to the hospital for injuries, while the passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. Gruesome accidents like this are all too common in North Dakota, with long highways between towns and ease of access to intoxicants. The availability of drugs and alcohol means clouded judgment, and motorists feel unsafe on the road when intoxicated drivers might be operating a vehicle. Whether you are drunk or drugged, driving under the influence is always dangerous – not to mention illegal.
What should I do if a negligent driver injured me?
If you have been injured in a truck accident with an intoxicated driver, you will need to seek immediate medical attention. After calling 9-1-1, paramedics should arrive on the scene, and you will be checked for injuries, and likely taken to the hospital. Even if you were also under the influence at the time of your accident, the driver of the car that crashed is at fault for your personal injury. After your medical needs have been addressed, you should immediately call a North Dakota car accident attorney to help you understand your case and what specific legal recourse you have. Medical bills, missed work, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages can all be recovered if you have an aggressive Minot truck accident lawyer that is willing to fight for you. If the unthinkable has happened and a loved one has been killed in a drunk driving accident from a driver’s negligence, it is crucial that you call a compassionate and thorough Minot wrongful death attorney today.
Difficult car accidents require smart and understanding lawyers
One complication arising from a host of drunk driving accidents is the friendship factor – sometimes, passengers can get injured by a person they truly care about. This creates the somewhat impossible personal situation of potential legal action against a friend or peer, not to mention the driver’s lifelong guilt from injuring someone due to poor judgment. You must have legal representation, even if it means a friendship is at risk. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you navigate potential legal and personal landmines. It is best to hire a reputable North Dakota attorney you can trust. No matter what happens between you and the driver, it is necessary to stand up for your rights. Medical bills and lost wages can become astronomical over time.
Negligence comes in many forms: driving while intoxicated, driving while fatigued, even operating a vehicle while on the phone or texting can be negligence if someone gets hurt. Unfortunately, there are thousands of North Dakota car accidents every year, and good people regularly suffer from these damages. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident with an intoxicated or negligent driver, it is time to retain dedicated and understanding representation. The Larson Law knows how challenging these times are, especially for those in emotional and/or physical pain. Ensuring that you have an advocate is the best thing you can do to heal. Give us a call to discuss your case and your options. Call us at 701-484-4878 or fill out our contact form.
Mark Larson is a Certified Civil Trial Specialist and Certified Civil Pre-Trial Specialist focusing on personal injury, car accidents, wrongful death, and oil field claims. Since 1979, Larson Law has served the injured throughout North Dakota. Read more about Mark V. Larson.