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Experienced Drunk Driver Accident Attorney in Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas is known for its high-profile parties and entertainment. Unfortunately, not everyone handles these events responsibly, leading to a high number of drinking and driving accidents. Although there are many single-car accidents, we also see many accidents involving other vehicles. If you or a loved one was injured or killed in a drunk driving accident, Carvalho & Associates is here to help.

Effects of Alcohol on Driving

The effects of alcohol vary depending on the BAC levels. The following examples are suitable references for a 160-pound man:

02 percent BAC (two drinks) decreases the ability to multitask and focus while enhancing visual impairment.
05 percent BAC (three drinks) decreases coordination, steering capabilities, and reflexes to respond to emergency situations
08 percent BAC (four drinks) decreases concentration, speed control, visual perception, and reflexes to react to incoming information
10 percent BAC (five drinks) decreases the ability to stay within your lane and stop abruptly.

Attorneys Discussing a Drunk Driver Accident Case

Legal Nevada BAC Limits

In Nevada, the legal BAC limit for your blood alcohol concentration for adults 21 years or older is 0.8%, and 0.024% if you are under 21 years old.

For a commercial driver, the legal BAC limit is only 0.4%, and 0.2% if you are under 21 Years old.

Nevada Drunk Driving Statistics

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 28 people in the US die daily due to motor vehicle accidents involving alcohol-impaired drivers. This alarming statistic amounts to one death every 51 minutes. Alcohol is the leading cause of intoxicated accidents and deaths in America.

What to Do If You Are Hit by a Drunk Driver

Immediately after your accident, if you suspect the driver of the other vehicle is under the influence, it is imperative to report your suspicions to the police on the scene. If the police have not arrived, it is important to call and report your suspicion to the dispatcher. Once this has been handled, seek medical treatment and collect any evidence you can.

Seeking Medical Treatment After Being Hit by a Drunk Driver

If you were injured in a car crash caused by a drunk driver, your priority should be your health. Unfortunately, the extent of the injuries that you suffered can't be known immediately. In addition, disorientation and confusion can make it hard to identify if you need medical attention, and even minor injuries require medical attention.

Paying for Medical Treatment

Medical treatment can be increasingly expensive. The driver who caused the accident or their insurance company will be responsible for your medical bills. However, these will not be paid as you go. Most people who get injured in car accidents can get the treatment they need with the help of their health insurance and liens. This protects victims against bills while allowing them to get the treatment they need.

Drunk Driving Accident Compensation

If you were injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, you have the right to receive both compensatory and punitive damages. The actual damage settlement amount is based on the factors that affect the plaintiff's life, such as the severity of the injuries, financial losses, medical bills, and more. Punitive damages are designed to punish intoxicated drivers and aims to deter others from drinking and driving.

Choose Carvalho & Associates

Our skilled lawyers will help you pursue the best possible settlement for your case. We’ll guide you through the various steps involved in your complex legal case so you can feel taken care of during your challenging time. We’ll also advise you on potential issues that you should avoid while the case is being reviewed to ensure optimal settlement results.

Las Vegas’s Most Trusted Drunk Driving Accident Attorney

If you are the victim of a drunk driving accident, it’s time to seek the compensation you deserve from the traumatic event with the help of Carvalho & Associates. Contact our drunk driving attorney today to discuss the specifics of your case.

Skill & Experience

Our legal team at Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law is well-respected and widely recognized among industry peers and the public, having successfully recovered compensation in some of the largest, most highly publicized personal injury cases in the history of Nevada.

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Regardless of the scope or complexity, we handle every personal injury claim with the utmost care, professionalism, and attention to detail to serve the unique legal needs of our clients. When you partner with Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law, we treat you like family.

Aggressive Representation

When someone sustains unforeseen injuries because of a preventable safety hazard or the reckless behavior of others, the victim should not have to pay for the consequences. Our personal injury attorneys work decisively and with conviction to seek justice.

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We are tireless in our efforts to attain the most beneficial outcomes for our clients. We take pride in outworking the opposition by taking bold actions, remaining proactive, and being deliberate in attaining closure and peace of mind for families during critical times.

We’ll Obtain Justice for You

Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law manages each claim with the sole determination of delivering a favorable outcome regarding clients’ rights to full compensation. If you’ve been injured, let us help you obtain justice. If you’re ready to pursue an injury claim due to a defective product, contact our law offices today and we’ll advise you on your legal options in a free consultation.