What happens if a drunk driver hits you?

What should I do if I am hit by a drunk driver? Someone hit by an intoxicated driver in California should call the police, if possible. A police report and chemical test (if one was given) are the best way to prove someone was operating a motor vehicle while drunk or high.

How old was the man who was hit by a drunk driver?

A 44-year-old man was driving his car in South Florida. Another car, heading in the opposite direction, crashed head on into him. GEICO insured the drunk driver who caused the accident. According to the police report, the at-fault driver was driving the wrong way.

What happens if you get hit by a drunk driver?

A drunk driver crashed into the rear of the car that Jessica was in. After the accident, Jessica had back and neck pain. She decided to look for a car accident attorney. She got a free consultation from me. I told Jessica that I could represent her and she hired me.

What was the settlement for the hit by drunk driver?

The at fault driver had a $10,000 per person, $20,000 per accident in bodily injury liability (BIL) coverage. Windhaven typically sells car insurance policies with low BIL limits. However, the personal representative (PR) of the person who was killed had a wrongful death claim. Additionally, Shankeva’s boyfriend also had a personal injury claim.

Are there punitive damages for a drunk driver?

In other words, you cannot get a huge punitive damages award if the DUI driver is poor. Windhaven insured the car that the drunk driver was driving. The at fault driver had a $10,000 per person, $20,000 per accident in bodily injury liability (BIL) coverage.

What did Jen do when she got hit by a drunk driver?

Jen was arrested for DUI. Bob got a ticket for reckless driving. Even though she was drunk driving, Jen’s insurance company wouldn’t accept full liability for the crash, so Bob hired an attorney and filed a lawsuit, seeking $100,000 for his injuries.