A drunk driving accident can be one of the most devastating experiences a person or family can face. When someone chooses to drive after consuming alcohol, that decision can put everyone sharing the road at risk. A collision caused by an impaired driver can leave victims with serious injuries, extensive medical expenses, lost income, and emotional trauma.

At Anderson Alexander, also known as A2X, we represent individuals and families throughout Texas who have suffered serious injuries because of negligence or other wrongful conduct. For people in Weslaco and the surrounding Rio Grande Valley, our experienced trial lawyers provide assertive, hands-on representation in serious personal injury and wrongful death cases.

We understand that victims of drunk driving accidents may be dealing with consequences they never anticipated. Our role is to investigate the circumstances, identify potentially responsible parties, and pursue accountability when the evidence supports a legal claim.

Drunk Driving Can Have Devastating Consequences

Alcohol can impair a driver’s judgment, reaction time, coordination, and ability to make safe decisions. When an impaired driver gets behind the wheel, the risk of causing a serious collision can increase significantly.

A drunk driving crash may involve:

• Rear-end collisions
• Head-on crashes
• Wrong-way accidents
• Intersection collisions
• Lane departure crashes
• High-speed collisions
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Fatal crashes

Because impaired driving can involve dangerous behavior before the collision even occurs, the resulting injuries can be catastrophic.

We understand that a serious crash can affect every aspect of a victim’s life, from physical health and employment to family responsibilities and financial security.

Serious Injuries May Require Long-Term Care

The force of a drunk driving collision can cause significant physical trauma. Some victims recover with treatment, while others face permanent disabilities or life-changing injuries.

Potential injuries may include:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Broken bones
• Internal injuries
• Severe burns
• Neck and back injuries
• Crush injuries
• Permanent disabilities
• Fatal injuries

Treatment may involve emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, rehabilitation, medication, or ongoing medical attention.

We look beyond the immediate aftermath of the collision when evaluating a serious injury case. The long-term effect of an accident can be just as significant as what happens during the first few days.

Establishing That Alcohol Was a Factor

In some cases, evidence of impairment may be readily available. Police may investigate suspected drunk driving and conduct testing after a collision.

However, every accident is different, and a criminal investigation does not automatically resolve every issue involved in a civil personal injury claim.

Our attorneys examine the available evidence surrounding the crash. Depending on the circumstances, that evidence may include accident reports, witness accounts, photographs, video, medical records, information concerning the driver’s conduct, and other documentation.

We focus on determining what happened and how the driver’s conduct contributed to the collision.

A Criminal Case and Personal Injury Claim Are Different

Victims sometimes assume that if an impaired driver is arrested or prosecuted, their legal matter will automatically be resolved. A criminal prosecution and a civil personal injury case are separate legal proceedings.

A criminal case is brought by the government and focuses on potential violations of criminal law. A personal injury or wrongful death claim is a civil matter that may allow an injured person or surviving family members to pursue compensation for certain losses.

Even when criminal proceedings are underway, an injured person may have separate legal concerns that need to be addressed. We help clients understand these distinctions and the potential civil legal issues associated with their injuries.

Wrongful Death After a Drunk Driving Crash

Sadly, some impaired driving accidents result in fatal injuries. When a family loses a loved one because of another person’s negligent or wrongful conduct, the emotional loss can be overwhelming. Families may also face the loss of income, support, companionship, and other contributions made by the deceased person.

A2X represents families in wrongful death matters as well as serious personal injury cases.

We understand the sensitivity required when a family is grieving. Our role is to investigate the circumstances, explain the legal process, and pursue accountability when the evidence supports a wrongful death claim.

We Investigate the Complete Picture

A serious accident should not be reduced to a few statements about what happened. Our attorneys investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and consider evidence that may help establish liability.

Depending on the case, this may involve examining:

• Accident and police reports
• Witness statements
• Photographs and video
• Vehicle damage
• Medical records
• Available information concerning impairment
• Road and traffic conditions
• Other relevant evidence

The goal is to develop a clear understanding of the crash and identify the parties who may be legally responsible.

Contact A2X Today

If an impaired driver has seriously injured you or taken the life of someone you love, you should not have to navigate the aftermath without experienced legal representation.

At Anderson Alexander, our experienced trial lawyers provide assertive, hands-on representation to individuals and families facing serious personal injuries and wrongful death. We investigate drunk driving accidents, examine the evidence, and work to hold negligent parties accountable.

If you are dealing with serious injuries, medical expenses, lost income, permanent disabilities, or the wrongful death of a loved one after a drunk driving crash, contact A2X today. Reach out to our Weslaco drunk driver accident lawyers to discuss your circumstances, understand your potential legal options, and take the next step toward pursuing justice.