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According to San Angelo Live, the driver of a white Dodge charger was involved in a car accident in the 1100 block of Rio Concho Drive on Wednesday night. The driver lost control of the vehicle and hit a nearby telephone pole which resulted in him rolling the car which ended up in the yard of an apartment complex. It is unknown at what speed the driver was traveling when he lost control, but what is known is that he was driving while intoxicated. There were two people in the Dodge Charger when it crashed. The passenger was taken to Shannon Medical Center by ambulance to be evaluated for injuries. The driver, however, did not seem to be injured in the accident and was given a field sobriety test which confirmed police suspicion that he was intoxicated. This action resulted in his arrest for a DWI. Fortunately, there were not any other vehicles involved in this crash. 

Drunk Driving Car Accidents 

Unfortunately, drunk driving car crashes happen at an alarming rate, and they are responsible for over a quarter of fatal car crashes. Sometimes they are minor, but often, they are significant accidents that result in the loss of life. The most unfortunate aspect of drunk driving accidents is the fact that many of the people who are killed or seriously injured are innocent, unsuspecting people. Now, this is not to say that the intoxicated drivers are not killed or seriously injured, but many of the injuries occur to people who have no idea that they are driving on the same road as a person who is intoxicated. No matter how much caution you use while driving, it may not be enough to avoid an accident with a drunk driver. Many people think that they are okay to get behind the wheel and end up causing an accident. Sadly, this behavior is entirely avoidable with just a few moments of planning. 

When it comes to accidents that involve drunk drivers, several factors need to be considered afterward. Did the person get drunk in a bar or at a restaurant? Did an employee the bar or restaurant willing serve the person too much alcohol? An experienced lawyer could best handle the legal considerations surrounding your situation. Your injuries may prevent you from being able to do the necessary work involved in building and presenting a case. 

Automobile Accident Attorney in Abilene, Texas

If you have had the unfortunate luck of being hit by a drunk driver, then you may be entitled to compensation. Accidents like this can lead to mounting medical bills and other mounting expenses.  Call Galbreath Law Firm for a free evaluation today. Let us do our best to help you and your family in your time of need.