Drunk driving wrecked your life in a split second. Now you’re left with medical bills, pain, and zero patience for excuses. At JCJ Law Group, we don’t just go after the drunk driver — we chase down every party that let it happen. You want justice? Good. We take it. When you’re hit by a drunk driver, we hit back harder.
What should I do if I’ve been in a drunk driving accident in Houston?
- Get police and emergency medical help on the scene ASAP. A police report is critical.
- Even if you feel “okay,” get checked. Injuries often show up later, and documentation matters.
- Take photos of everything: vehicles, injuries, road conditions, and the other driver.
- Get names, numbers, or videos of anyone who saw the crash or the driver’s behavior.
- Don’t talk to insurance adjusters until you’ve got a lawyer.
- Call JCJ Law Group – We’ll take it from here.
How to determine liability in a drunk driving accident case?
Liability in a drunk driving case isn’t always just about the driver. Yeah, the drunk driver behind the wheel is the obvious culprit — but we dig deeper. Here’s how we lock it down:
- Police Reports & BAC Results: The officer’s report, field sobriety tests, and blood alcohol content (BAC) results form the backbone of any drunk driving case. If the driver blew over the legal limit (0.08 in Texas), that’s automatic evidence of negligence. If they refused the test? We use that refusal against them.
- Crash Scene Evidence & Witnesses: Skid marks, car damage, location of debris — it all paints a picture. Add in witness statements, dash cam footage, or surveillance video, and suddenly the “I wasn’t that drunk” defense falls apart fast.
- Dram Shop Liability: Bars, clubs, and restaurants can be held liable if they overserved the driver while they were obviously intoxicated. We subpoena receipts, security footage, and staff testimonies to prove it. If a business helped load the gun, we don’t let them walk away.
- Employer Responsibility: If the drunk driver was on the clock — say a delivery driver or a company rep — their employer could be liable too. We dig into vehicle ownership, work logs, and training records to drag any negligent company into the light.
- Digital Footprints & Phone Records: We get aggressive with subpoenas. Texts, call logs, social media posts, and bar check-ins? We use it all. If the driver was bragging about “one more shot” before getting behind the wheel, that’s evidence.
- Medical & Financial Records: Beyond proving fault, we establish how much this crash cost you — physically, emotionally, and financially — so we can demand every penny you deserve.
We don’t just blame the drunk driver. We hunt down every responsible party, no matter how deep we have to dig—you shouldn’t be the one paying for someone else’s stupidity.
What compensation can you actually get from a drunk driving accident case?
Let’s be clear — a drunk driving crash doesn’t just mess up your car. It can ruin your body, your income, and your entire way of life. At JCJ Law Group, we don’t just aim for “fair.” We go for everything you’re owed — and that number might be a hell of a lot higher than you think.
Here’s what you can actually recover:
- Medical Expenses (Past & Future): ER visits, surgeries, physical therapy, prescriptions, specialist care — it all adds up. And in Texas, those bills can balloon fast, especially when hospitals refuse to bill your health insurance. We make them. We also account for future care, like ongoing rehab, pain management, or long-term treatment. This can easily range from $25,000 to $500,000+, depending on the injury.
- Lost Wages & Lost Earning Potential: Can’t work because of the wreck? That’s on them. Whether you missed a week, a year, or can’t go back at all, we calculate every lost dollar. For someone with a steady job, this can mean $5,000 to $200,000+, depending on your salary and how long you’re out of work. If you’ve got permanent damage that affects your future earning power? That number climbs higher.
- Property Damage: Your car got smashed? You’re not just entitled to a lowball repair. We demand the full value of your vehicle or the actual cost to restore it right, plus damage to anything inside (phone, laptop, car seats, etc.). $3,000 to $50,000+, depending on your ride.
- Pain and Suffering: You didn’t just get bruised. You’ve got sleepless nights, PTSD, chronic pain, and anxiety every time you get in a car again. This is where things get personal — and where settlements can soar. This can range from $25,000 to over $1,000,000.
- Punitive Damages: When someone gets hammered and decides to play demolition derby with your life, the court can smack them with extra damages just to make an example. These aren’t guaranteed, but when they hit? They hit big. Think $100,000 to several millions, depending on the facts and the jury.
- Wrongful Death Damages (if someone died): If a loved one was killed by a drunk driver, you can pursue compensation for funeral costs, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and emotional devastation. These cases can result in multi-million-dollar verdicts, and we fight like hell to make sure your family gets every dime.
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