King County DUI Car Accident Critically Injures Two
Two drivers sustained critical injuries in a King County car accident, after a suspected drunk driver going east on the Interstate 90, crossed the center median and crashed head-on into a westbound vehicle, near Preston. According to the News Tribune, a state trooper who was going eastbound on the highway saw a 2001 Acura RL drive up over the dirt median and cross over to the westbound lanes. After avoiding a collision with a big rig, the Acura crashed head-on into a 2006 Honda Civic. Both drivers were transported to a Seattle hospital. The driver of the Acura, a 53-year-old man, apparently has a prior DUI conviction and will face charges as a result of this major injury car accident.
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious crime in Washington State. According to the Revised Code of Washington Section 46.61.502, driving under the influence is when “a person is guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug if the person drives a vehicle within the state.” It is also illegal to drive with a blood alcohol level of 0.08 percent or higher.
Drunk drivers who cause fatalities may also face vehicular homicide charges. In addition to facing serious criminal charges, drunk drivers could also be held civilly responsible for their actions. Victims of alcohol-related accidents may seek compensation to cover medical expenses, loss of wages, cost of hospitalization, rehabilitation, therapy and other related expenses.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, please contact the experienced Seattle personal injury attorneys of The Bernard Law Group at 1-800-418-8282 or info@bernardlawgroup.com for a FREE, comprehensive and confidential consultation. We can also send you our FREE informational brochure, which has useful educational information that will help you better understand your legal rights and options. Get in touch with Kirk Bernard and his skilled legal team today.
Source:http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/story/996236.html
