In May 2018, a Dorchester County resident's life was forever altered when an intoxicated driver veered into oncoming traffic on Main Road in Charleston, South Carolina, causing a violent head-on collision. The at-fault driver's blood alcohol content was nearly triple the legal limit, and they were also under the influence of additional controlled substances at the time of the crash.
The impact resulted in significant physical injuries and substantial losses for the victim, who had been lawfully operating their vehicle when struck by the impaired driver's reckless actions.
The Law Office of Sean M. Wilson provided resources and professional guidance during this challenging period. Our South Carolina drunk driving accident lawyers understood the devastating impact of such a serious collision, particularly given its entirely preventable nature had the at-fault driver not chosen to drive while severely impaired.
Initially, questions arose regarding the extent of our client's injuries and the impact of the at-fault driver's extreme intoxication on liability. Through dedicated effort and thorough documentation of both the driver's impairment and our client's damages, our legal team secured a settlement that appropriately compensated for current and future medical needs.
Legal Issues in Drunk Driving Accident Cases
Collisions involving impaired drivers present specific legal considerations regarding liability and damages.
Liability Assessment
- Blood alcohol content documentation
- Drug testing results
- Traffic law violations
- Accident reconstruction findings
- Criminal charges
- Prior DUI history
Evaluating Damages
- Medical expenses
- Future treatment needs
- Lost income
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Punitive damages consideration
How Our South Carolina Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers Can Help
Our dedicated legal team has extensive experience handling serious motor vehicle collision cases involving:
- Drunk driving
- Drug impairment
- Multiple substances
- Severe injuries
- Complex damages
- Insurance negotiations
If you've been injured by an impaired driver, contact us for a free consultation at our offices in Charleston or Columbia. We have the knowledge and resources to protect your rights and help ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries while holding impaired drivers accountable for their dangerous choices.