Drunk driving injures or kills hundreds of thousands of people every year in the United States despite huge marketing campaigns fighting against this dangerous behavior. With the high prevalence of drunk drivers on the road, it can be helpful know the signs of a drunk driver so that you can avoid these impaired individuals. Even if you do not notice these signs quickly enough to avoid an accident, you can later describe the behavior of the driver who caused your accident, potentially helping your legal standing should you decide to take civil action against the intoxicated driver.
Signs of Drunk Driving
While everyone reacts to alcohol differently, there are some signs of drunk driving that are relatively common. Five common signs of an impaired driver are:
- Swerving between lanes
- Driving abnormally quickly or slowly
- Sudden stops and starts
- Veering into oncoming traffic lanes
- Not obeying stop signs/traffic lights
Each of these behaviors could signify that a driver is under the influence of alcohol and thus is a danger to other people on the road. If you notice someone on the road who appears to be driving under the influence, pull over and immediately call 911 to report the driver. Give the dispatcher as much information as you can recall, including the make, model, and color of the car, any part of the license plate you can remember, and anything about the physical description of the driver you noticed. This report could end up saving a life.
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Although most people assume that drunk driving is solely a criminal issue, victims of these dangerous drivers can sometimes obtain financial compensation via civil lawsuits when they are injured in drunk driving accidents.
If you or a loved one has suffered because of an encounter with a drunk driver, contact the qualified attorneys at the Law Offices of Vic Feazell, P.C. today. We may be able to help you take the legal steps necessary to obtain financial compensation for your injuries and any costs that resulted from your accident with a drunk driver.
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