DUI/DWI Accident Lawyers in Houston
Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States and statistics show that in America, someone is injured in a motor vehicle crash every 12 seconds. Many of those accidents involve people who drink or take drugs and then get behind the wheel of a car. DUI (driving under the influence) and DWI (driving while intoxicated) are serious offenses of which Denena & Points, DUI/DWI accident lawyers in Houston
are all too aware. It is the responsibility of everyone who drives to do so exerting a certain amount of care. However, people who drink or take drugs and drive are endangering the lives of other drivers.
What should you do when involved in a wreck where you suspect the other driver has been drinking or taking drugs? Call for help immediately after the accident if at all possible. This means not only the police, but also an ambulance. Even if you think you are fine, you should still be checked out by a medical professional. If not, some injuries may go unnoticed until later. Remain at the scene of the crime. If possible, begin exchanging information with the other driver. This includes name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, and insurance information. The person who hit you should also stay at the scene of the accident, but he or she may be scared, knowing that they are under the influence, and try to leave. If they do leave, try to get as much information as possible – their license plate number and a description of the car including make and model.
Right after the accident, write down as much about the wreck as you can remember. This will help later on when you talk to your insurance company or visit the lawyers at Denena & Points, DUI/DWI accident lawyers
in Houston. If you cannot drive your car away from the scene of the accident, you will need to have it towed. Call your insurance company as soon as possible following the accident. Go through what you will tell them when you call because they may ask for details of the accident. If you need feel any pain or injuries days after the wreck, visit your physician to have it checked out. Waiting too long to go to the doctor about injuries that may have been caused by the wreck may hurt your chances of getting compensation.
Finally, you will want to consult one of our DWI accident lawyers in Houston. Why contact Denena & Points, DUI/DWI accident
lawyers in Houston? Because they will fight to make sure that you get the settlement that you need and deserve. Our lawyers have to knowledge and experience to take your case to court, if necessary, to get you reimbursement for physical and psychological damages. Our attorneys will meet with you to review your case without charge or further obligation. The other driver may admit negligence and try to settle with you. However, in some cases, he or she may not settle and the case will have to go to court. In these instances, a judge and possibly a jury will review the case and a decision will be made as to whether damages should be awarded and if so, the monetary amount. The attorneys of Denena & Points, your DUI/DWI accident lawyers in Houston will try to ensure that you get paid for your damages due to someone else’s carelessness.
Contact us today to discover how we can help you win your case. 1.877.307.9500
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