You’ve probably seen all sorts of campaigns, programs and laws over the years that were designed to reduce the number of drunk driving accidents. While there has been some small success in reducing drunk driving, drugged driving is on the increase. Some of the measures that have been tried to reduce the number of drunk driving accidents include:
1. Automatic driver’s licenses revocation seems to be one of the most effective measures.
2. A jail term along with automatic driver’s license revocations shows even more success.
3. Interlock devices that will not unlock the car of an intoxicated person.
4. Automatic impounding of license plates and/or vehicles.
5. Expanded training programs for those who serve alcohol.
6. Mandatory drug and alcohol testing for fatal crashes.
7. DUI courts geared towards treatment of alcohol addiction.
8. Social programs to counter the perception that most people sometimes drive under the influence.
Despite all of these efforts and more, the problems remain of drunk driving and drunk driving accidents that injure the innocent and take innocent lives. And reductions in the numbers of drunk driving accidents continue to be offset by increases in the numbers of drugged driving accidents. Our nation has a huge problem with addictions of all sorts. It’s also a car-based society. And as long as we have to drive our cars to get to almost all of the places we need to go, most folks will probably be taking their addictions along with them behind the wheel.
The goal of our Freeport, TX personal injury law firm is to help those who have been injured by the negligence of others. Our goal is to help you recover the just financial compensation you need to get your life moving forward again after your undeserved accident. Call today for your free legal consultation. When you need help, don’t wait. The evidence you need to prove your case fades quickly. Let us help you find and preserve that evidence.