If you suffered injuries in a Carmel, Indiana, car accident caused by a drunk or intoxicated driver, you may be able to hold that driver accountable and recover compensation. However, you do not have to navigate the claims process on your own. You may benefit from help from personal injury attorney Randall Sevenish, a Carmel DUI crashes lawyer from Sevenish Law Firm, P.C.
To learn more about how the Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. team may be able to help you with your Carmel car accident case, call (317) 636-7777 today. We offer free reviews of car accident cases in Hamilton County and other nearby areas.
Drunk Drivers May Face Criminal and Civil Penalties for Causing Injury Accidents
As you are probably aware, it is illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Under IC 9-30-5-1, those who do may face driving under the influence (DUI) charges if they operate a vehicle while intoxicated.
If convicted in a criminal court, they may face penalties that include:
- Fines of up to $5,000
- A jail sentence of up to one year
- A two-year license suspension
- Court costs and fees of more than $300
And that is only for a first offense. Still, while this may feel like justice, you still have bills to pay, and this does little to help you get the medical care you need, cover lost wages, or repair your vehicle. This is where the civil case comes in.
A civil case allows you to pursue compensation for the expenses and losses you incurred because you were a victim of the drunk driver’s bad behavior. You may be able to file an insurance claim based on their auto insurance and recover the payout you need, or you may need to take the case to civil court.
At Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. we know how expensive a car accident can be. In fact, we often help our clients realize that they lost more than they realized because of a car accident and may be able to help them recover more than they expected. Call (317) 636-7777 now to learn more.
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Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. is a Personal Injury Firm Serving Carmel
At Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. personal injury attorney Randall Sevenish and the team have protected the rights of and fought for compensation for car accident victims since 1985. A Carmel DUI crashes lawyer from Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. may be able to ensure you do not suffer additional damages or losses as a result of your accident while seeking compensation for the harm done to you.
To this end, we highly recommend partnering with us because:
- We are a personal injury firm and only handle cases like yours, meaning we know how to navigate the process, build a strong case, and recover the money you need to get back on your feet.
- Pro se representation (representing yourself) to the insurance company could open you up to becoming a victim of the insurer’s tactics to reduce or deny your claim and limit your recovery.
- Discount law firms may not understand the personal injury system as well as we do, because their attorneys are generally jacks of all trades but masters of none.
If we believe you have a case, we can identify the expenses and losses you sustained as a result of the accident, put a cash value on your tangible and intangible losses, and pursue the payout you deserve. Call Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. today at (317) 636-7777 for a free evaluation of your case.
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Understanding and Identifying Your Accident-Related Losses
The key to seeking and securing a fair financial recovery following a car accident in Carmel is to identify the harm you suffered and the related expenses and losses. At Sevenish Law Firm, P.C., because we only handle personal injury cases, we know where to look for these damages.
Some losses we may be able to pursue and possibly recover include:
- Pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other non-economic damages
- Medical treatment costs related to your injuries, both current and future
- Lost wages and benefits, including reduced earning capacity
- Property damages to your vehicle and any other damaged personal property
- Relevant out-of-pocket expenses
- Wrongful death damages if your loved one passed away because of a Carmel DUI accident
- Other documented expenses and losses
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Time Limits on Taking Civil Action in a Carmel DUI Accident Case
Under IC 34-11-2, we generally have two years from the date of an accident to try to reach a fair settlement with the insurance company and determine if we may need to file a lawsuit to take your case to a civil trial. After two years pass, you could lose your right to recover a court award based on your injuries, so it is imperative that you meet all applicable deadlines in your case.
Contact Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. as soon as possible after your accident injuries are stable so that we can review your case and go to work on holding the drunk driver accountable for your injuries and financial losses.
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If you suffered injuries in a Carmel, IN accident caused by a drunk driver–even if they were not convicted in criminal court–Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. may be able to help you hold them responsible in a civil case. You could recover compensation for your losses and expenses. A Carmel DUI crashes lawyer from Sevenish Law Firm, P.C. will represent you throughout this process if we believe your case has merit.
We handle Carmel DUI crashes on a contingency basis. Call (317) 636-7777 today to learn how you can get started with no additional out-of-pocket expenses for you or your family.
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