In theory, someone hurt by a drunk driver in Missouri could file an insurance claim to cover all of their bills. Liability coverage as required by state law can pay to repair a vehicle or buy a new one. It can also cover medical expenses and lost wages after someone...
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How to spot a drunk driver
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Jul 20, 2020 | Drunk Drivers
Drunk driving is a far too common occurrence. There is nothing wrong, and for some, nothing better than a refreshing cocktail, beer or glass of wine or two after work or to celebrate a special occasion. There is something wrong with getting behind the wheel if you've...
When a Missouri business may be responsible for a drunk driver
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Feb 10, 2020 | Drunk Drivers
Drunk driving crashes are tragic, preventable incidents that can devastate the lives of their victims. Everyone knows that the law prohibits getting behind the wheel while intoxicated by alcohol or impaired by other drugs, but every day, people across Missouri and the...
Can you hold a business responsible for serving a drunk driver?
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Nov 13, 2019 | Drunk Drivers
Accidents caused by drunk drivers often cause a number of issues for the people in the other vehicle. First and foremost, there is the physical and emotional trauma that results from a major car crash. Injuries can leave people unable to work for weeks, and financial...
Study ranks teen drunk driving rates by state
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Oct 16, 2019 | Drunk Drivers
Missouri residents should know that underage drinking has been a continual problem throughout the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 3.1% of adults report driving after having too much to drink whereas 5.5.% of teens report driving after...
Drunk driving intervention tech planned for Volvo vehicles
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Apr 24, 2019 | Drunk Drivers
Intoxicated drivers pose a threat to road users in Missouri every day. To address this problem, Volvo Cars has announced a series of safety technology upgrades for its vehicles starting in 2020. By the early 2020s, the automaker plans to use cameras to monitor...
The effects of drunk driving can reach far beyond the road
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Apr 12, 2019 | Drunk Drivers, Injuries
When you imagine a drunk driver, you probably think about how someone's car might swerve over the line if they had too much to drink. Or you might consider how dangerous it would be to get behind the wheel after enjoying an evening out. Driving after consuming alcohol...
Food for thought as Missouri contemplates weed legalization
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Feb 28, 2019 | Drunk Drivers
Last year, Missouri voters approved the legalization of medical marijuana. One day, we might well join other states that have legalized recreational marijuana. Those states allow adults to possess and consume – and in some cases grow – small amounts of...
What can you use to prove liability in dram shop cases?
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Feb 25, 2019 | Drunk Drivers
You have an opportunity for a potential lawsuit if a drunk partygoer hurts you in a bar or on the road. They shouldn’t have gotten as drunk as they did and put other people around them in harm’s way. However, these terrible results are sometimes a team effort. The...
Missouri county suspected of being lenient with drunk drivers
On Behalf of Holland Injury Law, LLC | Feb 7, 2019 | Drunk Drivers
According to statistics, approximately 10,000 individuals are killed each year throughout the country by motorists who drive while intoxicated. These drivers are subsequently charged with various crimes, including DUI as well as involuntary manslaughter. If convicted...