A patron of Dogfish Head Alehouse in Gathersburg, Maryland was served 17 beers and three shots, then drove off and crashed and killed a 10-year-old girl. A dram shop liability law is now under consideration which would hold restaurants and bars responsible if a patron consumes to much then injures or kills someone. The patron is now serving eight years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter. The family of the victim sued the alehouse for more than $3 million. The judge said at first the case would go to trial, then later dismissed it, saying the Maryland Court of Appeals should consider it as a change to change state law, according to news reports.
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Intoxicated Driver Parks in Middle of Highway
A driver in Orangeburg County, South Carolina parked in the middle of the highway while intoxicated on Saturday. The motorist blocked traffic, and when officers pulled up to the vehicle, the driver drove away. They only made it one mile, although, when they stopped in the middle of the road again. The driver told police he drank liquor after taking medication. Two liquor bottles, half-empty, were discovered in the car. He was charged with public disorderly conduct and for having open containers, according to news reports.
Texting Driver’s BAC Equaled .227
Geelong Magistrates’ Court heard the case of Dale Berriman who was pulled over by police when seen driving erratically along the Princes Freeway. Suspected of drunk driving, he was also discovered using a mobile device at the same time. When he was finally subjected to the breathalyser, it read that his blood-alcohol content was .227; well over the the legal limit of .05.
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Man texting while driving on major freeway had blood alcohol reading of .227
ODOT Offers Driving Simulation
The Ohio Department of Transportation will be offering a distracted driver simulator at the Belmont County Fair. Deputy director Lloyd McAdams says that drivers can choose to simulate as a drunk or sober driver and receive text messages on their cellphone as they attempt to drive. With a new law going into effect that will fine drivers for texting while driving the simulator is meant to give drivers the most realistic experience possible. The simulator will be on exhibit between noon and 8:30PM every day of the fair.
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Is Driving Distracted More Dangerous than a DUI?
Everyone has been guilty of distracted driving at one point in time. It has recently been reported that distracted driving, due to texting while driving, is actually more dangerous than driving while intoxicated. In the year 2010 ,18% off all car accidents happened because the driver was distracted behind the wheel.
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Driver Causes 4-Car Pile-Up While Texting and Drinking
A 33-year old Floridian man texts while driving (while also intoxicated) and causes a four-car pile up. Drunk driving is bad enough, but texting and drunk driving exponentially increases the risks of a car accident. So we must ask, when is Florida going to make texting while driving illegal like it has been made illegal in other states?
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Texting and Driving: A Dangerous Gamble
While texting and driving is illegal in many parts of America, it is still a huge problem. Teenagers send dozens of texts on any given day, and driving does not halt this. Texting while driving is comparable to drunk driving, and this is part of the reason why Georgia is implementing a law against the former. The goal is to prevent not only deaths on the road, but accidents and injuries.
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Patrols Added for 4th of July
Maryland State Police are preparing for extra patrols during the Fourth of July holiday. They will be looking out for signs of drunken driving, and arresting drivers before they cause any harm to themselves and others. They are also looking for other dangerous drivers who are speeding or driving aggressively. The officers are using extra patrols in areas where more car wrecks have happened, according to news reports. “Maryland is a great place to live, visit, and have fun during the summer, but unfortunately, there are those who use holiday events as opportunities to overindulge and ultimately threaten the safety of others on our roads and highways,” Maryland State Police Superintendent Colonel Marcus L. Brown said in a release. “We are prepared to meet the demands of increased traffic and increased highway hazards with extra troopers and focused patrols aimed at keeping motorists on our highways safe. I urge everyone traveling this holiday not to drink and drive, to obey the speed limits, and always buckle up.” Drivers can expect to see more police officers on the roadway, especially between 8pm and 4am when a majority of wrecks occur.
As an auto accident lawyer, my thoughts are with those harmed by an unsafe driver. If you or a loved one were adversely affected by a reckless driver, discuss your case with an attorney who can evaluate your claim and help protect and defend your legal rights.
Multiple Injuries, Fatality After Charles County Wreck
A girl from Waldorf and three adults were involved in a fatal wreck recently, stated Maryland State Police. The wreck happened on northbound Route 210 close to Lewis Place. The girl succumbed to her injuries at the scene of the crash in Charles County. The wreck happened when the 73-year-old driver of a 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe was heading southbound. A vehicle suddenly veered into their lane and sideswiped the vehicle, which hit another car. The car wreck victims were taken to area hospitals. Police said alcohol was determined to be a factor in the collision, according to news reports.
As a personal injury attorney, my thoughts are with those involved in this wreck and my deepest condolences are with the family. I hope those hurt in this wreck heal completely from their injuries. If you believe you were harmed due to a negligent driver, you may want to discuss your claim with an attorney who can evaluate your claim, assess your case, and answer any particular legal questions you may have regarding your claim. An attorney can guide you through each stage of the legal process and help make sure your legal rights are fully protected. With an attorney fighting for your rights, you are more likely to get the results you deserve for your claim. A lawyer can get your started on the right foot towards success.
Driver Crashes With Kids in Car
A 33-year-old woman was involved in a single-car wreck while her two children were in the vehicle. Police say she appeared to be under the influence and did not pass three different tests of sobriety after she was pulled over around 4:20pm on Monday. The mother was charged with a DUI and the children were not harmed in the wreck. She may face a felony for child neglect. “I absolutely hope it’s a wakeup call for her,” a neighbor said. “Hopefully she changes her life and she won’t make the same mistake, and hopefully she’ll seek the help she obviously needs.” The crash happened in Huntington, according to news reports.
As a Washington DC auto accident attorney, my thoughts are with everybody involved in this wreck and I hope nobody was injured. If you or someone dear to you is harmed by a reckless driver, discuss your claim with a personal injury attorney who can evaluate your case and help protect your rights. When you have an attorney on your side, you are more likely to get the results you deserve for your case. An attorney can answer any questions you may have an make sure you get the best possible results for your case. Discuss any questions with an attorney, and they can help make sure you understand all the legal processes involved in your case, and fight hard for your rights.