The latest report published by the Office of Traffic Safety claims that in 2009 nearly 11,000 people were injured in car accidents in Sacramento. This high number indicates that Sacramento is very dangerous place to drive. On the other hand Lincoln as well as busy Highway 65 appear to be the safest streets in the region. What’s more Lincoln is the 10th safest city in California out of 98 cities its size.

Unfortunately Sacramento had the highest alcohol-related injury and fatality rate among the state’s 13 largest cities.

California DUI Accident Lawyers

Driving under the influence is extremely dangerous and illegal. The California law prohibits from driving with blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. The California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) says: “It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug,

When a DUI accident results in serious bodily injury or death, California law provides for felony charges against the offender. Despite these serious consequences, for some reason, it remains almost tacitly acceptable to drive after drinking in our society as long as you don’t get caught. The price that is paid is too high. Since some people don’t seem to be getting the message, California should do more to prevent DUI related deaths, including stiffer penalties for all offenders, alcohol treatment programs, ignition locks, and programs like mandatory designated drivers.

Sacramento Auto Accident Lawyers

In addition, all victims and families of DUI accidents should consult with a reputable Sacramento personal injury attorney, who will conduct a thorough investigation of the collision and hold the offending driver accountable in the civil justice system for their actions. A qualified California personal injury attorney can advise you regarding a claim for damages, including recovery of medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering. Victims should know their rights under the law and any applicable insurance policies. Family members of a deceased victim may have a wrongful death claim, which includes funeral expenses, loss of financial support, loss of love and companionship, and other related damages.

The difficult work  to stop drunk driving collisions by MADD and their sponsors like Demas Law Group, LLP  has lead to a reduction in the   number of deaths by nearly half since  MADD was founded. Through its efforts MADD  has been able to save nearly 300,000 lives. However, we hope through our continued efforts with our sponsors like Demas Law Group and  our ongoing education messages  we can all eliminate drunk driving.

Contact Our Personal Injury Lawyers

Demas Law Group remains one of Sacramento’s most highly respected and accomplished personal injury law firms. We’ve been successfully representing clients since our firm first opened its doors back in 1993. Every Demas Law Group attorney takes pride in obtaining the full compensation and complete justice owed to every client. For nearly twenty years, we have successfully handled a broad range of cases ranging from rear-end automobile collisions to complex defective product cases and claims against some of the largest insurance companies and corporations in America. The firm prides itself on providing caring service on a personal level to each client. Many of our clients have sustained very serious injuries or are suffering a tremendous loss. We make every effort to get to know our clients on a personal level. This not only helps our clients feel more comfortable with us, but more importantly, this allows us to represent our clients more effectively by truly understanding their injuries or loss.