One moment, you’re going about your day. Next, you’re dealing with injuries, medical bills, missed work, and the emotional trauma of being hit by someone who chose to drive drunk. If you or someone you love has been injured by a drunk driver, you don’t have to navigate the aftermath alone.
At Youd Law, we represent people injured in drunk driving accidents throughout Salem and Oregon. Attorney Lance D. Youd provides personal attention, honest guidance, and experienced advocacy while you focus on what matters most: healing.
A crash caused by an impaired driver can leave you facing much more than the immediate effects of a collision. Depending on the circumstances, victims may experience:
As a Salem OR drunk driver accident attorney, Lance understands how overwhelming it can feel to deal with insurance companies while you are recovering. Our team can investigate the accident, gather evidence, work with medical professionals when needed, and handle negotiations with the insurance company on your behalf.
If your accident also involved another type of motor vehicle injury, learn more about our car accident representation and other personal injury services.
Your health and safety should come first after any collision. If you are able, there are also steps you can take to help protect your rights:
Some drunk driving accidents have consequences that cannot be undone. If you have lost a loved one because of an impaired driver, you may be facing grief while also trying to understand what happens next.
At Youd Law we understand that no legal action can replace the person you lost. We can, however, help shoulder the legal burden and pursue the compensation your family may be entitled to recieve.
Lance and the Youd Law team will treat your family with compassion, patience, and respect throughout the process.
After a drunk driving accident, it's essential to prioritize your safety and well-being. Follow these steps:
Criminal and civil cases serve different purposes in the legal system:
Oregon has dram shop laws that may hold establishments accountable under certain circumstances. If an establishment serves alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person or a minor, and that person later causes a drunk driving accident, the establishment may share liability. Consulting with a Drunk Driving Accident Victim Attorney can help assess the specifics of your case and determine the potential liability of such establishments.
You have choices when looking for a drunk driver accident attorney in Salem, OR. At Youd Law, we believe our clients deserve our clients deserve more than a lawyer who simply handles paperwork.
If you or a loved one has been hurt by a drunk driver, you deserve an advocate who will take your situation seriously. You don’t have to deal with insurance companies and legal questions by yourself.
Contact Youd Law today for a free case review. It’s free to ask Lance, and there is no fee unless we recover compensation for you.
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