What To Do After A Texas Drunk Driving Accident
Last updated on May 21, 2025
Knowing what steps to take after a drunk driving accident in Texas that leaves you with life-changing injuries is essential for your future. Since the injuries occurred due to another’s negligence, you may be able to target the impaired driver and pursue significant financial compensation.
We can help at Barcus & Cantrell PLLC. Our lead attorneys have over 50 years of combined experience and a firm grasp of the involved legal processes. We have a proven track record and are proud to have recovered millions of dollars for our personal injury clients. Our lawyers work on contingency fees, meaning you pay nothing upfront – we simply take a percentage of the settlement. There is no fee unless we win your case, and no financial risk to you.
Proving Fault In A Texas Drunk Driving Accident Case
Proving fault in a driving under the influence (DUI) accident can be done using a variety of evidence, including:
- Police reports
- Witness statements
- Pictures from the scene
- Dashcam videos
- Crash reconstruction teams
Once a drunk driving accident liability has been established, it is time to identify potential sources of compensation from the negligent driver.
What Compensation Do Drunk Driving Accident Victims Deserve?
When considering drunk driving accident compensation, it is important to account for short-term and long-term costs. Some of the damages DWI victims may face include:
- Lost wages
- Reduced future earning capacity
- Emergency medical bills
- Long-term medical or health care needs
- Loss of enjoyment in life or loss of consortium
- Pain and suffering
- Disfigurement or disability
It is important not to accept a settlement that only addresses immediate costs without considering your long-term financial needs.
Wrongful Death Claims After Drunk Driving Accidents
If a loved one passed away in a drunk driving accident, you may have grounds for a drunk driving wrongful death claim. This is when loss of consortium claims often come into play, along with lost future income. If the person who passed away was the family’s primary breadwinner, this could leave surviving family members in a very difficult financial situation, as they were relying on that income for years to come.
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