Speed And Alcohol Result In Atlanta DUI Related Deaths

Speed And Alcohol Result In Atlanta DUI Related Deaths

Drunk driving accidents can be devastating events, leaving victims with serious injuries and life-changing losses. Our Atlanta DUI accident attorney can help you receive the compensation that is owed to you.

DUI offenders face both criminal and civil liability for their negligent actions, leaving victims of drunk driving accidents with claims for medical expenses, lost wages, emotional trauma and more.

Speed

Speed, or methamphetamine, is a potency stimulant with serious adverse effects. Abusing it may produce feelings of euphoria and invincibility while increasing focus and energy – it is popular among students and athletes, yet short-term benefits come at the cost of addiction or death for its abusers.

Speed’s crystal form resembles ice and can be enjoyed via pipe smoking or swallowed or snorting; swallowing is generally less harmful than snorting when mixed with water or another substance; injecting is riskier and may cause skin abscesses, vein damage and heart infections; sharing injecting equipment can spread HIV or hepatitis B/C infections to others who use the equipment; recreational use is particularly risky for young users who could face risks such as reduced growth.

Long-term speed use can cause memory and motor coordination issues similar to Parkinson’s disease. Furthermore, speed abusers may experience elevated blood pressure levels that lead to heart and kidney issues; abusers can also experience psychological symptoms like paranoia and hallucinations.

An individual addicted to speed often struggles with suicidal thoughts. They may act violently and struggle with fulfilling family or work responsibilities, as well as sleeping poorly and suffering from low self-esteem; in addition, maintaining friendships may become impossible for them.

Speed addicts can be extremely dangerous on the road. If you are injured by an impaired driver, both criminal and civil charges should be brought against him or her to hold them responsible. You could potentially receive substantial compensation to cover injuries sustained and losses sustained as a result. Contact us to see how much your case could be worth – one of our personal injury lawyers will explain the legal process as well as advise on your next steps – depending on its severity, punitive damages could apply against their conduct as a punishment to punish their reckless behavior.

Alcohol

Speed and alcohol often co-occur, reinforcing each other’s effects. This combination can be especially dangerous since amphetamines increase overall energy while alcohol reduces inhibitions; both drugs also act as powerful pain blockers, meaning an addict may not experience injuries until after the chemicals have worn off; their combined effects often cause them to experience extreme highs and lows – something which can prove very hazardous to their wellbeing.

No matter where or when you go out drinking, having dinner with family, or going on a date, having a designated driver can ensure a safer night out and ensure no Atlanta DUI collision. If you don’t have someone reliable to call upon for transport home from an evening of drinking or partying, car sharing services like Uber and Lyft offer safe rides home – including screening drivers to provide reliable rides home at the end of an evening’s outing.

Drunk driving accidents are an unfortunate reality of life and they can occur at any time. If involved in an incident with a drunk driver, it is imperative that legal assistance is sought immediately in order to protect your rights and recover compensation for your injuries.

Although distracted driving, restraint failures, and speeding have gained the most media coverage, drunk driving remains the number one cause of traffic deaths in Georgia (24%). There were 353 alcohol-involved fatalities out of 1,491 total fatalities (24 percent).

Alcohol has the ability to affect all walks of life, not just those behind the wheel. Pedestrians and cyclists are particularly at risk, with 15 percent of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities involving pedestrians or cyclists. Drinking even two or three drinks can impair one’s decision-making skills and reaction speed when mixed with stimulants such as cocaine or amphetamines.

Victims of drunk driving accidents that result in death have the right to file a civil suit against those responsible, known as wrongful death claims, against those at fault. A successful claim requires showing how someone’s negligence – in this instance violating Georgia DUI laws – directly caused someone’s death; this concept is known as “proximate causation”.

Pedestrians

Although motor vehicle crashes remain the leading cause of traffic deaths, pedestrians can also be put at risk when someone chooses to drink and drive. One Georgia man was tragically killed when an intoxicated motorist hit him while walking alongside a roadway; their suspected DUI driver was later charged with vehicular homicide and reckless driving charges.

Alcohol and drug impairment impact all body systems, including the brain. Thus it comes as no surprise that those who consume alcohol prior to driving are at an increased risk of serious accidents. Even small amounts can impair judgment, slow reaction times and diminish coordination, making it harder for drivers to respond rapidly to changing road conditions or maintain control of a car. Furthermore, as the more someone consumes and their Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) increases further so do their brain function and central nervous system function – this increase only compounds over time and with continued drinking habits.

Drug or alcohol-impaired pedestrians are just as risky as drunk drivers, potentially posing serious harm or death if involved in a crash. Police officers in Georgia can arrest pedestrians under suspicion of being impaired for Pedestrian Under the Influence (PUI), without administering breathalyzer tests; their reasonable belief that someone has been drinking or taking illicit drugs and is incapable of safely walking can suffice as evidence against them – including an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, stumbling or unsteadiness on feet as well as repeating answers or comments, providing inconsistent or incorrect information or giving inconsistent or incorrect information that leads them down this path towards arresting them for PUI charges in Georgia.

When pedestrians are killed or seriously injured by drunk drivers, their families must face both emotional and financial strain. At Ragland Law Firm of Atlanta, experienced DUI accident lawyers can file civil claims to compensate victims as well as anyone responsible for selling or serving alcohol to an impaired driver.

If you were hurt in an auto accident with a DUI driver, contact us immediately for a free consultation. Our former Georgia prosecutor specializes in protecting those charged with alcohol or drug violations and can assist in getting you justice for injuries sustained and losses suffered as a result of such behavior.

Vehicles

Under Georgia law, driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs is considered a serious offense. If an incident caused by DUI leads to injuries or fatalities to another individual, then felony charges could be levied against any such perpetrators. DUI manslaughter carries prison terms between three and 15 years in the State of Georgia. For any suspect to be charged with vehicular homicide, the State must prove their actions directly contributed to someone’s death and they bear responsibility. Eyewitness testimony, video camera footage from nearby property or elsewhere on the roadside, accident reconstruction experts, electronic data recorder (EDR) downloads or circumstantial evidence such as fluid trails from car engines after impact are all types of sources for evidence in accidents.

Drunk driving accidents can result in devastating physical, emotional and psychological injuries for victims and the families of those killed in these crashes. When these wrongful acts were particularly egregious or reckless, victims can seek financial compensation through filing a civil claim against the offending driver – this claim may include punitive damages.

Georgia has seen an overall decline in drunk driving deaths since 2006-2008; however, drunk driving accidents remain far too prevalent and entirely avoidable. One way to do this is to designate a designated driver prior to heading out for the night and use services like Uber or Lyft for transportation if needed.

Accident victims involved with accidents caused by drunk drivers may be required to submit to blood, urine or breath testing in order to establish their BAC levels and provide evidence of intoxication or impairment in court proceedings or civil suits. This testing could prove vital when filing criminal or civil claims related to intoxication and impairment claims.

If you are involved in a traffic accident involving an intoxicated driver, it is critical that you contact an Atlanta personal injury attorney as quickly as possible. These incidents can result in severe injuries or even wrongful deaths; so having an experienced attorney on your side is essential for recovery.