DWI Victims’ Lawyers
Kansas City Attorneys Helping Victims of Drunk Driving Accidents
Drunk driving accidents claimed the lives of more than 450 people in Missouri and Kansas in 2009. Each of those accidents was a preventable tragedy that devastated one or more families. In many cases, those injured or killed in alcohol-related accidents were innocent victims of a drunk driver. DUI/DWI victims have legal rights to seek compensation for harm caused by drunk drivers.
If you have been seriously injured by a drunk driver or lost a loved one in a drunk driving accident, the DUI/DWI accident victim lawyers of Potts Law Firm will help you analyze your legal options free of charge.
Hurt in a DUI/DWI Accident? Call the Potts Law Firm Today
Founded in 2002 by attorney Derek Potts, the Potts Law Firm has a winning combination of proven legal experience, energy and enthusiasm.
- Our aggressive advocacy on behalf of our DUI/DWI accident clients has earned the respect of our peers.
- Potts’ legal knowledge and expertise has earned him leadership positions in several national litigations.
- Our auto accident lawyers have obtained significant verdicts and settlements on our clients’ behalf and successfully resolved hundreds of catastrophic injury cases.
Let our DUI/DWI accident lawyers put our legal experience and energy to work for you. For a free evaluation of your claim, contact us toll free at (800) 220-9341 or use our online contact form.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Potts Law Firm provides a free initial consultation to accident victims in Kansas City, Missouri; Independence, Missouri; Lee’s Summit, Missouri; Overland Park, Kansas; and Olathe, Kansas.
Why You Need An Experienced DUI/DWI Accident Victim Lawyer
Alcohol-related traffic accidents remain a serious problem. Nationwide, about a third of all fatal traffic accidents involve a drunk driver. Because of the seriousness of the offense of drunk driving, the laws in Missouri and Kansas prescribe criminal penalties for those convicted of drunk driving. But it’s important to understand that a criminal conviction will not provide any compensation to DWI victims or their families. You have to file a separate civil lawsuit against the drunk driver. That’s why it’s important to talk to an experienced DUI/DWI accident lawyer.
The law gives a drunk driving victim the legal rights to file a negligence lawsuit seeking compensation from drunk drivers and their insurance companies. If you have lost a loved one in a DWI accident caused by a drunk driver, you may file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking compensation for your loss. Beware of signing anything presented by a drunk driver’s insurance company offering a quick settlement. An insurance claims adjuster’s interest is to limit the liability of their company by paying you the least amount possible. Signing a document may limit your ability to file a claim later for full compensation. Before signing anything, talk to a knowledgeable DUI accident attorney so you can make an informed decision.
In Missouri, a DWI victim also may seek compensation from a tavern or social host that served a visibly intoxicated patron who then caused a drunk driving accident. You must prove that the bar owner knew or should have known that the patron was intoxicated. To do that, an experienced DWI attorney will seek to find witnesses who were at the bar at the time. Time is of the essence to start gathering evidence and finding witnesses after a serious injury DUI accident. Therefore it’s important to have a knowledgeable drunk driving accident lawyer review your case as soon as possible.
When the stakes are high, trust experience. Trust the Potts Law Firm and its experienced DWI victims’ advocates.
Contact Aggressive DWI Accident Victim Attorney
If you have been seriously injured in an automobile accident caused by a drunk driver, you need an aggressive DWI victim lawyer who will advocate for your best interests. The Potts Law Firm, based in Kansas City, Missouri, is committed to assisting DWI victims who have been harmed by the actions of irresponsible drunk drivers and alcohol-impaired motorists.
We represent DWI accident victims in Kansas City, Missouri; Independence, Missouri; Lee’s Summit, Missouri; Olathe, Kansas; and Overland Park, Kansas.
For a free evaluation of your drunk driving accident and legal rights, contact us toll free at (866) 311-2230 or use our online contact form.
