Being injured by a drunk driver is especially infuriating because the harm was entirely preventable. In Idaho, you have rights that go beyond the criminal case against the driver.
Criminal Case vs. Civil Claim
The criminal case punishes the driver but does not compensate you. Your civil injury claim is separate and seeks money for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. A DUI conviction can also strengthen your civil case.
Punitive Damages
Drunk driving is the kind of reckless conduct that can support punitive damages in Idaho, which are meant to punish especially egregious behavior. These are awarded in addition to compensation for your losses.
Dram Shop Liability
- A bar or restaurant that over-serves a visibly intoxicated patron may share liability.
- Idaho's dram shop law has specific notice requirements and deadlines.
- Social hosts may face liability in limited circumstances.
Idaho's dram shop law has strict notice deadlines, so act quickly if a business over-served the driver.
Holding Everyone Accountable
An attorney can pursue both the driver and any business that contributed to the intoxication. A free consultation explains your full range of options.
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