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Drive sober or get pulled over
A personal story from a Michigan woman whose life was changed forever after she was in a car accident caused by a drunk driver
It’s important to remind ourselves during this holiday season of the slogan from National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, that you must drive sober… or you will get pulled over.
This is not to be a holiday killjoy. Rather, it is because nearly 11,000 people die on the road every year due to drunk driving. In order to hopefully save lives, law enforcement in Michigan will be cracking down on drunk driving over the holidays.
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Drunk driving car accidents and deaths in Macomb County, Michigan
Statistics on drunk driving car accidents in Macomb County, from our auto attorneys
I’ve been writing about the latest Michigan drunk driving statistics. I’ve been focusing on this topic because drunk driving fatalities occur the most during Michigan summers, especially in the month of July.
These statistics come from a list of drunk driving car accidents and fatalities by county in Michigan for 2009, provided by the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning. The list ranks Michigan counties by population and number of drunken driving auto accidents and fatalities per capita.
Michigan drunk driving and fatal car accident statistics
Michigan accident attorney discusses fatal motor vehicle crashes caused by drunk drivers
The real tragedy behind drunk driving deaths is that they are always preventable. Now there are new laws in Michigan targeting “drunker” drivers. But even twice the punishment and fines are not enough to deter people from drinking and driving. The accident attorneys at my law firm still help far too many people who have been injured or who have lost loved ones in car accident death cases caused by drunk driving.
Strengthening Michigan DUI laws could reduce car accident deaths
Injury lawyer discusses ways to prevent car accidents, including the use of ignition interlock devices
University of Michigan fans, including myself, were disappointed this month when star wide receiver Darryl Stonum was arrested for his second citation for driving under the influence of alcohol. Stonum’s first DUI arrest was much earlier in his Wolverine career, in September of 2008. But the receiver violated the terms of his probation multiple times by missing court dates, and landed back in jail on May 6 after a second arrest.
Dangers of teen drunk driving – fictional tales of death and tragedy
Auto accident attorney shares high school ‘Scared Straight’ simulation program that uses police, grim reaper and mock obituaries to deter teenage drunk driving
As a Michigan auto accident attorney, I’ve seen first-hand the devastating, tragic consequences of how drunk driving can shatter lives. And I believe we should be doing whatever it takes to deter drivers, especially teenage drivers, from drinking and driving.
That’s why I think the high school program to deter drunk driving featured on the Today Show is worth sharing.
Another needless car accident at the hands of a drunk driver
Personal injury lawyer shares reader comment about the importance of sober driving in Michigan
With the new Michigan law that targets drunker drivers, there has been a lot of discussion from our personal injury attorneys about the importance of safe and sober driving – especially around the holidays.
We’ve received a comment from one of our readers, Shelley, regarding drunk driving and a very tragic accident. Take a look:
New Michigan drunk driving law targets “drunker” drivers
Auto accident attorneys says those with a higher blood alcohol content will be punished more severely
“Obliterated driving” has become its own crime in Michigan, as new laws are targeting extremely intoxicated motorists in efforts to prevent car accidents and save lives. Michigan’s Driving with a High Bodily Alcohol Content law includes stronger penalties for drivers with a blood-alcohol content of .17 or higher – the equivalent of 10 beers in two hours.
Lawmakers are saying this new law targets problem drinkers and repeat offenders. As an auto accident attorney who has handled far too many preventable car accident lawsuits caused by drunk driving, I think such a law is imperative.
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Tagged driving with a high bodily alcohol content, drunk driver, drunk driving, drunker driving, Michigan auto accident attorney, Michigan auto accident attorneys, Michigan Auto Law, Michigan drunk driving law, Michigan DUI laws, Michigan DWI law
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Avoiding car accidents on Thanksgiving weekend
Auto accident attorney gives tips to keep you safe during Michigan’s “biggest bar night of the year”
The night before Thanksgiving is the “biggest bar night of the year” in Michigan. Take a look at most bars and restaurants, and you’ll see them packed with people seeing old friends (which is great), and starting their holiday with lots of alcohol (not so great).
Look, I’m not trying to ruin your fun, but please drink responsibly. For the past 16 years, I’ve seen, as an auto accident attorney, the life-altering consequences that arise from the Wednesday through Saturday of Thanksgiving. There will sadly be catastrophic car accidents at the hands of drunk drivers, and people will be senselessly injured and killed in dozens of completely avoidable crashes, due to poor judgment and alcohol.
Drunk drivers causing car accidents: Of crime and punishment
Accident attorney discusses the aftermath of drunk driving accidents in response to a reader reflecting on repentance
I’m continuing my Wednesday blog posts from real clients and readers with a comment from Nancy, who wrote in response to our blog about a young man who was seriously injured in car accident caused by a drunk driver. In this case, the drunk driver faced no civil consequences for breaking the law and causing serious personal injury to this innocent young man.
A safety app to reduce drunk driving and car crashes in Michigan?
Personal injury lawyer discusses a free drunk driving safety application that just might save your life – and prevent car accidents
As a personal injury lawyer who writes a safety blog, I’m always trying to find the latest in safe driving and car accident prevention. And this new iPhone application called Michigan DUI Tracker looks like a great addition (I’m going to discuss recent drunk driving statistics in Michigan below).
This drunk driving safety app could keep a person from driving drunk on Michigan roads and causing a totally preventable car accident or truck accident. And the iPhone application is free.