Phoenix Trucking DWI Lawyer
Drunk driving is always a dangerous decision, not just for the driver, but for everyone else who has to share the road with him or her. This is especially true for commercial truck drivers, due to the sheer size of their vehicles. This added level of risk is reflected in state laws: most drivers can be charged with DUI with a blood alcohol level of .08, but the limit for commercial drivers is set at only .04.
If you or a loved one has been injured by an 18-wheeler driver who was driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, you could have grounds for a legal claim. You should not have to put your own financial situation at risk due to medical bills and other expenses that are not your fault. To discuss your case with an experienced Phoenix trucking DWI lawyer, call Haralson, Miller, Pitt, Feldman & McAnally, P.L.C. at 800-763-0964.
Penalties for Commercial Truck DWI
If a truck or bus driver is pulled over and convicted of driving while intoxicated, he or she can face the following penalties for a first time offense:
- Suspension of commercial driver’s license for one year or longer
- 10 days in jail
- Penalties from $250 to $1,000
The penalties increase with each subsequent offense; a second DWI conviction can result in the driver losing his or her commercial license for life.
Compensation from Negligent Truckers
Enforcement of the penalties listed above is vital to traffic safety. Unfortunately, it also does little to help victims and their families. Innocent people can be left with staggering medical bills, property repair expenses, and other financial losses following a major accident. Filing a Phoenix commercial driver DWI claim can be the only way to recoup some of these losses.
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You should not have to take on the burden of correcting someone else’s mistake. The Phoenix commercial truck DUI injury lawyers Haralson, Miller, Pitt, Feldman & McAnally will fight for your rights as aggressively as we need to. Contact us today at 800-763-0964.