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Experienced Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers
Accidents caused by drunk driving are one of the most dangerous threats on the road. Aside from the trauma, driving under the influence of alcohol can lead to fatal injuries and death. The fatalities usually stem from the driver falling asleep at the wheel or being unable to control the speed and direction of the vehicle. If you’ve been affected, a drunk driving accident attorney can help you seek justice and compensation for your suffering.
If you or a loved one has been harmed due to the negligence of an intoxicated driver, the aftermath can be devastating. This experience can cause physical, mental, and financial stress to individuals and families. You will need the help of an experienced drunk driving accident lawyer to help you fight and get the compensation you deserve. Contact Lamar Law Office today for a free consultation.
Not Afraid to Fight for Her Clients
At Lamar Law Office, we have years of experience providing Georgia with legal support after a drunk driving accident. Our personal injury law firm offers outstanding and individualized customer service to each client, ensuring that they get the proper treatment they deserve. We understand that you need to focus on recovery after the accident, so let us handle the legal side of your case. Your drunk driving accident lawyers will fight aggressively on your behalf to get your medical bills and expenses paid.
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We Can Help
After a drunk driving accident, insurance companies start working to reduce their clients’ faults and the amount of money they need to pay you. Our team at Lamar Law Office works even harder to ensure that you will receive full and fair compensation for your injuries. Fighting against these companies by yourself will likely be unsuccessful. You need a trusted drunk driving accident lawyers who has enough knowledge of the law and your particular case.
That’s why you need a strong Drunk Driving Accident Attorney like Anita Lamar on your side.
Fighting against these companies by yourself will likely be unsuccessful. You need a trusted drunk driving injury lawyer who has enough knowledge of the law and your particular case.
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Impaired-driving cases often overlap with other claims. If the at-fault driver was working a shift, our rideshare accident lawyers and truck accident attorneys know how to reach the commercial policy behind the crash. Multi-vehicle impaired driving wrecks are handled by our car accident lawyers every day. And when a drunk driving crash causes devastating harm, our brain injury lawyers and wrongful death attorneys pursue the full value of the loss — including dram-shop claims against over-serving establishments.
What Our Clients Say
Thank you for representing me and handling my case so efficiently & professionally! The settlement is much more than I expected.
- K Barnett
I am highly recommended Lawyer Lamar to anyone who’s involved in a car accident. She handles the case with professionalism and makes sure you get your car fixed and get pay for your medical compensation
- Gnanzou Tahi
This law firm is on point and truly looks out for their respective client.
- Michael Stephens
Attorney Lamar is professional and kind. She is always willing to lend a helping hand. She also holds her own in the court room.
- Ashlee Lewis
I’m extremely pleased. I received the max compensation for a car accident that wasn’t my fault. Mrs. Lamar’s team was very responsive, kept me involved in the entire process and I receive the maximum amount that the insurance company offered for my injuries and damages.
- Brittney Hickey
Attorney Lamar and her team have been totally awesome from day one. I don't always have to call them they call me to check on me. I totally would recommend them to anyone. Excellent service!
- Arinitra Chandler
Attorney Lamar was recommended by a family member and she definitely lived up to their recommendation. My accident happened in the worst time of my life and it was very stressful with having to be off from work and going to therapy. Anita and the team were very professional and kept me in the loop with EVERYTHING.
- Neshia S
I have to give Attorney Anita Lamar outstanding praise. I have never had an Attorney that was as attentive to my concerns and case as Mrs. Lamar was.
- Albert Dye
I am so happy that I had The Lamar Law Firm on my side after my accident. Attorney Lamar and her entire staff were nothing but pleasant, professional and diligent in handling my case. I was given a thorough explanation about each stage and regular updates on the status of my case.
- Lisamarie Bristol
Attorney Lamar and her Amazing Team are so very professional, knowledgeable, caring and they communicate extremely well with you every step of the process! Attorney Lamar actually calls you herself to discuss details and she is also available for you to call her as well.
- Rae'Kheal Dawkins
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More Than Legal Services
We Care
Attorney Anita Lamar and her experienced team are focused on premier client-centered legal care. With over a decade of experience, our team has been delivering success to our clients in every case. We always prioritize our clients’ needs when fighting for justice. We know legal battles can be stressful, especially after experiencing a traumatic accident. That’s why our team at Lamar Law Office does everything we can to negotiate a settlement or take your personal injury claim to a trial so that you can achieve the justice you deserve.
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Impaired Driving & Dram Shop Claims
Drunk Driving Accident Attorneys in Tucker, GA
Drunk Driving Accident Attorneys Serving Tucker and DeKalb County, GA
Impaired driving crashes cluster in predictable places and at predictable hours. In Tucker that means Lawrenceville Highway and Jimmy Carter Boulevard after the bars close, the I-285 top end on Friday and Saturday nights, and the residential streets around Main Street where drivers cut through to avoid traffic they should not have been driving through at all.
When someone chooses to drink and drive, the criminal case moves quickly and the civil case needs to move just as fast. Georgia sets the legal limit at 0.08 blood alcohol concentration for drivers 21 and over under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391, 0.04 for commercial drivers, and 0.02 for drivers under 21 under the state’s zero-tolerance rule. A conviction is not required for you to recover, and a reduced or dismissed charge does not end your claim.
What we pursue that a standard car crash claim misses
An impaired driver case supports theories and damages that an ordinary negligence claim does not:
- Punitive damages. Under O.C.G.A. § 51-12-5.1, a jury may award punitive damages where the defendant’s conduct showed willful misconduct, malice, fraud, wantonness, or that entire want of care which raises the presumption of conscious indifference to consequences. Driving drunk fits that description, and punitive damages are not limited by the defendant’s liability policy.
- Dram shop liability. Under O.C.G.A. § 51-1-40, a bar, restaurant, or package store that knowingly serves or sells alcohol to a noticeably intoxicated person can be liable for the harm that person causes. That adds a commercial defendant with real insurance limits.
- Social host and vehicle owner claims. If the impaired driver did not own the car, the owner’s insurance may also respond. Where a private host knowingly served a minor or a visibly intoxicated guest, Georgia law may reach that host as well.
The evidence that proves impairment in a civil case
We request the complete criminal file: the uniform traffic citation, arrest report, body camera and dash camera footage, field sobriety test documentation, breath or blood test results with the chain of custody, and any toxicology reports. We also subpoena bar and restaurant receipts, point-of-sale records, and security video to establish how much the driver was served and when. Preserving that evidence early matters, because surveillance is often overwritten within weeks.
Injuries and losses in impaired driving crashes
Because impaired drivers rarely brake, these are frequently high-speed, head-on, or offset frontal collisions. The resulting injuries tend to be severe: traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, internal injuries, orthopedic trauma requiring surgery, and death. We document the full picture, including future medical care, lost earning capacity, and the non-economic losses that matter most to families.
If you were hit by a drunk driver in Tucker, Stone Mountain, Decatur, Lithonia, Atlanta, or anywhere in DeKalb County, start with a free case review. Read more about our Tucker personal injury lawyers, our Georgia car accident practice, our negligent security and dram shop attorneys, or our wrongful death practice. Call 1-877-227-3404.
Common questions about drunk driving accident claims in Georgia
What if the driver is acquitted or the DUI charge is reduced? The civil and criminal cases are separate and apply different burdens of proof. The civil standard is a preponderance of the evidence, which is easier to meet than beyond a reasonable doubt, so we can still prove impairment.
Can I sue the bar that served them? Possibly. Georgia’s dram shop statute requires that the seller knew or should have known the person was noticeably intoxicated, or that the buyer was under 21. Bar receipts, video, and staff testimony are the evidence that decides it.
What if the driver had no insurance or minimum coverage? We look to your own uninsured motorist coverage, which stacks in some policies, and to the vehicle owner’s policy. We also pursue punitive damages to reach beyond the policy limit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The process for filing a personal injury claim can be complicated. It is best to contact experienced lawyers at Lamar Law Office to know exactly what you need for your case. To obtain full compensation, you need a police report filed with information about the drivers. We will get in touch with a claims specialist from your insurance company. The specialist would then request us to file a claim based on your injuries or damage.
At Lamar Law Office, we will guide you through every step of the legal process and help you file a personal injury lawsuit, so you can get monetary compensation for:
● Pain and suffering
● Medical expenses
● Physical therapy and rehabilitation
● Lost income
A DUI accident lawyer will gather all available evidence and seek missing evidence to prove a DUI injury claim. Our personal injury lawyers at Lamar Law Office will search for important evidence that may help your DUI injury claim. This includes police reports, witness testimonies, accident damages, and sobriety tests.
In Georgia, you can potentially sue multiple parties in a DUI injury claim. Aside from the suspected DUI driver, a lawsuit may also be filed against the driver’s insurance company or parent (for minors). You can also file a claim against the homeowner or business owner under certain circumstances. However, it must be proven that they are accountable for the accident.
Our Office in Tucker, Georgia
Just a half hour from downtown Atlanta, our office is located at 4500 Hugh Howell Rd. in the Heritage Place development in Tucker. If you are unable to meet at our office due to your injuries, we are more than willing to make accommodations in order to serve you. Whatever your situation, if you’ve experienced a car accident in Atlanta, call our team today.
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4500 Hugh Howell Rd
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Tucker, GA 30084
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Tucker, GA 30085
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