Drunk Driving Liability Lawyers in Atlanta, Georgia

Most personal injury firms in Atlanta settle quickly and move on. We don't. Howe.Law takes drunk driving liability cases to trial when the insurance companies won't pay what your case is actually worth. That reputation changes how adjusters treat your claim from day one.

We also dig into every layer of coverage that applies to your situation. That includes the at-fault driver's policy, your own policy, and any third-party liability that might apply, like a bar or restaurant that kept serving a visibly drunk person. Our legal services cover the full picture, not just the easiest path.

Atlanta, Georgia sees thousands of DUI-related crashes every year, and a significant number of those drivers are either uninsured or carrying state-minimum limits that don't come close to covering serious injuries. Georgia law requires insurers to offer uninsured motorist coverage, but many drivers waive it without realizing what they're giving up. If you were hit by a drunk driver in Atlanta and you're not sure what coverage you have, we'll review your policy for free and tell you exactly where you stand.

What Happens When the Drunk Driver Has No Insurance

A DUI charge against the other driver is useful evidence, but it doesn't guarantee you'll collect a dollar if they have no insurance. This is where uninsured motorist coverage becomes your most important financial protection. Georgia law allows you to stack certain coverages depending on how your policy is written, and we know how to read those policies.

If the drunk driver is uninsured, we file your claim directly against your own carrier under the uninsured motorist provision. Your insurer will often fight that claim just as hard as any other. We handle the pushback so you don't have to negotiate against your own insurance company alone.

Third-Party Liability in Atlanta Drunk Driving Cases

Georgia's dram shop law holds bars, restaurants, and other alcohol retailers liable in some drunk driving cases. If a business served alcohol to someone who was visibly intoxicated and that person then caused your crash, that business may share responsibility for your injuries. These claims are time-sensitive and require specific evidence, so the earlier we start building the case, the better.

Third-party claims can significantly increase the total recovery available to you, especially when the at-fault driver has limited assets or minimal coverage. Howe.Law identifies these angles early and pursues them alongside your primary drunk driving liability claim.