Atlanta Drunk Driving Accident Attorney

Injured by a Drunk Driver? DGL Attorneys At Law Is Here to Help You Seek Justice

Drunk driving is a reckless and entirely preventable act that causes devastating injuries and fatalities every year. If you or a loved one has been injured in a DUI-related crash, you have the right to pursue compensation for your losses. At DGL Attorneys At Law, our experienced Atlanta drunk driving accident lawyers are dedicated to helping victims hold intoxicated drivers accountable and obtain the justice they deserve.

We understand the emotional, physical, and financial toll that a car accident caused by a drunk motorist can take. Our team will investigate your case thoroughly, protect your legal rights, and fight aggressively to recover the maximum compensation available under Georgia law.

Contact us today at (770) 404-8239 to schedule a free consultation and learn more about how we can advocate for you.

Drunk Driving Laws in Georgia

Georgia takes drunk driving very seriously. Under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391, it is illegal to operate a vehicle:

• With a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher for drivers over 21,
• With a BAC of 0.04% for commercial drivers,
• Or with any amount of alcohol for drivers under 21 (zero-tolerance policy).

In addition to criminal penalties such as license suspension, fines, and jail time, a drunk driver may also be held civilly liable for injuries caused in a crash. Civil liability allows victims to seek compensation through personal injury claims, even if the driver is never convicted in criminal court.

How Alcohol Impairs Your Ability to Drive

Even small amounts of alcohol can severely impair a person’s ability to operate a vehicle safely. Alcohol affects the brain’s judgment, coordination, and reaction time—all of which are essential for safe driving. The more a person drinks, the more their cognitive and motor functions are diminished.

Alcohol can:

• Blur vision and impair depth perception,
• Reduce the ability to judge distances and speeds,
• Slow down reflexes and decision-making,
• Cause drowsiness or erratic behavior behind the wheel.

These impairments significantly increase the likelihood of causing high-speed crashes, head-on collisions, pedestrian injuries, and fatal accidents.

Georgia Dram Shop & Social Host Liability

In some drunk driving cases, the person or business that supplied the alcohol can also be held responsible. Under Georgia’s Dram Shop Act (O.C.G.A. § 51-1-40), a bar, restaurant, or liquor store may be liable if it:

• Knowingly served alcohol to a minor, or
• Knowingly served alcohol to a noticeably intoxicated person who later caused injury or death in a DUI crash.

Additionally, social hosts (private individuals who serve alcohol at parties) can be liable if they serve alcohol to minors who then cause harm due to intoxication.

If your accident involved a drunk driver who was overserved at a bar or private event, DGL Attorneys At Law will investigate all possible avenues for third-party liability to maximize your compensation.