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According to the Center of Disease Control (CDC), 32 people die every day in the United States in motor vehicle crashes involving a drunk driver. This means 1 person dies every 45 minutes. 16% of car accident fatalities involving children aged 0-14 years are the result of a drunk driver.

In the state of Florida, 29% of traffic accident fatalities are the result of drunk drivers. These numbers are sobering. The most sobering fact is that the deaths were all the result of a preventable a cause.

The CDC recommends various measures aimed at prevention of car accident fatalities as the result of alcohol use. These measures include sobriety checkpoints, minimum legal drinking age laws, zero tolerance for drivers under age 21, lowering the legal blood alcohol limit and initiating ignition interlock programs.

It is also important that drunk drivers are aware of the severe penalties they may be subject to as a result of their illegal activity. If you've been a victim in a drunk driving accident you are probably familiar with the criminal court proceedings and sentencing that ensue after an accident.

As the victim, you also have the right to file a civil suit seeking reparation for damages and injuries you've suffered at the hands of a drunk driver in Florida. Don't let drunk drivers in Florida subvert their responsibilities. Make certain you do not suffer financially after an accident with a Florida drunk driver.

For more information on Florida DUI Laws, visit our article library.

Recovering from your injuries after a Florida drunk driving accident should be your main priority, not dealing with insurance adjusters and complicated legal paperwork. Before accepting a settlement offer, order a FREE copy of my consumer guide, The Five Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Florida Accident Case or contact the Law Offices of James. W. Dodson to set up a FREE consultation with a Clearwater car accident attorney about your case - 1-888-340-0840

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