# A DUI Accident is NOT an “Ordinary” Accident | Brooks Law Group ![drinking and driving](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/pexels-photo-174936-640x480-1.jpeg) Have you ever been driving down a highway or interstate and happen to see a car swerving from side to side while barely staying in their lane? I have seen my fair share of those types of cars – for the most part my mind automatically thinks “well, are they drunk? What are they *doing*?!” Normally we all try to stay away from those cars, but what if one day it’s out of our control? According to the [Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles](https://www.flhsmv.gov/florida-highway-patrol/contact-fhp/star-fhp/) in 2016 alone 44,643 people were cited for driving under the influence. - 96 were cited for DUI – manslaughter - 9,772 were cited for DUI – property damage/personal injury - 256 were cited for DUI- serious bodily injury - 34 were cited for DUI- property damage/ bicycle personal injury According to the [National Highway Traffic Safety Administration](https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/drunk-driving#driving-after-drinking-5036), in the United States alone, about 29 people die on a daily basis in DUI car crashes – it comes to about one person every 50 *minutes.* This equals to over 10,000 people a YEAR! ## Is there a difference between “Buzzed Driving” and “Drunk Driving”? The answer is No! Buzzed Driving **IS** Drunk Driving! Look to Brooks!CALL US TODAY [![Phone Icon](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/themes/brooks-law-group/assets/app/img/ctas/phone-icon.png)(800) 529-3030](tel:+18005293030) ## Drunk Driving vs. “Normal” Car Crash Accidents caused by a person under the influence of alcohol are held to a higher standard of liability than a “normal” car crash. DUI Convictions differ by the number of convictions previously held and can range anywhere from not being able to acquire a license for a few months to years and jail time. That, however, is the best outcome for those drivers. If the person hurts someone or causes a death there are other extreme penalties. Some of the penalties that the person can face are: permanent revocation of their license, up to $10,000 in fines, or 30 years of jail time for DUI manslaughter or felony charges. ## Safety Measures that you can take - As a **driver**, *always* make sure that you and any passengers in your car are wearing a seat belt! Start teaching your kids at a young age – they are your best defense against drunk drivers! - As a **pedestrian**, *always* make sure to be aware of your surroundings – think and check twice before crossing a street. - As a **friend or host**, don’t let your friends or guests drive impaired, make sure they leave with someone who is sober and will make sure that they get home safely. - As a **consumer**, if you have plans to drink, have a designated driver. If you weren’t planning on drinking but find yourself in that situation call a friend or family member to go get you – yes, even if you think that you are bothering them. Always remember that friends and family want you to stay safe. [Click to contact](/contact-us/) our personal injury lawyers today ## Contact Brooks Law Group If you or someone you know is [injured in an accident](https://brookslawgroup.com/florida/car-accident-lawyer/) caused by a drunk driver call [Brooks Law Group](https://brookslawgroup.com/florida/car-accident-lawyer/dui/) today at 1-800-LAW-3030 for a free consultation. Attorneys at Brooks Law Group work on a contingent fee basis, meaning that we don’t get paid until you receive compensation. 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