201-470-4181Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers in New Jersey
Relentless and Experienced Drunk Driving Accident Injury Lawyers in Essex County, Passaic County, Hudson County, Bergen County, Middlesex County, Essex County and beyond,
When someone causes a car crash while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they may face criminal charges—but a conviction doesn’t pay your medical bills or cover your lost wages. If you were injured in a drunk driving accident in Bergen County or anywhere in New Jersey, you have the legal right to pursue a personal injury claim for financial compensation from the driver responsible. At Pagliara Law Group, our drunk driving accident attorneys in New Jersey are committed to helping victims like you seek justice and full financial recovery.
Justice Beyond Criminal Charges: Your Civil Rights Matter
Criminal proceedings punish the wrongdoer, but they do nothing to address your financial burdens. Our New Jersey drunk driving injury lawyers bring civil claims on behalf of injured victims to recover compensation for medical treatment, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. With decades of combined legal experience, we are here to fight for every dollar you are owed.
DWI Accident Victims Deserve Strong Legal Advocacy
If you or a loved one was injured in a collision involving a driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs, New Jersey law gives you the right to seek compensation from both your own insurer and the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Don’t assume the process will be straightforward—insurance companies are notorious for trying to minimize payouts. That’s why we take a thorough and aggressive approach to every case we handle.
How We Prove Liability in Drunk or Drugged Driving Crashes
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is strictly prohibited in New Jersey. A blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher is enough to establish legal intoxication, but drivers can also be impaired by illegal drugs, prescription medications, or marijuana—even with lower BAC levels.
Substance use affects a driver’s ability in many ways:
- Poor judgment and slowed reaction time
- Impaired vision and difficulty staying in a lane
- Trouble keeping a safe distance from other vehicles
- Drowsiness or loss of focus
We gather police reports, toxicology results, witness statements, and other evidence to prove the driver’s impairment contributed to the crash.
Severe Injuries Caused by Drunk Driving Accidents
Unfortunately, DWI-related accidents often result in life-changing injuries or even fatalities. Victims may suffer:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage or paralysis
- Broken bones or back injuries
- Internal organ damage
- Soft tissue injuries like torn ligaments and tendons
- Facial trauma or permanent scarring
Many victims need months or years of medical care, physical therapy, or even lifelong home modifications and assistance. Our legal team takes into account all current and future needs when calculating your damages.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Our goal is to make sure you’re fully compensated for the harm caused by someone else’s reckless choices. Depending on your case, you may be eligible for:
- All medical expenses (past and future)
- Lost income and loss of future earning capacity
- Rehabilitation, physical therapy, and home care
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of quality of life
- Punitive damages (in cases of egregious conduct)
Let Us Handle the Legal Fight So You Can Focus on Recovery
Many people don’t know the full cause of a crash in the moment it happens. That’s why it’s so important to call the police right away. Officers are trained to evaluate for impairment at the scene, which can play a key role in your case. Our lawyers handle every step of the legal process—from gathering evidence to negotiating with insurers or taking your case to court if needed.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer at Pagliara Law Group
If you’ve been hurt by a drunk or drugged driver in New Jersey, you deserve justice—and you don’t have to face this process alone. Contact Pagliara Law Group today to schedule a free, no-obligation case review. Call us at (201) 470-4181 or reach out online. We can visit you at home or in the hospital if you can’t travel.
