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Drunk Driving Accidents
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Despite the well-known dangers of drunk driving, not to mention strict laws banning the operation of motor vehicles while intoxicated, countless people choose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. In 2020, there were 7,700 alcohol-related traffic accidents in Pennsylvania, resulting in more than 4,900 injuries and 293 deaths. Although this marked a decrease in overall alcohol-involved crashes from the previous year, the fact remains that more than one in four (26%) of all traffic accident fatalities in Pennsylvania in 2020 involved alcohol impairment.
If you were injured or if your loved one was tragically killed by a drunk driver, you deserve justice—and Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George can help. Since 1933, our firm has represented individuals and families throughout Western Pennsylvania, providing highly personalized legal services and an emphasis on genuine attorney-client relationships. We believe in getting to know the people we serve, which is why our New Castle drunk driving accident attorneys will take the time to meet with you, discuss the specifics of your case, and learn more about your needs, concerns, and goals. We want to know who you are and what you have been through, as well as the challenges you and your family are still facing so that we can help you seek the full, fair compensation you are owed.
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I cannot give enough praise for attorneys Lauren Kelly Gielarowski and Matt Mangino at the LGKG law practice. Lauren and Matt were able to explain an extremely complicated medica…
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Attorney Joe George and his team are a phenomenal group to have in your corner. They explained everything about the process and decisions, making it as stress-free as possible. Mr…
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LGKG has represented me for the past couple accidents that I’ve been in (both hit and runs, crazy I know) and they are very client oriented. Gianna is fantastic and I would recomm…
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Like every other state, Pennsylvania has outlawed drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) is a criminal offense that carries certain penalties, including jail or prison time, fines, driver’s license suspension, mandatory community service, and more. While these penalties work to deter people from driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, as well as punish those who do get behind the wheel when intoxicated, they do little to help victims of drunk drivers.
Drunk driving accidents tend to be catastrophic, often leaving victims with severe, life-altering, or fatal injuries. Victims and their families may be left with exorbitant medical bills, ongoing medical care expenses, significant lost income, and immense physical pain and mental suffering. While these losses, known as “damages,” can be debilitating, a successful drunk driving accident lawsuit can allow individuals and families to recover monetary compensation and provide the resources they need to heal.
A drunk driving accident claim is a civil legal action completely separate from criminal and/or administrative DUI proceedings the drunk driver may (or may not) face. While the outcome of a criminal DUI case (or lack thereof) does not necessarily affect the outcome of a civil drunk driving lawsuit, it can be a great benefit to your case if the drunk driver is found guilty of DUI.
Common injuries may include the following:
Joe George was my attorney after a car accident. I cannot say enough about how much he and his staff took care of my case. He was super friendly, caring and honest. If I ever need…
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I am so happy with my decision to have Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George handle my case. Both Larry and Gianna were beyond helpful and on top of my case, they answered any question…
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Would highly recommend. Attorney Gianna Kelly is super friendly and easy to talk to while at the same time staying professional and keeping me updated on all the processes and upd…
Michelle Delph
Attorney Joe George and Attorney Sam Mack Honesty. Integrity. Transparency. Professional. Personable. I experienced this and so much more when working with Attorney George and Att…
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I am beyond happy and blessed for my attorneys Gianna & Lawrence Kelly! They handled my case with professionalism and grace!!!! I really appreciate y’all both! I highly recommend…
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Because Pennsylvania is a no-fault car insurance state, you may be entitled to compensation from your own auto insurance provider after a drunk driving accident. Under your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage, you do not necessarily need to prove that the other driver was at fault to collect compensation for covered losses. However, PIP coverage is limited and typically does not even come close to covering the cost of drunk driving accident victims’ damages.
The good news is that there may be several other sources of compensation after a drunk driving accident, depending on the specific details of your case.
Potentially liable parties include:
At Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George, we conduct exhaustive investigations to determine exactly what happened and who is liable for your damages. We leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of full and fair compensation for our clients. Our New Castle drunk driving accident attorneys are prepared to pursue every possible source of recovery on your behalf, all while providing you with the attentive, personalized, and compassionate legal support you deserve.
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Having represented over 10,000 clients, we’ve brought more cases to trial than many attorneys in Western PA
My experience with LGKG was fantastic. I dealt with Larry Kelly and Sam Mack. They could not have been more helpful, professional and kind. They were very supportive the entire ti…
Susan Karidis
Larry Kelly is amazing! He always there to answer any questions and gets back to you asap. He would be the first attorney I would call and he should be your first as well! Best ex…
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Joe George was extremely helpful and I couldn’t recommend him more. We had a very sensitive issue and he was honest, gave great advice, and helped my family navigate a win. Really…
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I have had to use LGKG law offices on two occasions. On both times the attorneys and their staff were the the best. The attorneys are always at the top of the game when it comes t…
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Lauren and Larry were amazing in helping my friend Amanda with her personal injury case. Great representation and treated everyone like family. Thank you both…
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My husband was in a motorcycle accident. We went to see Luxenberg Garnett Kelly & George. We met with Gianna Kelly. She went through everything with us and they helped us out a lo…
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We only work with clients and cases we truly believe in, we take your case because we genuinely believe in both you and your case’s importance.
As mentioned above, Pennsylvania’s dram shop and social host liability laws allow you to bring a claim for damages against a vendor or individual who supplied alcohol to a person who went on to cause you injury. To have a dram shop or social host claim, there are certain things you must prove.
For a dram shop claim, you must demonstrate that:
To hold a social host responsible for a drunk driving accident, you must prove:
The law does not allow you to bring a claim against a social host who provides alcohol to someone over the age of 20, even if the individual was visibly intoxicated. Instead, you may have grounds to sue the intoxicated individual for the injuries and/or damages they caused.
We strongly recommend that you reach out to an experienced dram shop and social host liability lawyer, like those at Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George, for help with your claim. These types of cases tend to be very complex, but an attorney at our firm can help you put together powerful evidence and seek the full, fair compensation you are owed.
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While any car accident can have serious repercussions, drunk driving accidents tend to be especially severe. You need someone by your side you can trust, an attorney who will take the time to get to know you and fight for the recovery you deserve.
At Luxenberg Garbett Kelly & George, our attorneys have been recognized by numerous prestigious legal organizations, including Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® and Martindale-Hubbell®. Additionally, Attorney Charles Garbett and Attorney Lawrence Kelly are Board-Certified Civil Trial Specialists by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, a unique distinction held by only about 2,000 practicing attorneys nationwide. To receive board certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy, attorneys must demonstrate exceptional knowledge, skill, and experience in civil trial law. They must also pass a written examination and maintain good standing with the bar, among other requirements.
At LGKG, we believe that there is simply no substitute for experience. We also believe that you deserve a legal team that truly cares about you and your recovery. When you turn to our firm, you can rest assured that you will always receive the personal attention, direct attorney-client communication, and consideration you deserve. We strive to cultivate meaningful, lasting relationships with our clients and are dedicated to serving as a pillar in our community. We proudly serve clients in New Castle, Beaver Falls, Butler, Ellwood City, Cranberry Township, and throughout Western Pennsylvania.
