The dangers of drinking and driving were once again on full display in Colorado Springs recently.
An 18-year-old driver was charged with DUI and other offenses following a crash in Colorado Springs, KKTV reports. Three people were reportedly injured in the accident, including one who was ejected from the driver’s vehicle.
The unidentified teenager was driving a Nissan that collided with a Chevy Silverado on North Academy at Rebecca Lane just before 2 a.m., local police told KKTV. The Nissan driver “was found to be intoxicated,” the cops said.
The crash comes as drunk driving accidents appear to be on the upswing in Colorado. The state saw 14% more fatal accidents involving an impaired driver in the first 10 months of last year (168), compared to the same period in 2019. That was despite the coronavirus pandemic shrinking the total traffic volume statewide as many Coloradans stayed off the road and at home.
Nationwide, drivers are engaging in more risky behavior behind the wheel during the pandemic, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That includes speeding and driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The Colorado Springs accident is a stark reminder of the consequences of getting behind the wheel while intoxicated. The person who was thrown from the vehicle was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries. The other two Nissan passengers, who were trapped inside the vehicle and had to be removed by firefighters, were also sent to the hospital with injuries.
Injured in a Drunk Driving Accident? We Can Help
Accidents can and do happen, even to the most responsible drivers. They are commonly caused by driver negligence, whether it is speeding, distracted driving or hitting the road after drinking.
The state is home to the third-worst drivers in the country, according to a recent analysis by insurance policy shopping tool QuoteWizard. The company looked at more than 2 million insurance quotes to score drivers on a number of factors and gauge how the states stack up.
When a negligent driver causes an accident, he or she – and the person’s insurer – is generally responsible for any injuries that happen as a result. The money damages typically available in these cases include compensation for medical bills and property damage, as well as missed wages while recuperating and any impact on an injured person’s long-term earning capacity resulting from the injuries.
To get this compensation, you have to be able to prove negligence and liability. A Denver auto accident lawyer at Levine Law can help
Speak With a Denver Auto Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been injured in a DUI or other car crash in Colorado, Levine Law is committed to getting you the full compensation available under the law.
Our firm combines decades of experience helping people injured in accidents get the money they deserve. We have dedicated our careers to helping our neighbors in the community get back on their feet after an accident.
Our firm is pleased to serve clients throughout Colorado, including in Denver, Colorado Springs, Ft. Collins and Loveland. Call us at 303-333-8000 or contact us online to speak with a Denver auto accident lawyer.
