Drunk Driver

Drunk Driver Crashes into House before Injuring Family of 6 in Separate Accident

May 23, 2013 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

A drunk driver in Gretna crashed through a homeowner’s bedroom before fleeing the scene in his vehicle and injuring a family of six, including four children, in a separate accident just a few moments later. The drunk driver’s blood alcohol content registered .317, nearly four times the legal limit. No one suffered harm as a result of the first accident, but all six family members involved in the second accident suffered injuries and were treated at a local hospital.

Drunk driving remains one of the leading causes of fatal motor vehicle accidents across the nation, and offenders face serious civil penalties for the damages caused by their impaired driving. If you or your loved one suffered harm as a result of a drunk driving accident, you should consult with an experienced attorney to learn about your legal rights.

Lafayette Parish Second in Binge Drinking

May 16, 2013 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

Lafayette recently ranked second in binge drinking in the state. The Lafayette binge drinking rate (binge drinking is defined as five drinks for a man and four drinks for a woman in a single sitting) was 21%. St. James Parish ranked first with a close rate of 25%.

Festivals, football, drive-thru daiquiri shops, a large college student population, a large concentration of offshore workers, and a strong European cultural influence are given as possible reasons for Acadiana’s high binge drinking rate.

Among physical consequences of binge drinking, other consequences such as DWI or an alcohol related motor vehicle accident can occur due to excessive alcohol consumption.

Louisiana State Police Report Thirteen Fatal Holiday-Week Crashes

December 18, 2012 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

The Louisiana State Police reported thirteen fatal crashes in Louisiana over the Thanksgiving holiday week. The accidents tragically resulted in fourteen deaths. Two crashes were caused by driver impairment and one crash involved a motorcycle and a pedestrian.

Louisiana law takes a harsh stance on drunk driving. This past legislative session, state lawmakers passed six new laws giving officers several methods to test an individual suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. These laws also create harsher penalties for repeat offenders.

Despite the state’s recent crack down on drunk driving, driving under the influence remains a serious problem in the state, especially during the holidays. Impaired driving is a leading cause of fatal motor vehicle accidents in Louisiana. If your loved one was seriously injured or killed in a drunk driving accident, you should speak with a lawyer to learn about your legal rights.