Intoxication on the Road
When a driver takes to the road, there are several expectations regarding their conduct and their state of mind. In particular, they are expected to avoid operating a vehicle while intoxicated. However, unknown by many drivers, intoxication has a wider definition than just alcohol. It is often the case that an intoxicated motorist may be found to be legally liable for the harm resulting from an accident that they caused.
If you have been hurt due to the negligent actions of an intoxicated motorist, you may be entitled to seek financial compensation through a civil lawsuit. Contact the Houston DWI injury lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 832-369-8296 to learn more.
The Definition of Intoxication
To understand intoxication, drivers need to understand the consequences of impaired driving. Although alcohol is the most well-known and widely prosecuted source of intoxication, it is not the only way a person can become intoxicated. The consumption of or exposure to the following can cause a person to obtain a state of intoxication:
- Prescription drugs
- Over-the-counter drugs
- Illegal drugs
- Alcohol
- Other chemicals not widely considered drugs
According to the law, there are three principal ways in which a person can become intoxicated. A driver may be considered intoxicated if their BAC surpasses 0.08 if consuming alcohol. In other cases, intoxication can be determined according to the driver’s control over both their physical and mental abilities. For example, if a prescription drug significantly weakens muscle responses in the limbs, that motorist could be held liable if they get behind the wheel.
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If you have been injured by an intoxicated driver, then legal action might be available for you to pursue. For more information, contact the Houston DWI victim attorneys of Williams Kherkher today by calling 832-369-8296.