Your Keys or Your Life; Make the Right Choice.

A University of Mount Union student knows all too well how one decision by a drunk driver can change a life forever.  Melinda was pinned inside her crushed vehicle and suffered two broken legs, a dislocated arm and a mild brain injury after a drunk driver slammed into her car.

“I had to learn how to stand up and I had to learn how to walk before I could leave the hospital... I had to fight to get out of bed, fight because someone took that away from me,” said Melinda.

Senseless tragedies involving alcohol remain too common.  While the dangers of driving under the influence are well-known, campaigns against drunk driving are endless, and states have imposed strict drunk driving laws, people continue to get behind the wheel while under the influence.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), many of these accidents happen during the holiday season.  “Every 54 minutes during the holiday season drunk driving claims a life,” said Anthony Fox, a U.S. Transportation Secretary.

Lawsuit Financial, a pro-justice litigation funding company, shares these tips to protect you and others this holiday season.

1. If you drink, don't drive no matter how little you may have had.
2. Don't let someone you know get behind the wheel if they've been drinking.
3. Avoid driving between during early and late evening hours on holidays.
4. Be cautious and watch for the erratic movements of other drivers.
5. Immediately report suspected drunk drivers to the police.

We urge everyone to do their part to keep motorists safe.  Be responsible; don’t drink and drive.  You can hand over your keys or your life. Make the right choice.

Unfortunately, even the most responsible drivers get in accidents. If the accident was due to the negligence of another driver, victims may be able to seek compensation.  After filing a lawsuit, the plaintiff may also be eligible for pre-settlement funding, a lawsuit cash advance typically used to pay the essentials – medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, mortgage, and daily household bills such as groceries.  There are no credit checks or employment verifications necessary; the only requirement to obtain funding is a case with merit.  Best of all, nothing is owed to the funding company until the case successfully settles.  If the plaintiff loses, the cash advance is completely waived.  With pre-settlement lawsuit funding, you can maintain your finances so you won’t have to settle for less than you deserve.  Complete our free, online application or call our office today to learn more.