If you were hit by a drunk driver, our Arlington DUI accident lawyers can help. We assist injured drivers, passengers, cyclists, pedestrians, and grieving families after serious DUI crashes.
At BenGlassLaw, we have over 100 years of combined legal experience. We handle civil claims against impaired drivers, punitive damages when allowed, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, and wrongful death cases, all under Virginia law.
If you need help, get in touch with our Arlington car accident lawyers today.
Why Choose Our DUI Accident Attorneys in Arlington
If a drunk driver hit you in Arlington, there will likely be a criminal DUI case against that driver. But the criminal case is separate from your injury claim.
While the court focuses on punishment, your case is about recovering money for your medical bills, lost income, and the harm you’ve suffered. That requires building a strong civil claim using the DUI evidence correctly.
At BenGlassLaw, we secure and analyze intoxication evidence, including breath or blood test results, officer reports, and body-camera footage.
We monitor the related criminal case while independently building your civil claim. At the same time, we evaluate all available insurance coverage so no source of recovery is overlooked.
Our approach is structured and evidence-driven. By developing liability proof and documenting damages carefully, our Arlington personal injury lawyers position your claim for meaningful negotiation or, when necessary, litigation in court.
Our Process and What to Expect When You Call
When you contact BenGlassLaw, we begin with a detailed discussion of the crash, your injuries, and your current treatment. From there, we preserve evidence, gather medical documentation, and review every applicable insurance policy. Early analysis helps avoid mistakes that can weaken a claim under Virginia’s contributory negligence standard.
Most DUI injury cases resolve through negotiation once the record is fully developed. If a fair offer is not presented, we are prepared to file suit and continue building the case in court. Our fee is a straight one-third contingency and does not increase if litigation becomes necessary.
Throughout the process, we handle insurer communications and provide clear updates so you understand where your case stands. Our goal is to allow you to focus on recovery while we manage the legal and insurance strategy.
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A Historic $4.24 Million Drunk Driving Verdict
BenGlassLaw is not new to serious DUI litigation. In a history-making Fairfax County case, Brian Glass secured a $4.24 million jury verdict for a victim of a drunk driving crash.
The case involved significant intoxication evidence and careful presentation of liability and damages. The verdict reflected both compensatory damages and the seriousness of the impaired driver’s conduct. At the time, it was one of the largest drunk driving verdicts of its kind in the region.
Results like this do not happen by accident. They require disciplined preparation, strategic use of intoxication evidence, and a clear presentation of how the crash changed the victim’s life. That same structured approach is applied in our Arlington DUI cases.
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How Liability Works in Virginia DUI Accidents
If the driver who hit you was arrested or convicted for DUI, that can strongly support your injury claim. However, a DUI charge alone does not automatically win your civil case. You still must show that the driver’s actions caused the crash and your injuries.
In Virginia, the law follows what is called contributory negligence. This means that if the defense can prove you were even slightly at fault for the crash, you could be barred from recovering compensation. Because of this strict rule, DUI cases must be built carefully and supported with clear evidence.
When a drunk driver’s conduct rises to the level of willful and wanton behavior, contributory negligence may not apply. Extremely high blood alcohol levels, reckless driving, or other aggravated behavior can support that argument. In those cases, punitive damages may also be available, though Virginia law caps punitive damages at $350,000.
What if You Were Partly at Fault?
It is common for insurance companies to argue that you share some responsibility for the crash. They may claim you were speeding, failed to react quickly enough, or contributed in some way to the collision. Under Virginia law, those arguments can be serious.
However, when a driver is significantly impaired and acts with reckless disregard for others, the legal analysis changes. In certain DUI cases, the driver’s extreme intoxication can overcome contributory negligence defenses.
Our Arlington DUI accident attorneys review the facts early, including BAC results, refusal evidence, and the driver’s conduct before the crash. That evaluation helps determine whether contributory negligence applies and shapes the strategy for your claim from the beginning.
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Damages You Can Claim After a Drunk Driving Wreck
You can seek medical expenses (past and future), lost income, diminished earning capacity, and property loss. Pain, suffering, inconvenience, and loss of enjoyment are recoverable non‑economic damages in Virginia.
When the facts justify it, we request punitive damages to punish and deter egregious drunk driving. While punitive damages are capped at $350,000, their availability can materially increase your leverage.
For fatal crashes, Virginia’s wrongful death statute allows claims for sorrow and mental anguish, lost income and services of the deceased, medical and funeral expenses, and, in qualifying cases, punitive damages. The claim is brought by the personal representative on behalf of statutory beneficiaries.
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Deadlines for Virginia Injury Claims
Most Virginia personal injury claims, including those involving DUI crashes, must be filed within two years of the date of the collision. Wrongful death claims generally must be filed within two years of the date of death. If a lawsuit is not filed within the required time period, the court can dismiss the case permanently.
These deadlines apply regardless of whether a criminal DUI case is still pending. The civil claim moves on its own timeline, and waiting for the criminal case to finish can put your rights at risk.
Acting early also helps preserve evidence and confirm available insurance coverage before important information is lost.
Speak With a DUI Accident Lawyer in Arlington Today
If a drunk driver injured you in Arlington, you don’t have to sort the claim, the criminal case, and the insurance layers on your own. BenGlassLaw can collect the right evidence, press for punitive damages when available, and pursue every dollar the law allows.
Contact our DUI accident attorneys in Arlington today for a free consultation to get your questions answered and to start your claim.
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