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Orlando DUI Attorney: Dram Shop Law Violation

Business owners who sell alcohol to the public are perfectly aware that the substance can create certain risks. Intoxicated individuals can badly hurt or even kill innocent people, most commonly in drunk driving accidents. When businesses put members of their communities in harm’s way, we believe they share responsibility for any injuries that may result.

The law that holds businesses liable for drunk driving accidents is known as the Dram Shop Statute. Unfortunately, Florida’s dram shop law is not as strict as some states’, and winning compensation from such a claim can be difficult. For the experienced counsel and guidance you need to make solid legal choices, call Orlando DUI attorney Todd Miner at 407-420-4040.

Grounds for a Dram Shop Claim

Drinking establishments can only be held liable for an injury under very specific circumstances. You may be eligible for compensation from such an establishment if you were injured because:

  • An establishment sold alcohol to a person under the age of 21. You may have a case even if the establishment was not aware that the intoxicated person in question was a minor. This is because businesses have a legal responsibility to check IDs before serving alcohol to anyone.
  • An establishment sold alcohol to a person while fully aware that he or she has a drinking problem. If a business knows that a certain individual cannot make rational choices about his or her drinking, the responsibility is on the business to refuse service to him or her. However, if a business had no way of knowing that the person is an alcoholic, they are not responsible for any injuries he or she causes.

It can be difficult to determine whether or not you have grounds for a claim against a drinking establishment. If you are interested in pursuing legal action, Orlando DUI attorney Todd Miner can provide the facts you need.

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If you have been hurt by a drunk driver or other intoxicated individual, your injuries are not your fault. To learn about receiving compensation for your losses, contact Orlando DUI attorney Todd Miner today at 407-420-4040.