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DUI Accident Lawyer In Calgary
At Yanko Popovic Sidhu, our DUI accident lawyers in Calgary have assisted clients by helping them pursue compensation following DUI-related accidents across Southern Alberta.
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As Your DUI Accident Lawyer In Calgary
For over 40 years, Yanko Popovic Sidhu has assisted individuals injured in DUI-related collisions in Calgary and across Alberta. We’ve handled a wide range of matters, including drunk driving collisions, impaired driving injuries, alcohol-related crashes, and wrongful death claims, representing thousands of clients over several decades. Led by David G. Yanko K.C., our DUI crash lawyers apply Alberta’s Traffic Safety Act and Insurance Act to assess liability and pursue claims within Alberta’s legal framework.
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We Assist Every DUI Accident Victim In Calgary
If you’ve been hurt in a crash caused by an impaired driver, our DUI injury lawyers can assist you throughout the claims process. We serve:
— Drivers And Passengers Injured By Drunk Drivers
— Families Affected After Fatal DUI Accidents
— Pedestrians Struck By Impaired Drivers
— Cyclists Hit By Drivers Under The Influence
How Our DUI Accident Lawyers Can Help
DUI Accident ClaimsOur DUI accident injury lawyers work with insurers to pursue fair compensation based on the circumstances of your case.View Our Practice Areas- Complex InjuriesA DUI accident lawyer helps assess medical treatment needs and available compensation for accident-related injuries.View Our Practice Areas
- Lost Wages & PainOur DUI accident lawyers assist clients in seeking compensation for lost income and non-pecuniary damages where permitted by law.View Our Practice Areas
40+ Years Of Experience
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Fatal DUI Crash on Highway 2
A family lost their primary provider when a commercial driver operating under the influence of alcohol crossed the median, causing a serious head-on collision. The employer’s insurance raised arguments seeking to limit corporate liability based on the circumstances of the claim. Our lawyers experienced in impaired-driving accident matters relied on relevant provisions of Section 187 of the Traffic Safety Act concerning employer responsibility, Criminal Code Section 320.14(3) addressing impaired driving causing death, and the Fatal Accidents Act (RSA 2000, c F-8). Through the litigation process, compensation was awarded, addressing lifetime lost income, dependent support, and other damages recognized under Alberta law, with findings relating to both the driver’s conduct and the employer’s practices.
DUI Pedestrian Accident at Downtown Crosswalk
A retired teacher was struck in a marked crosswalk by a driver alleged to have had blood alcohol content well above the legal limit, resulting in multiple fractures requiring extensive orthopedic surgery. The insurance company disputed full liability, suggesting pedestrian inattention. Our DUI accident lawyers reviewed available breathalyzer evidence and considered applicable provisions of Section 115(2)(i) of the Traffic Safety Act regarding pedestrian right-of-way, alongside relevant provisions of the Criminal Code related to impaired driving causing bodily harm. Through the claims process, the matter was resolved with compensation intended to address home accessibility modifications, ongoing physiotherapy, and loss of enjoyment of life, subject to the specific facts of the case.
High-Speed Impaired Driving Collision
A nursing student sustained serious spinal injuries and a traumatic brain injury after a collision involving an allegedly impaired driver traveling at a high rate of speed. The driver’s insurer initially disputed the claim, citing pre-existing conditions. Our DUI accident lawyers relied on applicable provisions of Alberta’s Traffic Safety Act and the Criminal Code related to impaired driving to help establish liability based on the available evidence. Through the claims process, the client was able to pursue compensation for medical treatment, future care needs, and income loss, based on the specific facts of the case.
Frequently Asked Questions: DUI Accidents In Alberta
What is the average settlement for a DUI accident in Alberta?
DUI accident settlements in Alberta can vary significantly, depending on injury severity, liability clarity, and available insurance coverage. Impaired driving may involve aggravated negligence, which can affect how claims are assessed under Alberta law. Cases involving serious or permanent injuries may result in higher compensation, particularly where long-term care needs and income loss are supported by medical and financial evidence.
Can I sue a drunk driver in Alberta?
Yes, you can sue a drunk driver in Alberta who caused your injuries. Despite Alberta’s no-fault insurance system for certain benefits, victims retain the right to sue impaired drivers for damages, including pain and suffering, loss of income, future care needs, and, in some cases, punitive damages, where supported by the evidence. A criminal conviction for impaired driving may strengthen your civil case, but it is not required.
How long does it take to settle a DUI accident claim in Alberta?
Most DUI accident claims in Alberta take several months to a few years to resolve. The timeline depends on factors including injury severity, recovery time, and whether criminal proceedings are ongoing against the drunk driver. While simple cases with clear liability may resolve sooner, complex cases involving serious injuries can take longer. We work to move claims forward efficiently while protecting our clients’ legal interests.
Can I claim punitive damages in a DUI accident case?
Yes, punitive damages may be available in some DUI accident cases in Alberta. Unlike compensatory damages that address financial and personal losses, punitive damages are awarded only in exceptional circumstances involving particularly egregious conduct. Whether punitive damages apply depends on the facts of the case and the court’s discretion
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