What We Handle
Case Types We Fight
DUI Accident Injuries
All injuries sustained in accidents caused by drivers with a BAC of 0.08% or above.
DWI Hit-and-Run
Drunk drivers who flee the scene. We investigate, obtain records, and pursue all available coverage.
Dram Shop Liability
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code § 2.02 allows claims against bars and restaurants that served an obviously intoxicated patron who then caused an accident.
Commercial Driver DUI
Commercial drivers face a lower BAC threshold (0.04%) and their employers may share liability.
What You Can Recover
- All medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering
- Punitive damages for the drunk driver's reckless conduct
- Dram shop damages from the serving establishment
- UM/UIM compensation when the drunk driver is uninsured
Recent Recovery
$1,100,000
DUI Accident — Dram Shop Liability / Bar Serving Intoxicated Driver
Client injured by a drunk driver who had been overserved at a Houston bar. CDF Law pursued both the driver and the establishment under Texas dram shop law, securing a combined settlement including punitive damages.
Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes in future cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Your Case
Can I get punitive damages for a drunk driving accident in Texas? +
Yes. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 41.003, punitive damages are available when the defendant's conduct was grossly negligent or malicious. Driving drunk is regularly found to constitute gross negligence, making punitive damages appropriate in many DUI accident cases.
What is dram shop liability in Texas? +
Under Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code § 2.02, a bar, restaurant, or other alcohol-serving establishment can be held civilly liable if they served alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person who later caused an injury. CDF Law investigates the serving establishment's role in every DUI accident case.
Does the drunk driver's criminal case help my civil case? +
Yes. A criminal DWI conviction is powerful evidence in your civil claim. Even a guilty plea establishes the factual basis for civil liability. CDF Law coordinates civil strategy with the criminal case timeline to maximize your recovery.