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Few things are more frustrating than being hurt by someone else’s reckless choice. Drunk driving is illegal — and incredibly dangerous. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one because of a drunk driver, you have the right to seek compensation. At The Higgins Firm, we represent victims of drunk driving accidents across Tennessee and help them pursue justice through personal injury or wrongful death claims.
Despite decades of public awareness campaigns and strong DUI laws in Tennessee, intoxicated drivers still cause thousands of accidents every year. Alcohol slows reaction time, impairs judgment, and reduces motor skills — making it extremely dangerous for anyone to get behind the wheel after drinking.
Some of the most common scenarios we see in drunk driving cases include:
These are not “accidents” in the traditional sense. They’re the result of deliberate, irresponsible decisions — and victims deserve strong legal support.
If you were injured by a drunk driver in Tennessee, you may have two separate legal paths:
In some cases, you may also be able to pursue a dram shop claim against a bar, restaurant, or business that overserved the drunk driver before the crash. Tennessee law holds alcohol vendors responsible if they knowingly served someone who was clearly intoxicated or underage.
Drunk driving accidents often cause serious, life-changing injuries. Our goal is to help you recover full and fair compensation for everything you’ve lost — now and in the future.
You may be eligible to recover damages for:
In tragic cases where a loved one was killed by a drunk driver, we also help families file wrongful death claims. These claims can provide compensation for funeral costs, loss of financial support, and the deep emotional loss left behind.
Unlike most car accident cases, drunk driving claims may qualify for punitive damages in Tennessee. These are awarded not just to compensate the victim, but to punish the at-fault driver and deter similar behavior.
Our attorneys know how to build strong arguments for punitive damages when alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash. We will thoroughly investigate your case, obtain police reports, blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test results, and any relevant witness statements to strengthen your claim.
We understand the anger and frustration that follows a drunk driving crash. You shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s reckless mistake. At The Higgins Firm, we’ve helped countless Tennesseans get answers, accountability, and real financial recovery.
When you work with us, you can expect:
You focus on your recovery — we’ll handle everything else.
Tennessee has a one-year statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including drunk driving crashes. That means you have just 12 months from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. If you miss the deadline, you could lose your right to compensation entirely.
Don’t wait. The sooner you contact an attorney, the more time we have to preserve evidence and protect your claim.
We represent drunk driving accident victims throughout the state, including:
Whether your accident happened on a local road or a major highway, we’re ready to help.
You’ve been through enough already. Let our team at The Higgins Firm fight for justice on your behalf. We offer free, no-obligation consultations and work on a contingency fee basis — meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Call today or fill out our contact form to schedule your free consultation with a Tennessee drunk driving accident lawyer. We’re here to help you move forward.
The insurance company has a legal team. You should too.
