Your Future. Our Fight. — McFarlane Law
Drunk driving remains a serious problem in the Permian Basin. Whether it is oilfield workers drinking after long shifts, weekend partiers, or drivers heading home from bars and restaurants, impaired drivers cause devastating accidents on Odessa and Midland roads. When a drunk driver injures you or kills a loved one, you deserve aggressive legal representation.
At McFarlane Law, we hold drunk drivers accountable and pursue maximum compensation—including punitive damages designed to punish this reckless behavior.
Why Drunk Driving Cases Are Different
Drunk driving accidents are not just negligent—they are often considered grossly negligent. This matters because:
- Punitive Damages – Texas allows additional damages to punish drunk drivers
- Higher Settlements – Insurance companies often settle for more to avoid jury verdicts
- Criminal Cases – The drunk driver may face DWI charges in addition to civil liability
- Dram Shop Liability – Bars and restaurants may be liable for over-serving
Dram Shop Claims in Texas
Under Texas Dram Shop Act, alcohol providers can be liable if they sold alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person and that intoxication was a cause of your injuries. Odessa and Midland have numerous bars and restaurants that may bear responsibility for over-serving drunk drivers. Our attorneys investigate these claims to maximize your recovery.
Evidence in Drunk Driving Cases
- Police Reports – Field sobriety test results and observations
- Blood Alcohol Results – BAC levels from testing
- Criminal Proceedings – DWI arrests and convictions
- Bar Receipts – Evidence of consumption
- Witness Statements – Testimony about intoxication
- Video Evidence – Bar cameras, dash cams, body cameras
Contact Our Odessa Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers
If you have been injured by a drunk driver in Odessa or the Permian Basin, you deserve an attorney who will aggressively pursue all responsible parties. Contact McFarlane Law for a free consultation.
Call (432) 803-5000 today.
Your Future. Our Fight.