Fatal Crash: Driver Was Drunk, Speeding, and on the Phone
The incident sounds outrageous, but injury is now a devastating reality for one man, who suffered a severed leg and a broken leg after he was hit by a woman who was driving under the influence, talking on a cell phone, and speeding. Carlos Varela, who works for Roselle Suburban Sanitation, was hit by Dawn Davis, who pinned him to her truck. The impact of the crash caused one leg to be lost, and both driver and victim are now in intensive care at Jersey City Medical Center.
Davis, who had been drinking, will be charged with aggravated assault with a vehicle, DWI, speeding, talking on a cell phone while driving, improper passing, reckless driving, and driving uninsured. This laundry list of charges demonstrates how criminal charges can often complicate DWI proceedings. In addition to the normal fines and consequences for a New Jersey DWI, Davis faces jail time for aggravated assault. Her long-term employment prospects could be dashed, not to mention an almost guaranteed huge increase in her insurance premiums.
One can only hope that Davis has chosen a competent, experienced, and compassionate New Jersey DWI lawyer. No matter how egregious the circumstances of a DWI-related crash, every person deserves professional counsel to help advise them on legal matters, navigate the New Jersey DWI system, and protect their personal rights. In addition, the right DWI lawyer can also navigate criminal charges, dramatically increasing the likelihood that their client will stay out of jail. Plea bargains, negotiation, and lowered charges are only some of the options for a person accused of a DWI and other crimes who hires a professional to take charge of their case.
Have you been involved in a DWI incident? Don’t take your chances and go into this complex legal situation alone. Instead, think twice and call the professionals at Lependorf & Silverstein today. We have what it takes to defend you in a DWI case – and phone consultations are free and confidential.
