A drunk driver responsible for a fatal accident that occurred last year in Lake Worth pled guilty Tuesday, January 12, to DUI manslaughter, according to the Palm Beach Post. The 24-year-old reportedly ran a ran light when driving under the influence and crashed into another vehicle, causing the fatal collision. After the Palm Beach County accident, the driver's blood-alcohol content was at the minimum to be considered DUI. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison.
As a wrongful death lawyer in metro Ft. Lauderdale and surrounding areas, David Benenfeld is familiar with the indescribable pain and suffering experienced after the loss of a loved one in an accident, and he expresses his deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim in this incident. Although nothing can compensate for the tragic death of a loved one, certain measures can be taken to help those who are mourning in their recovery. To find out more information about how Injury Law Service can help you, feel free to contact David Benenfeld online or at any of the following numbers.