Drunk driving is more common—and more devastating—than most people realize.
Drunk driving is more common—and more devastating—than most people realize. In South Carolina, drunk driving accidents and collisions continue to shatter lives, and Charleston has been the site of horrific crashes that have left families reeling from the sudden loss or severe injury of a loved one. When a driver chooses to get behind the wheel while intoxicated, they don’t just make a “mistake.” They make a choice that puts lives at risk. And when bars, restaurants, or other establishments overserve alcohol, they share responsibility for the tragedy that follows.
Because when a bar serves a patron alcohol for hours and then watches them walk out of the bar, car keys in hand, it is pretty damn foreseeable that their drunk patron is going to hurt someone.
Representing families in these cases requires a deep understanding of how to hold both the drunk driver and the establishments accountable. I know that the legal complexities in drunk driving cases can seem overwhelming. It’s not just about confronting the driver; it’s about uncovering evidence that on the surface may seem impossible to ever locate—such as determining the blood alcohol content of a drunk driver who left the scene of a collision and sobered up before they were caught. Or figuring out the type of drinks and alcohol content that the drunk driver consumed at a bar when there are no receipts.
I use every available avenue to seek justice. Whether that means tracing hidden sources of insurance, filing claims against the establishment that kept serving drinks, or tracking down witnesses who saw what happened, I make sure every responsible party is held to account.
Drivers Aren’t the Only Ones Who Must Be Held Accountable
In South Carolina, bars and restaurants have a legal duty to act responsibly. That means cutting off someone who’s clearly had too much, but too often, profit takes priority over public safety. The consequences are devastating. When an establishment chooses to ignore the signs and continue serving someone who is visibly intoxicated, they are making a deliberate choice that puts everyone on the road in harm’s way. They share in the responsibility for the injuries, the lives lost, and the heartbreak that follows.
In these cases, I dig deep. I look at security footage, receipts, witness statements, and other overlooked pieces of evidence that might show how a bar or restaurant prioritized profit over safety. I know what to look for and how to expose the lapses that led to your family’s pain. This is about making sure that bars, restaurants, and other establishments in South Carolina don’t get to walk away from the role they played in a highly preventable tragedy.
For families, taking legal action against a drunk driver and a negligent bar or restaurant is about more than compensation—it’s about justice and accountability. It’s about sending a clear message that, here in Charleston, we do not tolerate reckless choices that destroy lives.
Get the Justice You Deserve
If your family has been shattered by a drunk driving accident, you deserve a dedicated advocate who knows the law and won’t back down from a fight. I’m here to help you seek the answers, the accountability, and the justice you deserve.
No lawsuit or settlement can erase the pain, but together, we can hold those responsible accountable and push for change that might save others from experiencing the same heartache.
