Guilty of aggravated driving under an intoxicating compound and failure to report an accident involving a death, a Texas man has been given a sentence that includes up to 10 years in prison.
Driving his car on the sidewalk of Sigel’s The Last Stand Tavern, the man killed one bystander and injured two other people on September 27, 2009. The sentencing was passed down by the Shelby County Circuit Court, softened by a plea bargain.
Drunken and reckless driving destroys lives, and those left in the wake of wrongdoing may have legal rights for their injuries. If you have been injured by a drunk or reckless driver, you may be entitled to legal recourse. Contact the Champaign personal injury lawyers of Spiros Law, P.C. at 217-328-2828 today to learn about your options.
Two Urbana women were involved in a single-vehicle crash early Monday morning. Following police investigation, the driver has been ticketed for driving under the influence.
According to police reports, the driver was heading home at 3:15 a.m. when she swerved off the road, hitting a tree and a fence before coming to a stop. Both the driver and her passenger sustained minor injuries and were transported to Carle Foundation hospital, where they were treated and released.
The driver was issued tickets for driving under the influence, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, and operating an uninsured vehicle.
If you have been injured by a negligent or drunk driver, or have been involved in an auto accident, contact the Champaign personal injury attorneys of Spiros Law, P.C. at 217-328-2828 today to discuss your legal options.
A two-car accident killed on Illinois 16.
The accident happened around 6:20 p.m. when a 34-year-old man who was driving a jeep and lost control of the vehicle collided with another vehicle. Both drivers had to be cut from their vehicles. The driver of the other vehicle, a 51-year-ol man was pronounced at the scene. The 34-year-old driver suffered very serious injury. He was later charged with driving under the influence.
If you or someone you love has been the victim of a drunk driving accident, contact the Champaign drunk driving accident victims lawyer of Spiros Law, P.C. by calling 217-328-2828.
