If you or someone close to you has been injured by a drunk driver, you may be entitled to more than just compensatory damages. Compensatory damages include financial relief for medical bills, wage loss, pain and suffering and other losses. When drunk driving is involved, accident victims may pursue punitive damages as well. Punitive damages are designed to punish and deter reckless, harmful behavior.
At Aiken & Scoptur, S.C., our attorneys are well versed in Wisconsin punitive damages statutes and can help you pursue all potential avenues of compensation. We have a proven record of success obtaining favorable settlements and verdicts for drunk driving accident injury victims. Contact us today to discuss your case. Whether your accident occurred on I-94, I-90, I-43, I-39 or any Wisconsin street or highway, our Milwaukee drunk driving injury lawyers can help.
Punitive Damages in Wisconsin
Recent changes in Wisconsin law have created higher hurdles for plaintiffs to overcome in pursuing punitive damages. Key changes in legislation include:
- Punitive damages may not exceed $200,000 or twice the amount of compensatory damages, whichever is greater
- The plaintiff must prove that the defendant acted with the intent to cause injury to a particular person, or the defendant knew that injury was practically a certain result of his or her actions
Regardless of the changes in the law, plaintiffs can still benefit greatly from pursuing punitive damages in drunk driving cases. While punitive damages are designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter others from behaving in the same manner, they can also provide significant financial relief to those suffering due to drunk driving and other careless actions.
Contact Us to Discuss Your Case
If you or someone close to you has been injured by a drunk driver, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible. We will provide a free consultation, and you will owe no attorney fees unless we handle your drunk driving accident claim and recover compensation that benefits you.
Milwaukee Drunk Driving Injury Lawyers: 866-415-5919
