DUI Cases in Pasco County, FL
An alcohol-related driving fatality happens every 50 minutes in the United States – and hundreds of thousands more are injured. Drunk drivers in Pasco County can face serious criminal and civil liability charges, but it can be tricky in no-fault states such as Florida so it helps to have an experienced personal injury attorney at your side.
Insurance Claims and No-Fault Laws
Florida requires all accident victims to first use their Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance to pay for expenses. If PIP isn't enough and injuries are serious enough, victims can pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault driver.
Civil vs. Criminal Cases
Most DUI cases go to criminal court to punish the driver and award the victim restitution. If restitution isn't ordered or is considered insufficient, DUI accident victims can sue the driver for damages in civil court to collect compensation.
Wrongful Death and Drunk Driving
If a DUI accident results in death, the next of kin can file a civil suit to collect damages. A fatality resulting from a DUI accident should be treated as a wrongful death case which Lowman Law Firm also handles in Pasco County.
No matter your situation, the knowledgeable and compassionate defense attorneys at Lowman Law Firm are on your side.
Who's At Fault?
Put Our Pasco County DUI Accident Injury Lawyers On the Case!
While drunk drivers are typically 100% at fault in a crash, occasionally a court or jury may decide that each party shares part of the blame. This raises the question of who will pay for the damages, including injuries and medical expenses. So, how could a drunk driver not be completely to blame? After all, getting behind the wheel in Florida with a .08 or greater Blood Alcohol Level is breaking the law before an accident even occurs.
It’s possible that the drunk driver, though driving negligently, was not totally to blame for the accident. Consider the following: A sober driver runs a red light and hits a drunk driver who has the right of way. Even though the drunk driver should never have been on the road, the sober driver who ran the red light also broke a traffic law and caused the accident.
In a case such as this, the court or jury may assign a percentage of blame to each party. While they're most likely to consider the drunk driver 100% fault, they could potentially place partial blame on the DUI victim for running the red light. In this case, compensation for the victim could be less than expected.
At Lowman Law Firm, we believe the drunk driver should never have been on the road. Today, there's simply no excuse with the heightened awareness of drunk driving dangers and the availability of ride-sharing. So, we will work for you to help ensure no blame is placed on you and you get the full compensation you deserve.
Why We Love Pasco County, FL
Pasco County is where Joe Lowman was born and raised, so it's a place that's near and dear to our hearts. He went to Land O' Lakes High School, and worked at the rec center as a lifeguard because heading to USF for college. But aside from being Joe's hometown area, Pasco County is also just a great place to live!
Here's what some members of our team get up to in this unique county:
- Catching a movie at the Joy-Lan Drive-In Theater
- Filling up on donuts at Olga's Bakery
- Grabbing a hotdog at Coney Island
- Camping and bird watching at Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park
- Reeling in bass at one of the counties many lakes
- Making a birdie at Plantation Palms Golf Club
- Ziplining at TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park
- Seeing alligators on a Kachunga Airboat Tour
Over 550,000 Floridians call Pasco County home, including many members of our team. So, it's our pleasure to serve the community with free consultations and no-fee representation until we win your case. Let our Pasco County legal home team fight for you!
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in Pasco County, Florida
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Meet Your Pasco County DUI Accident Injury Lawyers
Were you involved in a DUI accident? First, seek medical assistance. If you or someone else is able to, document the scene and make a police report. Then, contact a DUI accident victim attorney. If you've been the victim of a DUI accident in Pasco County, let our team help. You can also text Joe anytime at 813-317-5927. Remember, the best time to speak to a lawyer is immediately after an accident!
Joseph A. Lowman, Esq.
Joseph A. Lowman, Esq.
A Founder and Managing Partner of Lowman Law Firm, Joe knows Florida, having graduated from the University of South Florida and the Florida State University College of Law. He has a long list of experiences, awards, associations, publications, and speaking engagements that you can read more about here.
Stephanie A. Lowman, Esq.
Stephanie A. Lowman, Esq.
A Founder and Managing Partner of Lowman Law Firm, Stephanie is Florida-born and raised. She is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University and Florida State University, and has worked for Southwest Florida Water Management District, Manatee County Attorney’s Office, Florida Public Service Commission, and more.
Brent M. Lowman, Esq., CPA
Brent M. Lowman, Esq., CPA
Brooksville-born Brent has a diverse background. He graduated from the University of Florida and worked as a Certified Public Accountant. He also served as Captain in the United States Marines. In 2011, he earned his law degree and has been focused on serving his community ever since.
Alex Lao, Esq.
Alex Lao, Esq.
Chicago-native Alex graduated from Northern Illinois University before moving to Florida and working as a prosecutor and lead trial attorney for the Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office. At Lowman Law Firm, Alex represents injured individuals and is recognized by the Florida Bar as being board certified in civil trial law.
John D. McBride, Esq., BCS
John D. McBride, Esq., BCS
John D. McBride, represents those who have suffered injuries in car accidents. John is a Board-Certified Civil Trial Attorney in Florida and is an AV Preeminent rated attorney – a peer award for the highest level of professional excellence – and is admitted to practice in all state courts throughout Florida as well as federal court for the Middle District of Florida.
Vincent Massaro, Esq.
Vincent Massaro, Esq.
What Our Clients Say About Lowman Law Firm’s Pasco County Personal Injury Attorneys
I can say that Attorney Lowman and all his team did a phenomenal job in regards to my auto accident. They always take time to ask how I am doing? I was kept properly informed and my case was handle in a very timely manner.
Renee
Automobile Accident Case
Amazing staff over at Lowman Law firm! Attorney Massaro was a man of good faith and a stand-up guy! Lowman Law firm has a great communication rate. Lowman Law firm always answered the phone and communicated effectively with me throughout my case. I also want to pay respect to case manager Kayla for always acting with sincere respect and being punctual. The staff at Lowman Law firm puts you in good hands when in such a stressful and difficult time in your life. I would recommend calling my friends at Lowman Law firm when presented with an unfortunate injury. These exceptional people will put your mind at ease and help you obtain your losses to the degree obtainable!
Weston
Automobile Accident Case
Dealing with insurance companies is not a pleasant experience and I wanted a professional on my side. I met with Joe Lowman who explained the process to me and put me at ease with me realizing that I had a competent, capable and experienced team fighting for me. They navigated through getting my car fixed and countless medical appointments and kept me informed as things progressed. Joe Hill was awesome at taking the facts, communicating with the doctors offices and insurance companies and getting the best outcome possible. The outcome was greater than I thought was possible. This would not have been possible without the awesome work, skills and professionalism of Joe Hill. He is great and I will always recommend Lowman Law Firm. You guys are fantastic!
Larry
Automobile Accident Case
Fought tooth and nail with the at fault insurance company for me every time they didn’t want to pay for a rental car and helped set up all of my medical appointments. Jordan and Joseph are the best. I got more than 20 times the money I thought I would be receiving from the settlement. I was literally brought to happy tears over how they handled everything!
Dominique
Automobile Accident Case
My experience with Lowman Law Firm was excellent. Joe Lowman and his staff are the best in the business. From day one they handled my auto accident extremely professionable and made sure my needs were taken care of immediately. I can’t thank them enough for all they have done for me.
Michael
Automobile Accident Case
I was able to get the treatment I needed by excellent doctors and also able to recover without having to worry about my case. They handle all the details for you and really know what they are doing. If you want the best, call Joe Lowman
Marie
Automobile Accident Case
If you want someone to represent you that really fights for YOU and cares about YOU, then you want Joe Lowman. I was referred to him by a friend and it was the best decision I ever made. His staff is friendly, professional and well qualified to provide you with what you need. My case went better than I could have ever projected because of their hard work.
Marie
Automobile Accident Case
Jeffry Testa
Trucking Accident Case
After being hit by a tourist that ran a red light I was completely lost on what to do. A friend recommended Lowman to me & I am so thankful they did. They put me at ease & took care of everything. They were great about keeping in touch & giving me updates. They really did right by me & my family. If you find yourself in need of their services you will never regret choosing this law firm.
Dorothy
Automobile Accident Case
Dave Martini
Automobile Accident Case