Mississippi prohibits commercial drivers from getting behind the wheel with a BAC of 0.04 or higher. Those operating personal vehicles, on the other hand, aren’t considered to be over the legal limit unless their BAC is at least 0.08. In addition to the Blood Alcohol Content, it is also illegal to drive under the influence of any substance that impairs a person’s ability to safely operate a vehicle. This includes prescription drugs given by a doctor and illegal drugs like marijuana.
Commercial drivers—especially those operating big rigs—must hold themselves to a higher standard because they can cause considerably more damage in the event of a wreck. When an 18-wheeler strikes a small car, for example, it can crush it like a soda can. As such, most truck accident fatalities are passenger-vehicle occupants.
If you were fortunate enough to survive a drunk driving accident with a big rig or another automobile, you may be wondering how to hold the impaired drivers accountable. Let’s take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about building a strong personal injury claim in such a scenario:
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