When drivers are texting, adjusting the radio, eating and drinking, or reaching for an item while driving, they may not notice pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicles until it is too late, even in areas where pedestrians have the right of way. If the driver was over-served alcohol at a bar or restaurant, the establishment may share responsibility.
Did you or a loved one suffer an injury as a result of the actions of an intoxicated individual, or did you lose a loved one because of a drunken driver? Sadly, South Carolina has dismal drunken driving statistics, and the establishments and individuals who provide these drivers with alcohol when they are already intoxicated should be held accountable.
An experienced Charleston “Dram Shop” alcohol liability attorney like those at Crantford Meehan may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve.
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Overview of Dram Shop Claims in Charleston
Dram shop liability holds alcohol-serving establishments responsible for serving alcohol to intoxicated individuals or minors, who later cause accidents or harm to others. South Carolina does not have a specific “dram shop” statute, but claims can be pursued under the state’s criminal statutes that govern alcohol sales and laws. If you or a loved one has been harmed by someone who was over-served alcohol, you may be entitled to compensation. The Charleston attorneys at Crantford Meehan can help you understand your rights and fight for justice in these cases.
What is Dram Shop Liability?
Charleston establishments that sell alcohol have a responsibility to not over-serve any individual or anyone under the Charleston legal drinking age of 21. If a customer is visibly intoxicated, the server should not continue to serve them alcohol. When this duty is violated, and the intoxicated individual later causes an accident or injury, the establishment may be held liable for their actions. Dram shop liability claims can be challenging and require experienced legal counsel to navigate the complexities of South Carolina alcohol laws.
