Don't drink and drive

[CLT65]

I'm lying in a hospital bed, lots of drugs and pain. They're telling me my wife is fine, just in another hospital without her phone. My last memory was driving with her, and now I'm here. They're telling me that a drunk driver drove through a stop sign and plowed into us. My kids were here, but now my drug-addled mind wonders if they told me the whole story. Kind of freaked out a little bit. The last thing I remember was getting ready to go out for a drive with my wife.

My Tacoma that I've been driving for the last 25 years is apparently totaled, but that's the least of my worries.

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[Jason Brown]

Sorry to hear that man. Glad you are still with us and I hope you and your wife make a full and speedy recovery.

 

[AshWilliams]

Glad you're ok.

A drunk driver came full speed around a bend and plowed into my car sitting at a red light with my four year old in her car seat in the back. It sounded like a howitzer going off. The car was totaled but everyone was ok, and when the police arrived the guy fell over on the median and shat himself.

 

[Tlock]

Keep us posted, good thoughts and prayers headed your way! Let me know if you need anything

 

[CLT65]

Thank everyone. I had a fitful night in the hospital bed, hooked up to the usual stuff. I feel like I've been run over by a train, even with the meds. My wife is in another hospital, not sure why, but they're telling me she's ok, just badly bruised up. It sounds like it could have been a lot worse. I hope we can both go home today. It's so strange; I have no memory of what happened, even hours before the wreck. I'm so glad my kids weren't in the truck with us.

 

[tkdguy]

Sending you my best wishes for recovery!

 

[808hondacrguy]

Prayers coming from our family to yours for a quick and full recovery for all.

 

[arakboss]

Best wishes for full and speedy recovery. Any news on condition of drunk driver. Hopefully insurance will be available to cover bills.

 

[VinnieBoomBah]

My wife is in another hospital, not sure why

Maybe allocation of resources? Like if both hospitals were close enough for safe transport sending you to different ones would ensure neither was overwhelmed should additional accidents occur
Adding my best wishes that you both recover and are together again soon

 

[kmk1012]

Dang, that was too close. You'll probably be sore for a while but a good outlook from the sounds of it. Take it easy for a bit and get better, you and your wife.

 

[CountryGent]

You and your wife are in our prayers today. Here's to a speedy recovery. What harrowing experience. Hang in there.

 

[Retired Guy]

Best wishes for a speedy and full recovery. I'm glad to hear you and your wife survived.

 

[WAYNO]

I am sorry you've had to endure this. I Pray and hope you two are comfortable and on the complete mend soon.

 

[Member 93125]

"Looks" like the guy who ran into you has a DUI from 2019 and he beats his significant other. Probably get a hate crime for telling people who he is but it wasnt very hard to determine giving date, time and yamhill arrest. I really despise people who drink then drive. Hope you recover fast and well

 

[64MercurysRule]

Wow @CLT65 that is a traumatic experience . Driving puts us in vulnerable situations in that we can be proactive in doing our part to be safe and still have terrible events happen to us by irresponsible , uncaring and selfish individuals . I see many drivers these days distracted and making risky decisions that put themselves and others in danger , many unfortunately innocent victims . My wife lost a younger brother in a situation like yours . Thank you for sharing . Lean on others as you all go through the healing process . Prayers and thoughts to you and yours . Blessings .

 

[Mikej]

Oh man. This is a horrible thing to hear. A lot of the folks here feel like family to me. This affects me personally.
Will be watching for future updates. Be well.

 

[or.hunter]

Glad that you and your wife survived the accident. Praying for a speedy recovery.

 

[64MercurysRule]

Just a quick FYI :

In most cases, an accident victim can sue a drunk driver if the accident was caused by the driver's intoxication. To be successful, the victim needs to prove the drunk driver was negligent, meaning they failed to act with reasonable care and caused harm. This is often easier to prove when a driver is arrested and charged with a DUI.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Proving Negligence:
  The victim must demonstrate that the drunk driver had a duty of care (not to endanger others on the road), breached that duty (driving drunk), and that the breach directly caused the accident and injuries.
  
  
• DUI as Evidence:
  A DUI conviction or even a police report indicating the driver was under the influence can be strong evidence of negligence.
  
  
• Seeking Compensation:
  Victims can seek compensation for damages such as medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering.
  
  
• Insurance Claims vs. Lawsuits:
  Often, the first step is to file a claim with the drunk driver's insurance company. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, a lawsuit can be filed.
  
  
• Other Potential Parties:
  In some cases, depending on the state and circumstances, it may be possible to sue other parties, like a bar or social host who provided alcohol to the drunk driver.
  
  
• Punitive Damages:
  In cases where the drunk driver's actions are considered reckless or malicious, victims may be able to seek punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages .

 

[Rem700..300]

Praying you and your wife have a quick recovery and reunite quickly.

 

[Nutty4Guns]

Sorry to hear about this. Speedy recovery for you and your wife!