Marianna Drunk Driving Accident Attorney 

Why Choose Perry & Young?

When a drunk driver causes a serious crash, evidence can disappear quickly, and insurers may move fast to protect their own interests. Choosing the right legal team early can make a real difference in how your claim is built and how prepared you feel. Our firm is structured from the ground up to respond quickly and dig deeply into what happened.

Perry & Young was built by former legal investigators. That background shapes how we handle every drunk driving case. From the beginning, we focus on preserving critical facts such as crash scene conditions, vehicle damage, and witness accounts before they fade.

Our team includes a former insurance defense attorney and former insurance professionals. We understand how liability carriers review drunk driving crashes, what they often look for to shift blame, and how they may try to undervalue injuries. We use this knowledge when preparing claims, gathering documentation, and responding to low or unfair settlement offers.

Every client receives support from a coordinated team that includes two attorneys assigned to the case. This two-lawyer approach helps ensure that someone who knows your file can step in if one attorney is in court or in a meeting. Behind the scenes, our attorneys and staff work together to track deadlines, monitor medical developments, and keep your case moving forward.

Over the years, we have handled many serious injury and wrongful death matters across Northwest Florida. Our attorneys work to pursue meaningful recoveries for clients, and we are committed to seeing cases through rather than pushing for quick, inadequate settlements. At the same time, we focus on treating each person as an individual, not just a file number. We take the time to learn how this crash has affected your health, your family, and your daily life.

What To Do After A Drunk Driving Crash

The hours and days after a drunk driving collision are often confusing. You may be in pain, worried about loved ones, and unsure what to do next. Taking a few key steps can help protect your health and your ability to pursue a claim later.

Your first priority should be safety and medical care. Call 911 if you can, or ask someone else to do so. Law enforcement officers can secure the scene, document what they observe, and begin any investigation into impairment. Even if you feel you can walk away, it is important to be checked by emergency medical personnel and to follow up with a doctor soon after. Some serious injuries are not obvious immediately.

If it is safe, try to gather basic information before leaving the scene. This can include the other driver’s name, license number, and insurance details, as well as the contact information of any witnesses. Photos of the vehicles, the roadway, and visible injuries can also be useful later. If you are too injured to do this, do not worry. Our team may still be able to locate evidence through police reports, scene visits, or nearby cameras.

After the crash, insurance adjusters may call quickly to request statements or signed forms. It is generally wise to avoid giving a recorded statement or accepting any payment before you understand your rights. Some early offers do not account for future medical needs or time away from work. Talking with a drunk driving accident lawyer, before agreeing to anything, can help you avoid common mistakes.

When you contact us, we can review the crash circumstances with you, explain how the criminal DUI process relates to your injury claim, and outline the next steps. Our goal is to shoulder as much of the legal and insurance burden as we can, so you can focus on healing.