Legal Rights for Drunk Driving Accident Victims


Wrongful Death Claims

Overview of Civil and Criminal Laws

This section highlights only part of the drunk driving laws of the State of Minnesota; It does not cover all of the laws. Please be advised to consult an attorney if you think you have a drunk driving and/or a dram shop claim or a social host claim.

Common Law/Statutory Law

Burden of Proof

Jury of our Peers

Civil Law/Criminal Law

Overview Of Dram Shop Claims: 

Here are some resources to help you understand dram shop claims (Claims against bars and liquor stores).. Please consult an attorney if you think you have a dram shop claim.

How to Prove a Dram Shop Claim

Defenses to the Dram Shop Claim

Time Limitations (Statute of Limitations) in Which to File the Claim

Parties: Plaintiffs, Who can Sue?

Parties: Defendants, Who can be Sued?

Insurance Coverage for Liquor Vendors

Damages:

If you or a family member has been injured, you may be elegible to receive compensation for damages. Be sure to consult an attorney to determine whether damages may apply to your case.

Damages: Punitive Damages for Drunk Driving

Damages: Who Pays?

Damages: Subrogation Rights

Criminal Drunk Driving Legal Process

Underage/Minors Drinking Laws: 

Here are some resources to help you understand social host claims Please consult an attorney if you think you have a social host claim.

Letter To Parents of Teens

Not a Drop Law Applies to Driving Minors

Social Host Law Protects Minors

Beer Keg Registration Law

Felony To Provide Liquor to Minors

Comparison Of Dram Shop vs Social Host Law

Minn. Laws protecting Minors from Illegal Drinking