DUI (Driving Under the Influence) accidents continue to be a grave concern in Indianapolis, Indiana, causing a significant number of injuries and fatalities each year. Despite ongoing efforts by law enforcement and advocacy groups, these accidents remain a persistent issue. In 2021, Indianapolis reported a total of 1,352 alcohol-impaired driving accidents, resulting in 47 fatalities and 777 injuries. These numbers emphasize the substantial impact of DUI accidents on the safety of the city's roads and the well-being of its residents.

To combat this ongoing problem, there are several anti-drunk driving organizations actively working in Indiana and nationwide. MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Indiana is a dedicated local chapter of the renowned nationwide organization. Their mission is to eliminate drunk driving, support victims of these preventable crashes, and work towards a future with no more victims. Additionally, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) operates the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign, which works to raise awareness about the dangers of drunk driving and to deter impaired driving. These organizations provide valuable resources, support, and information to help reduce the incidence of DUI accidents in Indianapolis and across the United States.

When someone is seriously injured or killed in a DUI accident, it is important to get help from an experienced personal injury attorney. Click the links below to learn more about drunk driving as it relates to:

• Indianapolis car accidents;
• Indianapolis pedestrian accidents;
• Indianapolis motorcycle accidents;
• Indianapolis semi truck accidents;
• Indianapolis bicycle accidents;
• Indianapolis  intersection accidents;
• Indianapolis bus accidents;
• Indianapolis distracted driving accidents;
• Indianapolis rear-end collisions;
• Indianapolis T-bone accidents;
• Indianapolis rollover truck accidents;
• Indianapolis multi-vehicle accidents;
• Indianapolis fatigued truck driver accidents;
• Indianapolis aggressive driving accidents;
• Indianapolis hit-and-run accidents;
• Indianapolis teen driver accidents;
• Indianapolis  head-on accidents;
• Indianapolis speeding truck accidents;
• Indianapolis moped and scooter accidents;
• Indianapolis wrongful death claims;
• Indianapolis spinal cord injuries;
• Indianapolis soft tissue injuries;
• Indianapolis traumatic brain injuries.

How do you deal with an insurance claim after an Indianapolis DUI accident?

Regardless of how severe an accident is, almost everyone involved has to deal with insurance companies and claims. For accidents with very minor injuries and damage, a claim can sometimes be handled by working with the insurance adjuster. For crashes involving more serious injuries, or when a fatal crash occurs, an Indianapolis personal injury attorney is needed to manage the insurance claim. Go here to learn more about how a DUI accident lawyer in Indianapolis helps injured victims.

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