When a motorist chooses to drive under the influence along Atlantic Avenue or Federal Highway, the peace of a coastal Florida community is instantly shattered. At The Altman Law Firm, led by attorney Jeffrey S. Altman, we stand beside victims and families navigating the aftermath of severe drunk driving collisions in Palm Beach County.
Reviewed by Jeffrey S. Altman · Florida Bar No. 159174 · Reviewed 15 September 2026
Alcohol-related crashes frequently involve complex questions regarding how the intoxicated motorist obtained their drinks. Under Florida's dram shop laws, commercial vendors or social hosts may share responsibility if they unlawfully served alcohol to a minor or knowingly provided drinks to someone with a known habitual addiction. Investigating these complex scenarios requires prompt action to preserve security camera footage, credit card receipts, and police reports before critical evidence disappears.
Navigating the civil justice system after a collision demands careful attention to state deadlines and rules. For standard negligence claims arising from crashes on or after March 24, 2023, Florida enforces a strict two-year statute of limitations. Wrongful death claims likewise follow a two-year filing window. Additionally, Florida's modified comparative negligence framework means that your ability to recover compensation can be affected if you are found partially at fault for the incident.
Coping with catastrophic injuries, mounting medical bills, and lost income can overwhelm your physical and emotional reserves. Insurance carriers often try to minimize payouts shortly after an incident occurs. Our team steps in to handle negotiations, communicate with adjusters, and build a thorough evidentiary record so you can focus entirely on your physical recovery and rehabilitation.
Your priority is your health and safety. Call 911 to ensure law enforcement documents the scene and an ambulance evaluates your injuries. Once stable, gathering contact details from witnesses and keeping records of all medical visits can support future legal evaluations.
In Florida, establishments are generally shielded from liability unless they willfully and unlawfully served alcohol to a minor under 21, or knowingly served someone known to be habitually addicted to intoxicants.
For negligence claims stemming from accidents occurring on or after March 24, 2023, the deadline is generally two years from the date of the crash. Missing this timeline can permanently bar you from seeking recovery.
Yes. If an insurance company argues that you shared some blame for the collision, any potential damages may be reduced in proportion to your assigned percentage of fault under Florida's modified comparative negligence statutes.
Contact The Altman Law Firm today to discuss your situation with a knowledgeable Delray Beach alcohol-related accident attorney. Call (305) 373-3730.