Historically, in Texas, around 900 people lose their lives each year due to a drunk driving accident. In some cases, the drunk drivers themselves will die after they sustain fatal injuries. Even if the negligent driver passes away, that does not undo your injuries, pain, and expenses. You still deserve compensation to help cover the cost of your injuries. When injured individuals file a car accident lawsuit, they usually name the negligent driver’s insurance company as the defendant rather than the driver, although some exceptions may exist. When you have a consultation with a Harlingen drunk driving accident lawyer, you can discuss the specifics of your case.