Many people think that they are not able to file a civil personal injury lawsuit against an alleged drunk driver who causes them harm if there are criminal charges filed against that individual. However, that is not the case.
Any person who sustains an injury as a result of the actions of an impaired driver will be able to file a personal injury lawsuit against the negligent party. It is entirely possible to have a civil personal injury claim going on at the same time that a person faces criminal charges for DUI.