Nashville
Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer

In 2020, there were 7,332 crashes involving a driver impaired by drugs or alcohol in Tennessee, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. Impaired driving was 14 times more likely to result in fatalities than crashes that did not involve impaired drivers.

There are many reasons why impaired driving is dangerous. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol: 

• Impaired drivers are four times more likely to speed
• Impaired drivers are 10 times more likely to not wear a seatbelt
• Impaired drivers in urban areas are 5.7 times more likely to hit a fixed object

A couple of factors commonly contribute to Nashville drunk driving incidents. The city boasts a thriving tourism industry, with many visitors who might be unfamiliar with Nashville’s layout and roads. When alcohol is thrown into the mix, accidents become more likely.

Nashville is also home to Vanderbilt University, Tennessee State University, Belmont University, and other noted universities and colleges, bringing many young people into the area. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a significant number of young adults were under the influence in those 7,332 impaired driving crashes: 

• 1,229 drivers between the ages of 25 and 29
• 996 drivers between the ages of 30 and 34
• 934 drivers between the ages of 21 and 24
• 514 drivers between the ages of 18 and 20

NST Law has a Nashville office to help those harmed in a drunk driving accident. Our lawyers offer clients legal representation and guidance during a challenging and stressful time.