Just Got Hit By A Drunk Driver

[Alenda]

I'm really sorry to hear about this. The thought of drunk driving just makes me sick. I knew a couple of folks who boasted that they drove drunk lots of times (unfortunately, it was never around me, so I couldn't intervene). It was almost like they were proving how "in control" they were, because they could operate a vehicle while three-sheets-to-the-wind. Luckily for other drivers on the road, they never caused an accident, but I fear that it's only a matter of time until they do.

I remember several years ago, I was out late driving with friends in Jacksonville, NC. We drove by the scene of a car accident. One car was upside down in a ditch, and the other was smashed beyond recognition.

The next day while watching the news, I learned the cause of the accident: a drunk driver had smashed into the car of a woman who had her newborn baby in the back seat. Mom and baby were killed and the drunk driver walked away with a few broken bones. After hearing that, I felt nauseous all day, and I still get choked up thinking about it.

 

[PowerWordDumb]

Glad you're okay Torm. I can't say I'm as glad about the drunk's survival.

 

[Torm]

Got home this evening to find out that the drunk's insurance company called my wife today, harassing her for insurance info (on the van - which isn't ours) and details on injuries. They also told her that he is already out of the hospital, but has no recollection of drinking or driving. And they asked how fast I was going when I "ran the red light".

I guess I'll be talking to a lawyer tomorrow. I always hope people will go with what's Right in these things, but they almost never do......

 

[krunchyfrogg]

That's terrible Torm. Good luck with everything, and I have a feeling that good will come out on top. Don't worry, you and yours are not in the wrong, and that slimy lawyer has to live with himself.

 

[DarrenGMiller]

Got home this evening to find out that the drunk's insurance company called my wife today, harassing her for insurance info (on the van - which isn't ours) and details on injuries. They also told her that he is already out of the hospital, but has no recollection of drinking or driving. And they asked how fast I was going when I "ran the red light".

I guess I'll be talking to a lawyer tomorrow. I always hope people will go with what's Right in these things, but they almost never do......

This angers me. I could say a few things that would be VERY unfriendly to Eric's dear old grandmother after reading that.

DM

 

[Angel Tarragon]

Got home this evening to find out that the drunk's insurance company called my wife today, harassing her for insurance info (on the van - which isn't ours) and details on injuries. They also told her that he is already out of the hospital, but has no recollection of drinking or driving. And they asked how fast I was going when I "ran the red light".

I guess I'll be talking to a lawyer tomorrow. I always hope people will go with what's Right in these things, but they almost never do......

I hope the moron rots in a jail cell for the rest of his life.

 

[Henry]

And they asked how fast I was going when I "ran the red light".

I guess I'll be talking to a lawyer tomorrow.

Awww, it's ON, now, mutha!

 

[Aeson]

Awww, it's ON, now, mutha!

You see this cat Henry is a bad mother--
(Shut your mouth)
But I'm talkin' about Henry
(Then we can dig it)

 

[Kemrain]

This just reminds me that even if I don't drink I can't be safe from the effects of alcohol. People who drink and drive make me sick. I'm very glad you weren't seriously injured, Torm, and I hope you get everything and more out of this prick.

I hope your wife wasn't intimidated by the DUI's insurance company. Those slimy bastards will pin this on you if they can, so you need to stay real cool.

Damn, now I'm really upset. Let us know how bad you trounce this dick so I can feel better.

- Kemrain the Relieved You're Okay.

 

[Warrior Poet]

Glad everyone was o.k., and good wishes for safe and rapid recovery. What a horrible thing to happen. It still kind of amazes me that it happens. I mean, I find it hard to believe people don't know drinking and driving don't mix, but then, stupidity and infinity and all that . . . .

Nolite te bastardes insurantio carborundum! Or something.

Hang in there, stay safe, happy holidays.

Warrior Poet