In Pennsylvania, the illegal supply of alcohol is a crime with a heavy cost. Drunk driving accidents are responsible for thousands of deaths each year. When minors are illegally supplied alcohol, they may engage in recreational activities, and the risk of accidents no doubt increase. Young people who have been illegally supplied with alcohol could get injured in ATV accidents or swimming accidents.
If an establishment supplies alcohol to an individual who is clearly intoxicated and that person goes on to cause an alcohol-related injury, the establishment may be held responsible. Such cases are referred to as "dram shop cases," a name given to black market providers of alcohol who sold their wares by the dram.
Another form of illegally supplied alcohol relates to the providing of alcohol to an under-aged person. This can happen in a commercial setting, such as a bar or liquor store, or at a private residence where alcohol is served to minors.
If you or a loved one was a victim of illegally supplied alcohol, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering, among other possible damages. Turn to Metzger Wickersham for a free and confidential consultation.
At Metzger Wickersham, serving Harrisburg, Shippensburg, Lancaster, York, and Wilkes-Barre and communities throughout Pennsylvania, our experienced lawyers can help if you or a loved one has been injured. Contact us. Call 1-800-WIN-WIN-1 (1-800-946-9461) for your free personal injury consultation today.
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