At the American Legion in Shelby, Ohio, a bartender trying to do the right thing was fired for her noble act. Twyla DeVito went into work to find a regular patron belligerently drunk at the bar. When he left to get in his vehicle and drive home, DeVito called the police. The man was ultimately …
Monster Energy Drinks Subject of Class Action Lawsuit
After five deaths and one heart attack, Monster Beverage Corporation now faces a class-action lawsuit. The suit claims that Monster knowingly marketed, advertised, and sold the drink as a safe beverage despite its toxic mix of ingredients. The lead plaintiff began drinking Monster when he was 16 years old, because the company marketed the beverage …
New State Laws Use Mandatory Treatment to Curb Drunk Driving

Car accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report that some states are now requiring treatment plans for applicable citizens to reduce DWI repeat-offenses. First offenders in New Hampshire are now required to submit to a substance abuse screening within 14 days of the conviction. The laws took effect in New Hampshire on January 1st …
Second Lawsuit Filed Over Fatal Drunk Driving Crash in Texas
Two lawsuits are now pending that stem from a fatal accident in Galveston, Texas. In April 2012, a drunk driver allegedly struck and killed two men and one dog with his car. The estate of one of the victims is suing both the intoxicated driver and the establishment that served him alcohol before the crash. …
Police Tackle Drunk Driving Problem on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday now ranks among St. Patrick’s Day and Fourth of July as one of the nation’s top drinking holidays. Car accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm remind the public to be especially aware on the roads this coming Sunday. Perhaps Americans are looking to re-live the excitement of New Year’s Eve, or maybe …
Wisconsin Pushes to Toughen Penalties for Drunk Drivers
Car accident attorneys report that legislator’s in Wisconsin are attempting to crack down on drinking and driving. State residents are unsure the laws will make a difference, and are emphasizing the need for more enforcement instead of more laws. Politicians in Madison, specifically State Representative Jim Ott (R) and Senator Alberta Darling (R), are trying to …
Holiday Season Brought Drunk Driving Accidents and Deaths Nationwide
Our car accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm continue to warn of the dangers of drunk driving. Unfortunately, the holiday season brought many drunk driving accidents and arrests nationwide. As AAA reports, New Year’s Eve and day is the deadliest period for deadly drunk driving accidents. Last year, more than 122 motorists died in a drunk driving …
Permanent DWI Checkpoints Coming to Texas?
Our car accident lawyers support legislation and other efforts aimed at reducing the number of driving while intoxicated accidents. In Texas, a deputy police chief is putting pressure on legislators to set up permanent DWI checkpoints in the state. Texas has the highest number of crashes involving drunken drivers. The statistics are shocking. National Highway Traffic Safety …
President Obama’s Efforts to Make the Nation’s Roads Safer
Auto accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, including adverse weather conditions and mechanical trouble. But many of the accidents can be attributed to human error, particularly driving under intoxication. This is an area in which Chicago car accident attorneys regularly see significant injuries and even death. President Barack Obama recently issued a national proclamation …
The Dangers of Energy Drinks – An Update
A new 5-Hour Energy internet ad misleadingly suggests that the highly caffeinated energy drink is safe. However, our product liability lawyers warn consumers of the dangers associated with the popular energy drink. The drink is reportedly tied to at least 13 deaths. An investigation by the FDA found that 5-Hour Energy drinks have caused serious and even …
Stricter Drunk Driving Laws Reduce Traffic Fatalities
The Washington Post reports that traffic-related deaths and severe injuries are falling in Virginia. Official data shows that, between 2007 and 2010, the number of traffic fatalities fell from 1,026 to 740, and severe injuries from 19,796 to 11,664. Safety advocates attribute these declines to stricter DUI laws, increased seat belt use and stricter licensing requirements for …
The Rampant Evils of Drunk Driving
Drinking alcohol can negatively impact your body, leading to certain cancers and heart problems. This is true even when alcohol is consumed in moderation. However, the real dangers arise when people under the influence of alcohol decide to get behind the wheel. Drunk drivers not only endanger their own lives, they put everyone else on …
Drunk Driving Past Police Officers: Not Exactly the Brightest Idea
While driving intoxicated is always extremely irresponsible and dangerous, doing so directly in front of a police officer increases the level of stupidity. Two recent incidents of drunk driving around police officers bring to light the serious consequences of drunk driving. Our auto accident attorneys are experienced in winning compensation for victims of intoxicated driving accidents. Motorists …
Chicago Officer’s DUI Crash Verdict
Our Chicago accident attorneys at the Pintas and Mullins Law Firm were shocked by recent reports of a drunk driving accident that took the life of a 13-year-old boy and led to the conviction of a long-time Chicago police officer. Unfortunately, drunk driving accidents cause thousands of injuries a year, and many of them are fatal. Although …
Contaminated Oklahoma Well Water Causing Serious Thyroid Complications
Water contamination lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm are warning of serious thyroid dangers associated with a toxic substance found in at least 18 drinking water wells in Duncan, Oklahoma. We have already heard from a number of injured victims experiencing thyroid problems as a result of drinking contaminated water, and we remain committed to …