The New Jersey Supreme Court has upheld an 18-year sentence for a college student accused of a DWI-related fatality. If someone you love has been injured or killed in an accident involving a drunk driver, the New Jersey car accident injury lawyers of Levinson Axelrod can help you fight for your rights.

The accident occurred in late 2006, when the then-19-year-old hit and killed a 21-year-old driver. He pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter, aggravated assault, and DUI. The judge sentenced him to 18 years of prison, 15 of which had to be served before he could be paroled. The upper court confirmed the legality of the sentencing because it did not violate New Jersey state law.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a drunk driver, you might be entitled to financial compensation. To learn more about your rights, contact the New Jersey car accident injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod today by calling 800-346-5529.