Dram Shop Attorney in Texas
We call out establishments that don’t know when to stop pouring.
When a bar or restaurant continues serving someone who’s clearly intoxicated, the results can be tragic for everyone involved. Dram shop laws hold these establishments accountable when their negligence leads to injury or loss.
At Potts Law Firm, our dram shop attorneys pursue justice for victims of drunk driving and alcohol-related accidents — not just against the driver, but against the businesses that put profits before safety.
How We Hold Negligent Establishments Responsible
Our dram shop lawyers handle the legal and investigative work so you can focus on recovery.
Act Quickly to Protect Your Case
Evidence in dram shop cases disappears fast. Surveillance footage gets erased, witnesses forget, and alcohol receipts vanish. We move immediately to preserve records, witness statements, and every detail needed to prove liability.
Identify All Liable Parties
In drunk driving cases, the driver isn’t the only one who may be responsible. Under dram shop laws, the bar, restaurant, or event host that overserved them can share liability. We investigate every connection to find out who enabled the intoxication that caused your injuries.
Seek Full Compensation
Our dram shop liability attorneys fight for maximum recovery, including medical expenses, lost income, rehabilitation costs, pain and suffering, and punitive damages where applicable.
Challenge Insurance Defenses
Bars and restaurants often carry strong insurance representation. Our lawyers know their tactics and push back with evidence, expert testimony, and aggressive negotiation — or trial litigation if they refuse to take responsibility.
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Representation for Every Type of Dram Shop Claim
Drunk Driving Accidents
When an intoxicated driver causes harm, we trace where they were drinking and who kept serving them despite obvious signs of impairment.
Fatal Alcohol-Related Crashes
Families deserve answers when overservice leads to tragedy. We handle wrongful death claims to hold negligent establishments accountable for the lives they’ve cut short.
Underage Drinking Cases
The law is clear: selling or providing alcohol to minors is illegal. Our dram shop attorneys pursue claims against establishments that contribute to teen drunk driving or alcohol-related injuries.
Private or Corporate Events
If an intoxicated guest at a company party or catered event causes an accident, the host or vendor may be liable. We investigate alcohol service policies and event contracts to determine liability.
Talk to a Dram Shop Lawyer About Your Case
Our team is ready to hear your story, answer your questions, and explain your options for holding negligent establishments accountable.
How to File a Dram Shop Claim
Schedule a Free Consultation
Our dram shop lawyers will review your case, explain liability laws, and outline the next steps to hold all negligent parties accountable.
Gather Evidence
We collect bar tabs, surveillance video, employee statements, police reports, and expert toxicology analysis to establish overservice and causation.
Work With Investigators and Experts
Our dram shop liability attorneys collaborate with accident reconstructionists, forensic alcohol experts, and medical professionals to build a compelling case.
Demand Full Compensation
We negotiate from a position of strength and prepare to go to trial if the at-fault parties or their insurers refuse to do what’s right.
Why Choose Potts Law Firm?
Experience That Cuts Through Excuses
We’ve taken on bars, restaurants, and insurers who swore no one could prove overservice — and proved them wrong. Our dram shop liability attorneys trace every pour, expose every lie, and make accountability unavoidable.
The Power to Take on Major Insurers
Big corporations love to hide behind fine print, but we don’t let them. At Potts Law Firm, we connect the dots, back it with evidence, and make overserving an expensive mistake.
Victims Always Come First
You’re just not a file number to our firm. You’re someone whose life was upended by a bad decision. We stay locked in from day one, keeping you informed and fighting for what’s right.
FAQs About Dram Shop Liability
How do I know if I have a dram shop case?
You may have a case if a bar, restaurant, or other establishment continued serving alcohol to someone who was visibly intoxicated or underage and that person later caused an accident or injury. A dram shop attorney will review the facts, gather evidence, and determine whether you have grounds for a claim under your state’s dram shop laws.
What evidence is needed to prove dram shop liability?
Proving dram shop liability often involves receipts, surveillance footage, eyewitness statements, and toxicology reports showing that the person appeared visibly intoxicated but was still served alcohol. An experienced dram shop lawyer will act quickly to secure this evidence before it’s lost or destroyed.
How long do I have to file a dram shop lawsuit?
In most states, you generally have two years from the date of injury or death to file a dram shop lawsuit. Because bars and restaurants may delete footage or discard records within days or weeks, it’s best to contact a dram shop liability attorney as soon as possible to protect your case.
What damages can I recover in a dram shop case?
Victims in dram shop cases may recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, rehabilitation costs, and, in severe cases, punitive damages. Your dram shop liability lawyer will calculate your full losses and pursue the maximum recovery available under the law.
Justice Starts with a Conversation
Every dram shop case begins with a story. Let’s talk about what happened and how Potts Law Firm can help you move forward.

