If you read this blog consistently (we thank you), you know this: our automobile accident attorneys have no sympathy for drunk-drivers — especially celebrities and famous athletes who drive under the influence (DUI) of alcohol.  With all the money they make, how difficult can it be to pay for a taxi or designated driver?

That’s what we’re asking of Cincinnati Bengals rookie linebacker Rey Maualuga.

The former University of Southern California star was arrested early Friday morning in Northen Kentucky after Covington police charged Maualuga with driving under the influence of alcohol and careless driving.  According to police accounts, the 23-year-old Maualuga allegedly hit a parking meter and caused some minor property damage to a pair of parked cars.  His drunk-driving accident led to a stint in jail.

Maualuga was Cincinnati’s a second round draft pick in 2009 and played in 15 games before breaking his ankle.  He isn’t the first Bengal to have been arrested for suspicion of DUI.  Former Bengals Chris Henry — who died in a truck accident last year – and Tank Johnson were each arrested for suspicion of drunk-driving in the past.  Since DUI’s are easily preventable, Maualuga should expect to hear some boos from opposing fans for his transgressions.

Each year, thousands of car accidents are caused by drunk drivers, and each weekend it seems we blog about another celebrity drunk-driver.  If these are the people that our society looks up to, how will we ever reach a point in which DUI accidents are a thing of the past?

If you’ve been injured by a drunk-driver, then please call us now at 1-800-655-6585 or click here for a free consultation with an experienced automobile accident attorney and find out how we can help you.  There is no fee if no recovery.

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About Michael Pines

Michael Pines is a former insurance company attorney who specializes in car accident injury. While he was an insurance attorney, he learned from behind the scenes on how insurance companies work and how they decided to pay injured people. Now that he works against insurance companies, Michael's inside knowledge has resulted in significant benefits to his clients injured in car accidents.