Speeding is both illegal and dangerous. Yet, drivers do it every day. Unfortunately, this can sometimes have dire consequences when a driver who is going too fast causes a crash to occur.
If you or someone you love is injured by a speeding driver, you have legal rights. Berry Law can help you to pursue a claim for compensation so you can get justice for the damage that was done to you. Give us a call or contact us online today to schedule a free consultation with a Nebraska speeding accident lawyer to find out how we can help.
Why Is Speeding So Dangerous?
Speeding both significantly increases the chances of a motor vehicle accident and makes it much more likely that the collision will cause severe injuries or be fatal. Speeding is dangerous because:
- Drivers have less control over the vehicle
- Going too fast gives drivers less time to notice and respond to people or things in their path
- A car that is moving faster has a longer stopping distance
- The force and impact of a crash is greater when a car is speeding because the vehicle has more momentum
- A vehicle is more likely to roll over or spin out of control at higher speeds
The dangers of speeding are well-known, which is why every state and local area has speed limit laws, and violating those laws is a traffic offense that can lead to fines, points on a driver’s license, and more expensive insurance costs.
Holding a Driver Liable for a Speeding Accident
When a crash occurs involving a speeding driver, victims of that accident, or those who have lost loved ones, can take action to hold the speeder accountable.
Crash victims can collect compensation from the speeding driver for all of the losses the crash caused, including economic damages like medical bills and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages for things like pain and suffering and emotional distress.
In a car accident case, victims typically must show the other driver was negligent, or less careful than an average reasonable driver would be under the same circumstances. A violation of a safety rule, like speed limit laws, creates a presumption of negligence that can make it easier to prove your claim.
Still, you’ll need to work with an attorney experienced in car accident claims in Omaha to gather evidence of the speeding, to help you identify all potential defendants who could be to blame for the accident, and to assist in proving the extent of your losses — especially in cases where you suffered serious injury due to the collision.
Berry Law has represented many clients in speeding-related crashes and we have a long and successful history of recovering large compensation for victims both in and out of court. An injury attorney in Omaha can help gather police reports, consult experts, and more to help you make a strong claim.
Contact Berry Law Today After Your Speeding Accident
Berry Law charges no legal fees unless we win, and we are prepared and ready to help you negotiate an out-of-court settlement or present your case in court to maximize your chances of a favorable verdict.
If you or someone you love has been the victim of a collision with a driver who is going too fast, you should give us a call today to schedule a free consultation with a Nebraska speeding accident attorney so you can get an advocate on your side working for you.
