I still remember my accident like it was yesterday. One minute I was driving my daughter to school and the next I was waking up in a hospital bed. It was frustrating to deal with the emotional trauma of forgetting an entire week of my life, in addition to stressing about my small child. Fortunately, we were both able to recover, but it wasn't easy walking dealing with the medical bills that accompanied the accident. I found myself struggling with things as simple as answering the phone, because I was nervous about dealing with another insurance adjuster. Fortunately, by working with a lawyer, I was able to make sense of my situation. I know that you can overcome difficult challenges too, which is why I shared my story on this website.
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Why Speeding And Other Traffic Violations Are An Important Part Of A Car Accident Case
Debra Hawkins
One of the most frequent reasons why a car accident occurs is that a driver is speeding. However, if you are hit by a speeding car, you might wonder if the fact that they were speeding is relevant to your case and how you can prove that the driver was being so reckless.
Speeding Can Cause More Serious Damages
Perhaps the most obvious reason why speeding is dangerous is the amount of damage it can cause. Because the driver is traveling at a much higher speed, the collision can cause more damage to your vehicle and is more likely to cause you to be more seriously injured.
You Have Less Time to React
Another problem with speeding is that you will not have time to react. If a driver makes a sudden turn while traveling at a high speed, you might be unable to slow down fast enough to avoid the collision.
Some drivers are speeding because they are tailgating and are in a hurry. If you are forced to stop your car suddenly, the driver might collide with the back of your vehicle. Drivers who are speeding are also less likely to obey other rules of the road.
Don't Let the Driver Get Away with It
In most cases, liability is obvious in a case involving speeding. However, you will still want to gather evidence to prove that the other driver was speeding because:
- You may be viewed as being partially at fault
- You may be offered more money if the other driver was speeding
- You might want to hold the driver accountable for being reckless
Fortunately, it's not as difficult to prove reckless speeding as you might think. For one, there might have been witnesses. You might also be able to find surveillance cameras in locations you might never have expected.
Finally, an expert witness can examine the evidence found at the scene of the accident and can help establish with solid evidence that the other driver was speeding.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
Once you are able to prove that the other driver is at fault, you'll be able to seek compensation for:
- Lost wages
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Other forms of damages you might not be aware of
A personal injury attorney will help you through each step of the process, will argue on your behalf, and will represent you in court if your case ever goes to trial.
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