Speeding Accident Attorneys in NJ
When drivers are in a rush or disregard the speed limit, they reduce their ability to stop suddenly and avoid collisions with other drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians.When drivers are in a rush or disregard the speed limit, they reduce their ability to stop suddenly and avoid collisions with other drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians.Our federal and state governments compile traffic safety rules and display signs, particularly concerning speed limits, in appropriate places on our highways with the aim of protecting all road users. They offer a sense of order and stop drivers from making the wrong decisions when behind the wheel of their autos that might endanger others. If we were all perfect law abiding people we would make a note of these rules and restrictions and in all probability accidents would not occur so frequently.
Negligence Can Lead to Serious Injury or Wrongful Death
Speeding car accidents often result in serious personal injuries and wrongful death as well as substantial damage to motor vehicles and property.Injuries can include:
- brain injury
- spinal cord injury
- broken bones
- back injury
These injuries can require extensive medical treatment over a prolonged period. Those affected in motor vehicle accidents may be unable to return to work or enjoy their normal daily routine for an extended period of time.
Serious Injuries Can Last a Lifetime
This situation will place a heavy financial burden on the victim and his or her family when an income earner could be lost forever and ongoing round the clock care is required.Any victim of a speeding accident has the legal right to claim compensation for personal injuries from the driver who was at fault. A compensation package includes money to cover additional medical expenses, wages lost now and into the future and an amount for the distress caused to the victim as a result of an accident that was not their fault.