A Laredo Car Accident Lawyer Discusses the Problem
Every motorist should know that speeding is dangerous. Still, far too many drivers in Texas insist on going well over the speed limit in unprecedented fashion.
Speeding is among the most common causes of car accidents in Laredo. They are a major factor in rear-end accidents, rollovers, head-on collisions, and other crashes that pose a serious threat to the health and lives of Texans.
In fact, a 10-year study shows Texas had the most fatal crashes and deaths from speeding in the nation. The decade of 2010 to 2019 – the most recent available data – saw 11,444 deaths from 10,209 speeding accidents. California ranked second with 9,171 fatalities while Pennsylvania was a distant third with 4,904 deaths.
The study revealed a troubling truth: far too many Texans – 112.1 deaths per 100 crashes – are dying due to careless drivers who do not obey the speed limit.
Why Do Drivers Continue To Speed?
The inherent risks are obvious when speeding. A driver that's going too fast has less reaction time and needs more distance to stop their vehicle. In other words, their margin for error goes way down.
High-speed accidents also mean high-speed collisions, greatly increasing the chances of serious injury (e.g., concussion, traumatic brain injury, broken bones, spinal cord damage, internal bleeding, etc.) or death. Dangerous rollover accidents are more common among speeders too.
This raises a serious question: Why speed? Many excuses center on a driver’s attitude. They feel they have the right to speed. They are in a bad mood. They do not care about the safety of others. They are easily goaded into road rage incidents involving other speeding drivers. Typically, speeders:
- Have no patience for traffic delays, slower drivers, and traffic congestion.
- Feel a sense of urgency to reach their destination on time, even if it’s just a trip to the supermarket.
- Think the feeling of anonymity behind the wheel lessons their responsibility.
- Are distracted by talking on their phones or texting.
- Simply enjoy the thrill of driving fast.
Hold Negligent Drivers Accountable
If you were injured or a loved one died in a crash due to a speeding driver, you have the right to seek compensation for your losses. Medical bills, lost wages, and other accident-related expenses can add up fast.
Insurance companies, which look at your injuries as nothing more than numbers on a spreadsheet, care more about protecting profits than paying crash victims what they're due.
That's why you need someone in your corner to fight for the compensation you deserve. If you're in Laredo or anywhere in southern Texas, contact Attorney John R. Solis to get a clear understanding of your legal rights and options after an accident.
We proudly provide legal representation to English and Spanish-speaking clients.
Don't go it alone. Get justice with John. Contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced Laredo car accident attorney.