Speeding Accident
When individuals speed, they are creating an unnecessary risk for accidents on the road since speeding significantly increases the braking distance that is need in order to come to a complete stop. By definition, speeding is when a vehicle travels faster than the posted speed limit.
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Speeding is a major factor in almost all traffic crashes. In 2005, speeding was a factor in 30 percent of all fatal crashes and resulted in 13,113 deaths. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), speeding-related crashes cost 40.4 billion dollars every year.
When a driver speeds, they are reducing their ability to steer around object on the road and increase the distance needed to come to a complete stop, and decreases the time a driver has to react to a situation on the road.
Male drivers are more likely to speed than female drivers. According to a study in 2005, 38 percent male drivers between the ages of 15 and 20 who were involved in a fatal crash were speeding.
Has a speeding accident caused personal injury to you or someone you know? If so, contact one of our experienced auto accident attorneys in your area today!
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