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Speeding — the act of exceeding the speed limit — is the leading driver mistake that leads to deadly car accidents in Louisiana, Texas, and throughout the U.S. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 31,720 people died in car wrecks from January to September 2021, an increase of 12% from the 28,325 fatalities for the first nine months of 2020. This is extremely alarming since 31,720 is the highest number of deaths of any year since 2006.
Given these statistics, it’s clear you need to be on the lookout for speeding at all times. Read on to learn how speeding causes car wrecks, how you can confirm if speeding caused your automobile accident, and who you can sue after a speeding accident. We’ll also cover how experienced Shreveport speeding accident attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve.
If you’ve been hit by a car, knowing whether speeding caused or contributed to your car accident will help you advance your case. It will also help you figure out who you can sue for damages.
To confirm that speeding caused or contributed to your car crash, you should:
Depending on how your car wreck occurred, the available evidence, and who was involved, you may be able to sue the speeding driver or drivers.
You may also be able to sue other parties, such as:
Speeding is one of the most dangerous driving habits that a driver can have. You need to avoid speeding yourself and should also try to avoid speeding drivers by changing lanes when it’s safe to do so.
If you or a loved one have been injured by a speeding accident, reach out to a five-star Shreveport speeding accident lawyer today. They will file and defend your claim to help you get the compensation you deserve.
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