Tampa Speeding Accident Lawyer

Anyone who has spent a significant amount of time driving in Florida will probably admit to breaking the speed limit at one point. Sometimes the posted limits feel like an unnecessary and arbitrary restriction on our freedom of movement. But the reality is that these speed limits exist for a reason–to help keep everyone on the public highways safe.

The reality is that speeding is still one of the leading causes of preventable auto accidents in the Tampa area. The faster a car is traveling, the less time the driver has to react to changes in road conditions, and the more likely a collision is to occur with another vehicle or object. And if someone is seriously injured in a speeding accident, the driver’s justifications for their actions will offer them no defense in court.

A qualified Tampa speeding accident lawyer can advise you if you have been injured by such reckless drivers. Florin Gray is a dedicated team of Florida car accident attorneys who represent clients throughout Hillsborough County. We can deal with insurance companies on your behalf, and when necessary take legal action directly against the speeding driver who caused your accident.

Speeding Often Leads to Serious Injuries

The speed limits on Florida highways tend to fall between 65 and 70 miles per hour. But keep in mind, the posted speed limits tend to assume ideal driving conditions. During periods of unusually high traffic, bad weather, and low-visibility conditions, all drivers must use common sense and restrict themselves to a safe driving speed for the circumstances. Ultimately, the law imposes a duty on all drivers to exercise reasonable care to protect themselves and others.

Speeding not only makes an accident more likely. It can greatly increase the severity of a collision. The greater the force of an impact, the more trauma the victims’ bodies are likely to endure. This can manifest itself in a number of ways. Some of the more common serious injuries that we see from speeding accidents include:

• Traumatic brain injuries. When a speeding accident victim’s head is suddenly “jolted” or slams against another object, there may be permanent damage to the underlying brain tissue. This can have a wide range of short- and long-term effects on the victim’s cognitive abilities.
• Neck and back injuries. Neck injuries are among the most common types of trauma seen in speeding accidents. In serious cases, a victim may even suffer damage directly to the spinal cord, which can lead to partial or total paralysis.
• Amputation injuries. If a speeding accident victim’s body is crushed, it may be necessary to amputate a limb in order to save the person.

While Florida’s no-fault auto insurance system will cover most minor injuries sustained in a speeding accident, these more serious injuries can easily exceed the limits of most personal injury protection policies. In these situations, the speeding accident victim has the right to sue the negligent driver for the full amount of their losses.

Hit by a Speeding Driver Today? Contact Florin Gray

Drivers who speed are often in a hurry to get somewhere. But when an accident occurs, time can crawl to a stop for the victims and their families. Our compassionate Tampa speeding accident lawyer is here to help those victims get back on their feet. Contact Florin Gray today to schedule a free consultation.