Speed limits are vital for road safety in Johns Creek. When someone chooses to go above the speed limit or drives too fast for current conditions, they put everyone at risk. After an accident wherein a driver was speeding, contact a Johns Creek speeding accident lawyer for help.
Speeding increases the risk of serious injuries during an accident. A high-speed collision can instantly cause damage and a lot of it. If you were the victim of this type of accident, you might have costly medical bills, lost income, and more.
John Foy & Associates can help you seek compensation for your damages. We only work for injury victims, and we stand firm against insurance companies. Our team can discuss your accident and legal options during a free consultation. To get started today, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online.
Types of Speeding in Johns Creek
There are two main ways a driver might speed in Georgia:
- Exceeding the posted speed limit
- Driving too fast for conditions
The state of Georgia has maximum speed limits for specific areas. According to the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) §40-6-181, unless posted signs say otherwise, the speed limits are:
- 30 mph in urban or residential areas
- 35 mph on unpaved county roads
- 65 mph on multi-lane divided highways or city interstates
- 70 mph on rural interstates
- 55 mph in any other areas
Drivers should typically stay below the posted speed limit in an area. However, there are times when drivers should go slower than the posted speed limit. According to OCGA §40-6-180, drivers must drive at a “reasonable and prudent” speed under the current conditions.
Conditions that require lower speeds might include:
- Dangerous road conditions
- Nasty weather, such as rain, snow, ice, or fog
- Traffic buildup
- Construction zones
- Emergency vehicle situations
Motorists must pay continuous attention to changing road conditions. If a location becomes hazardous, drivers must lower their speed to stay safe.
If a driver speeds in any way and causes an accident, they are liable. This means that both they and their insurance company are responsible for the accident’s costs.
You, as the injury victim, can seek compensation through a personal injury claim.
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Why Drivers Choose to Speed
Speeding is a choice, even if the driver has an excuse. Having a driver’s license means agreeing to drive safely at all times on Johns Creek roads. Unfortunately, some people still choose to exceed the speed limit.
Drivers are often speeding because of:
- Aggressive or reckless driving
- Impatience with slower traffic
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Distracted driving
- Being late for an appointment
- A medical emergency
Most of the time, a driver speeds out of pure negligence. The driver is reckless and is trying to get to their destination faster. But this carelessness can easily harm others on the road.
You don’t need to know why a driver is speeding to file a claim. You must simply prove that the driver was speeding and that their speeding led to your accident.
Our speeding accident lawyers can help you prove the other driver’s negligence. We know what it takes to build a strong injury claim with the other driver’s insurance company. We’ll also help protect your rights and fight for what you deserve. To learn more during a free consultation, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online.
Speeding Is Common in Truck Accidents
Commercial drivers are used to traveling for long miles, which can quickly become tiring. That’s why driver fatigue is so common with truckers and other people who drive for a living.
Unfortunately, speeding is common with drivers who have an extra duty of care. Truck drivers might speed because of:
- Drug or alcohol use
- Drowsy driving
- Aggression
- Boredom
- Trying to meet deadlines
Trucking companies often have strict deadlines to transport cargo. If a trucker feels the pressure, they might cut corners to get somewhere faster. That can include speeding in a dangerous situation.
A driver might also forgo rest to travel longer miles. This puts the driver on the road while incredibly tired. Driver fatigue is one of the most common reasons for careless actions like speeding.
Penalties for Speeding in Georgia
If the driver is caught, speeding can lead to tickets and fines. Speeding tickets in Georgia can range from $25 to $500, depending on the situation. If someone speeds at 75 mph or above, they could face Super Speeder offenses, which translates to mean a $200 fine.
When speeding causes an accident, the consequences are more severe. The speeding driver is responsible for the accident damages if they’re found to be at fault. However, the injured driver must seek compensation by filing an injury claim.
Damages to Recover from a Speeding Accident
If you were injured in a speeding-related accident, you have rights. You can pursue compensation for damages like:
- Emergency room bills
- Doctor and hospital bills
- Prescription medications
- Lost wages
- Vehicle repair costs
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Medical costs are usually the most expensive damages in an auto accident. Speeding accidents can cause serious or life-threatening injuries for everyone involved. Plus, injuries might require a victim to miss significant work time and, as a result, incur lost wages.
Pain and suffering damages are more difficult to calculate than medical costs. With medical costs, you can back up your claim with bills, receipts, and more. But pain and suffering are harder to quantify.
Don’t assume your total accident damages without talking to a lawyer. You’ll want to account for everything you’ve lost because of the accident. If you don’t include all of your damages in your claim, you could end up paying out-of-pocket for expenses you didn’t cause.
Talk to a Johns Creek Speeding Accident Lawyer Today
Speeding in Johns Creek is serious. If a driver’s speeding led to your accident, they should be held responsible for the damages they’ve caused. Thankfully, John Foy & Associates can help you take the appropriate actions.
We have been helping injured motorists and their families for over 20 years. Our firm has grown to become one of the largest and most respected in Georgia. With a reputation as the “Strong Arm,” we’re not afraid to fight for your rights.
To get started with a free consultation, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online. We’ll discuss your accident and your legal options. If you work with us, there is no charge unless we win you compensation.
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