Speeding Accidents
All across the country, speed limits are put in place to discourage reckless driving. But even with these limits, careless drivers travel at dangerous speeds and put other motorists at risk of car accidents. Fines for speeding tickets can be severe and a person can be arrested for reckless driving. Nevertheless, careless and aggressive drivers continue to speed. As a result, they continue to cause an unacceptable number of crashes,
car accident injuries, and
wrongful deaths. If you or a member of your family suffered injury in a speeding acting that was wrongfully caused, don't wait to speak with a Houston car accident attorney at the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon today.
Safe Speeds in Texas
According to the Texas Transportation Code, a motorist can is speeding if he or she is driving at a speed that is unreasonable or imprudent under the existing circumstances. To help drivers understand what speeds are reasonable, speed limits are posted in certain areas. If no limits are posted, there are basic guidelines that should be followed:
- Urban Districts: 30 mph
- Highways in Urban Districts: 60 mph
- Highways Outside Urban Districts: 70 mph
- Alleys, Beaches, or County Roads Adjacent to Beaches: 15 mph
If you have been in an accident caused by a driver who was operating a vehicle at an unreasonable speed, you are entitled to seek a legal remedy against the speeder, including a recovery of money damages for your personal injuries and property damage. Without proper compensation, you may end up under serious financial stress trying to pay for damages and medical bills out of your own pocket. A car accident attorney with the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon may be able to help.
Hire an Car Accident Lawyer in Houston
For an attorney who will stay by your side, answer your questions, and work hard to increase your chances of winning full compensation for your case, contact the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon right away. Our firm has years of training and experience in Texas driving laws and we are ready and willing to help you fight for compensation for a speeding accident. Call today for a free case evaluation.