Forsyth County Speeding Accidents

Speed is a primary factor in many dangerous car accidents, and it is closely associated with fatal crashes. Motorists who fail to obey the speed limit or to adjust their speed downward in response to the effects of bad weather or the road’s condition make our roads more dangerous for everyone who travels on them. If you or someone you care about has been injured by a speeding driver, it’s time to consult with an experienced Forsyth County car accident attorney.

Recent Tragic Accident Highlights How Dangerous Excess Speed Can Be

A recent tragic accident in Forsyth County highlights exactly how dangerous excess speed can be. Two young adults were traveling westbound on State Route 20 – Canton Highway. As the highway narrows from two lanes to one – just west of Sawnee Corners Boulevard – the two drivers were apparently racing to merge in front of each other. As the young woman attempted to cut in front of the young man, she seemed to misjudge the clearance and collided with his vehicle before flying off the road and hitting a large tree. She and her passenger were pronounced dead at the scene. While the young man was unharmed, he was detained for DUI with drugs.

The Statistics

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shares all the following sobering statistics related to speed:

  • In 2022 alone, speeding motorists caused 12,151 deaths.
  • Speed has played a role in about one-third of all fatal traffic accidents for more than 20 years running.
  • In 2022, speed was a primary factor in a full 29 percent of all traffic deaths.

Motorists don’t have to exceed the speed limit to drive too fast. Taking factors like the following into account is key to driving at safe speeds:

  • The effects of bad weather
  • How well the road is maintained
  • The effects of road construction
  • Overall visibility
  • Traffic conditions

The Risk Factors

NHTSA reports that the risk factors associated with speeding are multilayered and include all of the following:

  • Speed increases the risk that an accident will be more serious – or even deadly.
  • Speed increases the risk that the driver will lose control of their vehicle.
  • Speed increases the driver’s stopping distance, which makes it more difficult for them to avoid unforeseen dangers on the road.
  • Speed decreases the effectiveness of occupant protection equipment, such as airbags and seat belts.

Drivers who choose to speed put us all at increased risk.

An Experienced Forsyth County Car Accident Attorney Is On Your Side

The seasoned car accident attorneys at Banks, Stubbs & McFarland – proudly serving all of Forsyth County – appreciate how serious speed-related crashes are and remain committed to fiercely advocating for just compensation that covers the full scope of your physical, financial, and emotional losses. Your case is important to your future, so please don’t wait to reach out and contact us online or call 866-455-4701 for more information about what we can do to help you today.