Car Accidents Caused by Street Racing in Brevard County
Automobiles are a fast and convenient way to get people from one place to another. However, numerous people use cars as more than a means of transportation. Many consider driving to be a hobby, and they seek the thrill and adrenaline of racing down the road. As a result, street races have become a growing problem.
Street racing is a leading cause of auto accidents. Because they occur at such high speeds, street racing auto accidents often result in catastrophic injuries or death. Victims of auto accidents involving street racing should contact the experienced auto accident attorneys at Charpentier Law Firm in Melbourne, FL to learn about their legal right to financial compensation for damages.
Street Racing Is On the Rise
Despite the fact that there are posted speed limits on roads, street racing continues to be a leading cause of auto accidents. In fact, there has been a steady rise in the number of documented street races within the past decade. Since 2006, the number of deaths caused by street racing accidents has continually exceeded 150. In many cases, those killed in street racing accidents are not the people actually involved in the racing, but rather innocent drivers or pedestrians who are struck when racing drivers lose control of their vehicles.
Statistics show that street racing is an especially common problem among young men. The group that has the highest documented rate of street racing participation is males aged 15 to 23. Often, street racing involves speeds in excess of 100 mph. However, it is important for people to realize that any type of street race can be dangerous. Even a person racing their friend to get a head start past a stoplight poses a risk.
Street Racing Injuries
Any accident can cause serious bodily injuries. However, the injuries sustained in a street racing accident are often particularly bad because of the high rates of speed at the time of the accident. Street racing accidents may involve head-on collisions, high-impact crashes, or overturned vehicles. Some of the injuries that may be sustained in these accidents include the following:
- Head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Internal bleeding
- Organ damage
Seeking Compensation
The injuries sustained in street racing auto accidents are often associated with a financial burden. It can take months or years to fully treat injuries, and some will find themselves in need of a lifetime of medical care or the need for special medical devices. All of these losses should be considered when seeking financial compensation following an auto accident.
Our attorneys understand the extensive losses that are associated with a street racing accident, and will fight to ensure that our clients are justly compensated for the full range of damages. In the difficult time following an auto accident involving street racing, the experience of our legal team is invaluable.
Learn More About Your Options After A Car Accident
If you have been injured in an auto accident that you believe was caused by the reckless or negligent actions of another driver, contact us at your earliest convenience by calling 321-308-8020 to discuss the details of your case with one of our experienced auto accident attorneys.
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