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Warrensburg, MO Auto Accident Lawyer: Why Is Speeding So Dangerous?

Have you ever played one of those high-speed driving video games? You go as fast as you can until you slam into a barrier or wall, your car explodes, and magically it's in one piece and on the road again.

In real life, people rarely walk away from high speed accidents. Nationwide, speed-related crashes account for about 30 percent of highway accident fatalities.

Why are there so many high-speed accidents?

1. Many people think speeding is not a big deal. It is not unusual to see cars zooming by at five, ten or even twenty miles above the speed limit.

2. Speeding does not have the same stigma as drunk driving.

Why is speeding so dangerous?

1. When you are driving at a high speed, you have less time to react to unexpected dangers in the road. The higher the speed, the less reaction time you have and the less time yo have to make safe driving decisions.

2. Speeding restricts your peripheral vision, so you may not see potential dangers. You may not see pedestrians or children who are playing near the road.

3. High speeds put strain on tires and brakes. This increases which increases the risk of tire failure or brake failure and the risk of an accident.

4. Air bags and seat belts are great protection, but they are less effective at high speeds.

5. The force of impact increases with speed; this means crashes cause more damage and injuries are more likely to be severe.

If you were injured or lost a loved one in a Missouri high speed traffic accident, you may have the right to compensation for your injuries, pain and suffering, lost wages and property damage. To discuss your accident with a Warrensburg, MO auto accident lawyer, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.

Our Warrensburg, MO auto accident lawyers have written a free guide to help you protect your Missouri accident claim. Download your free copy of "10 Essential Steps You Must Take To Protect Your Injury Claim."

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