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Car Accident Injury Compensation Claims

Our solicitors specialise in personal injury claims. If you have been injured in a car accident because of someone else's negligence, you have the right to file a road traffic accident compensation claim against the responsible party. Our solicitors take cases on a risk free no win no fee basis. Compensation is paid in full with no deductions. Win or lose your road traffic accident compensation claim and you pay nothing either way.

Free Telephone Consultation Without Any Obligation

Contact us today for free advice about your road traffic accident compensation claim. Simply fill out the contact form or call our helpline and a solicitor who is a member of the Law Society panel of personal injury experts will advise you on liability issues and the value of your claim and how to preserve your legal right to compensation.

Dangers of Speeding

Speeding is one of the leading causes of car accidents. Not only does speeding increase the risk of a car accident, it also intensifies the severity of any injuries sustained in the accident. High-speed collisions also result in a greater number of deaths. Part of what makes speeding so dangerous is that it limits the amount of time in which you have to react to a potential danger. The faster you're driving, the larger amount of braking distance you need in order to bring your vehicle to a complete stop. In addition, the faster a vehicle is moving, the more powerful the impact will be when it collides with another vehicle.

Note that road conditions play a part in determining the appropriate speed. When the road is wet or icy, you may need to drive slightly below the speed limit in order to allow yourself sufficient stopping distance. Drivers should also reduce their speed when driving through fog. The fog can make it difficult to see the vehicles ahead of you, so you should leave yourself ample stopping distance.

Drinking and Driving

Driving while under the influence of alcohol is one of the most dangerous actions an individual can undertake. A drunk driver is a danger not only to himself but to others as well. Alcohol impairs your vision, slows your reflexes, affects your coordination and impairs your judgment skills. Drunk driving is illegal, and those caught driving under the influence of alcohol face stiff penalties, including possible jail time.

Driver Fatigue

Another major cause of car accidents is driver fatigue. A drowsy driver is less alert. It takes their brain longer to process a situation and make a decision about the best course of action. Their reflexes are slower, and their vision is often blurry. The worst case scenario is that the fatigued driver will actually fall asleep behind the wheel. If you find yourself feeling drowsy while you are driving, pull over and rest.

Car Maintenance

Keeping your car well-maintained also helps ensure your safety on the road. Over time, parts wear out and need to be replaced. Even the newest of cars needs to be monitored for things such as under-inflated tires or broken lights. Schedule regular tune-ups to avoid accidents caused by your car breaking down.