Speeding Accidents in Madison, WI

As is true in any other major city, drivers in Madison, Wisconsin, often find themselves in a hurry to get to their destinations. There can be numerous reasons why someone might speed, from being late for work to being eager to get home after a busy day. However, despite how common and understandable speeding might be, it is still a dangerous behavior.

At Eisenberg Law Offices, S.C., our Madison speeding accident lawyers regularly see the terrible consequences that can result when a speeding driver crashes into another car, pedestrian, or bicyclist. If you or someone you love has been injured, contact us today at (608) 256-8356 for a free, no-obligation consultation. 

How Eisenberg Law Offices, S.C., Can Help After a Speeding Accident In Madison, WI

Drivers who speed through Madison’s streets present a real danger to you and your loved ones. If one of them injures you, you deserve accountability and justice. Our dedicated team of Madison car accident lawyers is equipped with the resources and know-how to accomplish that goal on your behalf.

No matter the facts of your case or the extent of your injuries, we are dedicated to your recovery and future. 

When handling a car accident claim, our lawyers will do the following:

• Review police reports, witness statements, videos, photographs, and any other evidence to fully understand how your accident happened and who is to blame
• Discuss your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other harm you suffered to help you understand your case’s value
• File your claim paperwork for you, respond to demands from the insurance company, and continue to push your claim toward a speedy resolution
• Negotiate with the insurance company and pursue a settlement that will give you the financial support you need
• Take your case to court and seek a verdict and judgment in your case, if necessary

Our firm has a long and distinguished history of helping injury victims just like you recover the financial compensation they are entitled to after a car accident. Contact Eisenberg Law Offices, S.C. today to start working with a competent, qualified, and caring attorney who will represent your interests following your crash.

Speeding Facts For Madison, WI

Approximately 38 traffic fatalities happen every year in Dane County, Wisconsin (home to Madison), and thousands more crashes occur that result in injuries or property damage. In 2021, the most recent year for which statistics are available, 1,170 traffic crashes of all severity types involved a speeding driver. 

Speeding is so dangerous for the following reasons:

• It gives drivers less time to detect and react to dangers on the road, like pedestrians, road defects, and slower traffic
• It increases the risk of catastrophic or fatal injuries in a crash
• You might misjudge the speeding driver’s actual speed, making it nearly impossible for you to get out of the speeding driver’s way in time
• Speeding drivers often engage in other reckless behaviors, like following other cars too closely or switching lanes without signaling
• A speeding car is more difficult to control, especially in wet or slippery conditions

Additionally, contrary to popular conceptions, speeding not only involves going faster than the posted speed limit but also traveling too fast in light of the road conditions. 

For example, going 75 mph when the speed limit is only 55 mph is, of course, speeding. However, it could also be considered speeding to drive at 55 mph on that same road if conditions like poor visibility, heavy traffic, or snow and ice on the ground were present.

Age Groups Most Likely to Speed

Speeding in Dane County is closely associated with younger drivers. Of the 1,170 speeding-related crashes in 2021, 436 of them involved drivers between the ages of 15 and 24. The next age group with the most speeding-related crashes was 25 to 34-year-olds, with 277 total speeding-related collisions.

By contrast, drivers of every age group from 55 and older were involved in fewer than 100 crashes involving excessive speed.

Contact Our Madison Speeding Accident Attorneys for a Free Consultation

Whether it’s clear that speeding caused your accident or you’re unsure how the crash happened, the experienced attorneys at Eisenberg Law Offices, S.C. are here to help. We’ll thoroughly investigate your case, protect your rights, and fight for the compensation you need to recover. 

Getting started is simple—just contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation. Reach out now to speak with an experienced Madison speeding accident attorney.