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Nahon, Saharovich, & Trotz

Nashville Speeding Accidents

Attorneys Representing Auto Collision Victims in Nashville

Many of us have heard the phrase speed kills, and there is definitely truth in those words. You can see that truth in the statistics regarding speeding accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that speeding-related fatalities increased by 2% from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, the NHTSA reported that Tennessee had the 9th highest number of total traffic fatalities and the 19th highest number of speeding-related fatalities of any state in 2012. Traveling at high speeds in a motor vehicle – the average weight of which being nearly 4,000 pounds – on a road shared with other motor vehicles can result in tragedy. If you have been injured in a speeding accident caused by another person, the Nashville car accident attorneys at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz are ready to talk to you about your case. Our firm, consisting of 33 lawyers and over 120 staff members, is the largest personal injury law firm based in Tennessee and has been representing people injured in auto accidents for more than 30 years – recovering over $1.5 billion in verdicts, settlements, and judgments for those we have represented.

Seeking Recovery After a Speeding Accident

Speeding accidents can happen for a number of reasons, including distracted driving, driving while fatigued, drunk driving, and texting while driving. As with most other car crash cases, the injured party pursuing damages will likely have to establish the negligence of the other driver by proving that the defendant had an obligation to drive safely and breached that duty, which resulted in the plaintiff’s injuries. If a driver hit you, for example, while they were speeding at 95 miles per hour on I-40, you could claim that the drive had a duty to drive the speed limit but failed to drive reasonably, which resulted in your injuries.

After an accident, it is important that you receive medical care for your injuries. Many people injured in the Nashville area seek medical attention at facilities like TriStar Centennial Medical Center – located at 2300 Patterson Street, Nashville, Tennessee 37203. After you have been properly examined and treated, it is vital that you obtain documentation for your claim. In addition to proof of your injuries, you will want to gather as much evidence as you can that could strengthen your case. Hiring an experienced auto collision attorney in the Nashville area would provide you with the knowledge of what evidence to procure and where to look.

If the jury decides that the defendant was exhibiting reckless behavior, you may be awarded punitive damages as a means to compensate you but primarily to punish and reform the defendant. Depending on the nature and severity of your losses and injuries, you may be entitled to compensatory damages in the form of economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages are designed to compensate for monetary losses, such as medical bills and lost wages. Non-economic damages attempt to quantify intangible losses, such as loss of consortium, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement.

Contact a Knowledgeable Lawyer Following a Speeding Accident in Nashville

Speeding accidents can quickly unravel the lives of those affected. If you were injured or a loved one was killed as a result of a speeding accident in Tennessee or a nearby state, the accident attorneys of Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz may be able to assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve. We serve accident victims in Tennessee, Missouri, Mississippi, Kentucky, and Arkansas, including in Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Memphis, Caruthersville, Hayti, Oxford, Starkville, Grenada, Columbus, Tupelo, Meridian, Jackson, Little Rock, and Jonesboro. Call our office toll-free at 800-LAW-4004 or complete our online form to set up a free appointment with a motor vehicle collision lawyer. Once you have talked with us, you will understand why NST is the way to go.

OUR NASHVILLE OFFICE

2323 21st Avenue South
Suite 500
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: 615-235-0766

Fax: 615-257-6797

Testimonials
- Climas B.
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"They stayed with my case until everything was resolved. My situation was complicated and they ensured things were in check from start to finish."
- Vicki L.
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"From start to finish it was a good experience. They listened and handled my case with compassion and care. I highly recommend them."
- Tasha S.
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"I was involved in a auto accident with my mother and she suggested NST to handle the case for us. Everything was handled professionally and in a timely manner."
Client Successes
$3,000,000.00
Obtained in tractor-trailer accident case for a husband and wife that suffered traumatic injuries.
$2,200,000.00
Recovered in car accident case against construction company in which our client suffered a traumatic brain injury.
$1,500,000.00
Received for a woman injured in car accident while on the job, who sustained numerous fractures and underwent several surgeries.