Parking Lot Accidents

Everyone knows speeding is dangerous, but it remains one of the leading causes of serious car accidents in Miami and across Florida. High-speed crashes magnify the force of impact, often leading to devastating injuries or fatalities. Even if the other driver was only going 10 or 15 miles per hour over the limit, the difference in stopping distance and reaction time can mean the difference between a near miss and a catastrophic collision.

At Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, we represent people injured in accidents caused by speeding drivers. Our attorneys have fought for Florida injury victims since 1976, and we know how to prove fault in cases where drivers try to downplay their speed. If you were hurt because another motorist was going too fast, you may be entitled to significant compensation.

The faster a car travels, the harder it is to stop, and the more energy is released at the moment of impact. Speeding increases both the risk of a collision and the severity of the injuries that follow.

Common speeding-related scenarios include:

• Rear-end crashes when a driver cannot stop in time
• Intersection collisions when drivers try to “beat the light”
• Lane-change accidents when speed reduces reaction time
• Rollovers when fast-moving cars lose control on curves
• Fatal highway crashes on I-95, the Palmetto, and other Miami highways

Even “minor” speeding—like driving 40 in a 30 zone—can have severe consequences in neighborhoods, parking lots, and other areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.

One challenge in these cases is that drivers rarely admit they were speeding. Insurance companies often argue there is no proof the driver was over the speed limit. That is why evidence is critical.

Our attorneys work to uncover facts such as:

• Skid marks and crash-scene measurements
• Vehicle event data recorders (“black box” information)
• Surveillance video from nearby businesses or traffic cameras
• Eyewitness testimony/statements
• Police accident reconstruction reports

By piecing together this evidence, we can show that the driver’s excessive speed was the key factor in causing the crash that resulted in your injuries.

Speeding accidents often cause the most severe injuries because of the higher impact forces. Victims may suffer:

• Traumatic brain injuries or concussions
• Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
• Herniated discs in the neck or back
• Broken bones in the arms, legs, or ribs
• Internal bleeding and organ damage
• Severe lacerations and scarring
• Fatal injuries in high-speed head-on or rollover crashes

These injuries may require emergency treatment at Miami trauma centers, surgeries, and long-term rehabilitation. For many families, the physical and financial impact lasts for years.

After a speeding accident, insurers often look for ways to minimize payouts. They may argue:

• The crash was unavoidable regardless of speed
• You were partially at fault for failing to react
• The visible damage to vehicles does not match your injuries
• Your injuries were preexisting or unrelated

At Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, we know these tactics well. Our attorneys work with medical experts, crash reconstruction specialists, and economists to counter these claims and demand the full value of your past and future losses.

If you were injured in a speeding accident, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Emergency medical care and follow-up treatment
• Future medical expenses, therapy, or rehabilitation
• Lost income and reduced ability to work
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Funeral expenses in fatal cases

Every case is different, and the value of your claim depends on your injuries, medical needs, and long-term impact. Our attorneys take the time to understand your unique situation and pursue maximum compensation that reflects your reality—not the insurance company’s lowball offer.

Taking the right steps after a crash can protect your health and your claim. If you are able, you should:

• Call 911 and request a police report documenting the other driver’s speed
• Get medical attention immediately, even if you feel fine at first
• Take photos of the accident scene, skid marks, and vehicle damage
• Collect witness information
• Contact an attorney before speaking with the insurance company

Quick action can make a major difference in proving liability in speeding cases.

If you were injured by a speeding driver in Miami or anywhere in Florida, you do not have to face the aftermath alone. Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada can investigate your case, preserve critical evidence, and fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.

We offer free consultations, and we only get paid if and when we recover money for you. Call us today at 877-448-8585 to speak with one of our experienced Miami car accident lawyers about your speeding accident claim.