Key Takeaways:
- Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel has represented injured Californians since 1976, and attorney Scott Rubel has practiced law since 1988 and holds recognition from Best Lawyers in America.
- Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel handles speeding accident cases on a “contingency fee” basis, so clients pay no lawyers’ fees unless the firm recovers compensation.
- Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel has secured multi-million-dollar results for vehicle collision clients, including a $1 million settlement for a client struck by a commercial truck.
“Speeding” turns an ordinary Inland Empire commute into a life-changing event in seconds. Speeding accounted for roughly 35% of California’s traffic fatalities in a recent year, and speed-related collisions on I-10, I-15, and SR-60 often cause catastrophic injuries. Our Inland Empire speeding accident lawyers at Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel investigate these crashes, identify every liable party, and pursue full compensation for injured victims and families.
Why Choose Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel?
Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel has represented injured Californians since 1976, giving the firm 49 years of experience with Inland Empire courts and insurers. The firm has secured results including a $50 million pedestrian collision case and a $1 million settlement for a client struck by a commercial truck.
Attorney Scott Rubel has practiced law since 1988 and has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America since 2021. Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel holds membership in the Consumer Attorneys of California, the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, and the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association, and carries a State Bar Board of Legal Specialization certification. Clients describe the firm’s lawyers as attentive, knowledgeable, and committed to their cases.
What Should You Do if You Were Injured in a Speeding Accident in California?
If another driver’s speeding caused your injuries, you may recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. Acting quickly to seek medical care, preserve evidence, and understand your legal options strengthens your claim and protects your right to full compensation.
California Speeding Laws
California’s basic speed law, Vehicle Code 22350, prohibits driving faster than is reasonable and prudent for existing conditions, even at or below the posted limit. Posted speed limits set a legal ceiling, and driving too fast for rain, traffic, or road conditions can still violate the law. Courts treat a basic speed law violation as “negligence per se,” meaning speeding alone can establish negligence in a personal injury case.
Common Causes of Speed-Related Crashes
Common causes of speed-related crashes include:
- Aggressive driving
- Running late
- Distracted driving combined with speeding
- Street racing
- Impaired driving
- Fatigued driving
- Poor weather
- Commercial vehicle speeding
- Road rage
Types of Speeding Accidents
Speeding is a factor in many different types of accidents such as:
- Rear-end collisions
- Head-on collisions
- T-bone accidents
- Lane change accidents
- Rollover accidents
- Multi-vehicle crashes
- Highway accidents
- Intersection accidents
Where Speeding Accidents Commonly Occur in the Inland Empire
Speeding crashes cluster along Interstate 10, Interstate 15, Interstate 215, State Route 60, State Route 91, and State Route 210, along with busy surface streets and intersections throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties. In 2022, San Bernardino County recorded 390 fatal crashes, and Riverside County recorded 312, and both rank among the state’s highest for speeding-related injuries, per the Office of Traffic Safety.
Common Injuries in Speeding Accidents
Higher speeds increase crash severity and the likelihood of catastrophic injury. Injuries that commonly occur in speeding accidents include:
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Internal injuries
- Burns
- Wrongful death
How Is Fault Determined?
Establishing “fault” relies on police reports, witness statements, crash scene evidence, vehicle damage, event data recorder information, dashcam footage, cell phone records, and accident reconstruction experts.
Can More Than One Driver Be at Fault?
California follows a “pure comparative negligence” rule, so more than one driver can share fault, and an injured person can still recover compensation even if partly responsible. For example, a driver 20% at fault on a $100,000 claim can still recover $80,000.
Evidence That Can Strengthen Your Case
Additional evidence that can strengthen a claim includes:
- Traffic camera footage
- Surveillance video
- Skid marks
- Vehicle data downloads
- GPS data
- Medical records
- Expert opinions
What Compensation May Be Available?
An injured person may recover compensation for medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, property damage, permanent disability, and wrongful death damages.
What to Do After a Speeding Accident
After a speeding accident, taking the following steps can help protect your claim:
- Call 911
- Seek medical care
- Photograph the scene
- Gather witness information
- Preserve evidence
- Notify your insurance company
- Avoid discussing fault
- Speak with a lawyer before accepting a settlement
Common Insurance Company Tactics
Insurance companies often minimize payouts after a speeding accident, commonly by blaming shared fault, minimizing injuries, delaying the claim, offering low settlements, and requesting recorded statements.
How Long Do You Have to File a Claim?
California generally requires a personal injury lawsuit within two years of the accident. Acting promptly matters because evidence such as skid marks and witness memory can disappear quickly, weakening a claim.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel?
Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel handles speeding accident cases on a contingency fee basis, so a client pays no lawyers’ fees unless the firm recovers compensation. The firm covers upfront investigation costs, including accident reconstruction and expert opinions, and consultations are free.
Why Hire Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel for Your Inland Empire Speeding Accident Case?
Our lawyers investigate the crash, preserve electronic evidence, and work with accident reconstruction experts to identify every liable party. The firm calculates the full value of a claim, negotiates directly with insurers, and prepares each case for trial from the outset. Decades of practice before Riverside and San Bernardino County courts give Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel insight into local judges and opposing counsel.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What should I do if I was injured by a speeding driver in California?
Seek medical care immediately, document the scene, and contact a lawyer before speaking with the insurance company. Prompt treatment also documents your injuries.
Is speeding automatically considered negligence?
Yes. Courts treat a basic speed law violation as negligence per se in a personal injury case, which simplifies proving fault.
Can I recover compensation if I was partially at fault?
Yes. California’s pure comparative negligence rule allows recovery reduced by your percentage of fault, even if you were mostly responsible.
What damages can I recover after a speeding accident?
Damages can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and wrongful death damages when applicable. A lawyer can identify every category that applies to your case.
How do you prove the other driver was speeding?
Evidence such as event data recorders, dashcam footage, skid marks, and accident reconstruction experts can establish how fast a driver was going.
Will a speeding ticket help my injury claim?
Yes. A citation or conviction for speeding can serve as strong evidence of negligence, though it is not required to prove your case.
How long does a speeding accident claim take?
Timelines vary by case complexity, but California generally requires filing a lawsuit within two years of the accident.
Injured by a Speeding Driver? Contact Our Experienced Inland Empire Speeding Accident Lawyers at Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel to Get the Compensation You Deserve
Skid marks fade, and surveillance footage disappears fast after a speeding accident. Our Inland Empire speeding accident lawyers at Lerner, Moore, Silva, Cunningham & Rubel will investigate your crash, explain your legal options, and fight for the full compensation California law allows. To schedule a free consultation, call us today at 909-889-1131 or submit our online contact form. With office locations in Ontario and Victorville, California, we proudly serve clients in the surrounding areas.
