According to a recent study using data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drivers involved in fatal crashes are most likely to be charged with reckless driving. Specifically, between 2012 and 2023, 23,663 (or nearly 5%) drivers involved in deadly crashes were charged with this offense.
After getting into an accident where reckless driving was at play, you may have significant injuries, wage loss, emotional damages, and even irreparable property damage. As the victim, you are entitled to fair compensation for these damages. At Henningsen Injury Attorneys P.C., we’re here to help.
Call 404-882-6810 today to discuss your case for free. No charge until you win!
What Is Reckless Driving?
Reckless driving is defined as driving in a way that shows a deliberate or intentional disregard for the safety of others or their property. It is considered a crime and is punishable by jail time and costly fines. Here are some of the most common forms of reckless driving:
Drag Racing
In most states, drag racing is a misdemeanor. Because drag racing is intentional and illegal, it can also be considered grossly negligent.
Weaving In And Out Of Traffic
Drivers who swerve in and out of lanes, often cutting off drivers in their way, can easily run into unexpected obstacles. These obstacles could include an unsuspecting person opening their car door, pedestrians crossing the street, or someone simply decided to change lanes.
Fleeing Law Enforcement
When drivers are on the run, they tend to ignore others around them and will even bulldoze through other cars in order to escape.
Speeding
When speeding, drivers can easily, both intentionally or accidentally, fly through red lights, fail to yield, or crash into left-turning vehicles. Crashes that occur at high speeds are by nature more deadly.
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I was in a car accident and originally had representation from another law firm ( one of those famous tv firms who shall not be named) I was sooo dissatisfied... read more from the beginning. I then researched another firm for representation and I came across Henningsen. From the start they took care of everything for me, they maintain constant communication with me through out the whole process keeping me informed. They gave me expectation during our initial interaction and by the end of it all the service they provided exceeded those expectations. I highly recommend this law firm. Thank you Henningsen but specifically the case manager Tamera smith.
March 27, 2022Rebecca was Amazing. Great communicator and made sure I got the biggest settlement possible. She was able to answer any questions I had and updated me with any changes in... read more my case. Best injury attorney I’ve had thus far
November 27, 2022They Are very professional and one of the best in the business , from the first phone call I placed after my accident , an investigator was sent to me... read more to fill out the paper work, I didn’t have to leave the house. Within two days I got a claim number for my property damage from the firm. And I was emailed a copy of my police report and next steps . Carmen took over my case and honestly she is amazing, she was very diligent, consistent , knowledgeable , thorough and patient, she carried me along through every milestone and kept me updated . Mr Todd is a brilliant lawyer , he honestly exceeded my expectations, I didn’t sustain any major injury but mr Todd was able to get a settlement for the full policy limit . I am very happy and I will be referring Henningsen injury attorney to anyone I know.
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Highly compassionate, helpful and attentive to my legal information needs. They were very quick to respond to my inquiries. Mr. Henningsen and his team are among the best law firms... read more in the area. My entire experience with Mr. Henningsen and his paralegals was very pleasant. I will definitely recommend them to all friends and family!!
March 27, 2018I had a really great experience with the firm. They handled my case quickly and it was easy to tell they knew what they were doing. Hope to never need... read more them again but will definitely use them again. Lashanda is awesome!! Great person to work with, very honest and kept me in the loop at all times.
March 27, 2017I would recommend to anyone! I’ve heard horror stories about various law firms and I was very skeptical in the beginning. However, I am so grateful for my experience with... read more the Henningsen Law Firm. This is actually a late review. My first experience with them was in 2018. Mrs. Tammy was my case manager and she is A1! She is very professional. Mrs. Tammy communicates thoroughly and timely which is really important when going through an emergency situation. Any time I had a question, Mrs. Tammy answered me with clear and direct answers! I had never been in an accident prior to my incident in 2018 and she gave me so much peace throughout my case. I am so glad I found them. During that time, I didn’t have any medical insurance, my car was a total loss, and suddenly it was a domino effect of unfortunate events for me such as losing my job, housing, etc...My attorney group still made sure I had the best medical care and transportation. I’d also like to mention that my settlement was reached pretty quickly compared to what I’ve been told is the norm; and it was more than enough for me to get my life back together, even after the medical bills, etc...I truly felt as if they fought for me! I’ve recently been in another accident. I didn’t even think twice before calling them again and I asked for Mrs. Tammy, lol. No offense to any other case managers because if you work with this firm, I’m sure you’re great. However, my grandma always told me “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”! I love Mrs. Tammy💚. I have no worries about anything. Anytime someone I know gets in an accident, I refer them to Todd Henningsen because I know they will be taken care of all the way around. He is considered a “Super Lawyer” for a reason! You would think I was on their payroll the way I talk about my experience with this firm, but it’s only because I mean it and I want to help someone else make the best decision for themselves as well! If you have any doubt, let Henningsen see you out! God bless
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I was always informed of what was going on with my claim they worked well together as a team. Always keep my best regards as a priority especially at the... read more injury I suffered with. Several broken ribs do to a car accident where I was the passenger. Henningsen Attorney got me Paid. And I am grateful for their services I would highly recommend them .
March 27, 2020I am so blessed to have found Henningsen Injury Attorneys! EXCELLENT and efficient representation! They assisted me in a car accident injury claim. Before finding them I was... read more using another attorney whose office had poor customer service and lacked professionalism and integrity. Due to this unacceptable behavior, I sought out another attorney and came across Henningsen and decided to give them a ring. Not only were Mr. Henningsen’s contingency fees more affordable than the first attorney, but every single staff member was extremely professional and compassionate – this was evident from my initial phone inquiry with their office when I spoke with Carmen. She talked to me for over 30 minutes and made sure to answer all questions to my satisfaction and even answered questions I didn’t think to ask! I know they have other clients, but she never made me feel like she was “too busy” for me; I felt like a priority. She also responded super quickly to all emails. While I was hurt, they sent someone to my house to handle the paperwork for me. They explained the process and followed up with me often to see how I was feeling, providing case updates along the way. I told Carmen several times, that they really were the silver lining in a horrible experience. You can tell they care. I hope to never be in another accident, but if I am, there is no way I would even consider another attorney. I rarely write reviews, but they’re very deserving of this. I want everyone to know, you’re in great hands with Henningsen Injury Attorneys. Highly recommended!
March 27, 2018I was fortunate to be able to find the Henningsen Injury Attorneys. He and his legal team, especially LaShanda were very professional, very responsive to my needs. Although... read more working with the medical was challenging at times, their integrity came through in the end. What more could you ask ? I would surely recommend this firm to my friends and others.
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I was hurt in a t-bone collision recently. Mr. Henningsen and his staff did an amazing job getting me the help that I needed. They are knowledgeable, experienced and very... read more easy to work with. I will be recommending them to my friends and family.
March 27, 2017Thank you to Karen and the rest of the team for helping me with my PI case. The team will help you reach the best decision for your situation without... read more pressuring you and will keep you up to date as much as possible. I definitely recommend this team to anyone dealing with the stressors of a personal injury case!
October 27, 2022I was in a very severe motorcycle accident in September of 2017. I was in the hospital for a long period of time. I went online and googled injury attorneys... read more and the hennigsen firm popped up. I called and Todd was at the hospital within an few hours. He sat down explained everything to me to make sure I understood what we needed to do and the direction to take things. I am very pleased with their services. They always called me back and if I had a question they got back with me as soon as possible. They are truly great people and will take GREAT care of you. Carmen was great as well. She was always on top of things and got back with me promptly. I couldn’t have asked for better people to help me through such a difficult time in my life. If you are in need of any kind of legal support that they specialize in i highly recommend them. They are VERY trustworthy people and always look out for your best interest. I will continue to recommend them to anyone and everyone!
March 27, 2019 -
I really appreciated and enjoyed the hassle-free experience of working with Henningsen Injury Attorneys. My consultation with Mr. Henningsen was seamless. He answered all my questions thoroughly and... read more with ease, and was also very personable. Throughout my case, Lashanda called to update me about my case regularly and kept me abreast of where we were in the case process. The law firm had excellent communication and Lashanda returned my calls promptly. Hennigsen and Lashanda were able to settle my case promptly and favorably. I would highly recommend.
March 27, 2019I had a car crash accident last September 2020! I called Henningsen law firm to take care of my case and their response was immediately the same day they emailed... read more me all the paperwork work and two days later I started my treatment! Tammi was always on the go and always called me to see how I was feeling! I highly recommend this attorneys I had a great experience
March 27, 2022Henningsen Attorneys handled a auto accident on behalf of my husband. The accident resulted in a hospital stay and the total loss of his automobile. The firm handled everything for... read more us from the very beginning. Excellent, clear advice with constant communication. Compassion and commitment as they guided us through a lengthy legal process. I recommend them to all my friends and family. Thank you to the dedicated team of Henningsen Attorneys! Lanice Sudduth
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I had nothing but an extremely positive experience with Henningsen Injury Attorneys. Todd and his entire staff are so caring and professional every step of the way. They really make... read more a stressful situation so easy for their clients. I cannot recommend this firm enough!
August 29, 2018Overall an amazing experience. There was always someone there to answer any question that I had. Tammy in particular helped me when I felt like no one else could. She... read more even helped me get a settlement more than what I expected! I would recommend to anyone!
April 27, 2022I was introduced to Henngsen Injury Attorneys in 2019 by a friend. I have been represented by this great firm twice in the past 3 years, each time I had... read more the privilege of having the representation of Paralegal Tamera Smith and Mr. Henningsen as my attorney . If I had to describe this team in four words it would be; tenacious, brilliant, strategic, and compassionate. This team helped me achieve the highest settlement in my life time. I pray that I won't endure another collision, however in the event that it happens again I will not hesitate to call Henningsen Injury Attorneys.
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I tried working with the guilty party's insurance company on my own and was getting nowhere fast. It was part frustration and in desperation that I reached out to Henningsen's... read more office. I'm sure glad I did because they took over and I stopped stressing about it. I wish I had called them earlier. I tell anyone that's been in an accident to call them. Even if it's just to ask questions. Lashanda was great to work with. Thank you to the Henningsen Injury Attorneys and team for getting our case settled and taking the stress out of it.
March 27, 2022I am very pleased and impressed with the quality of service that was rendered by this attorney firm. They were very helpful from beginning to the end of my... read more case. All of the employees were very professional, and they kept me informed throughout my case. They are a no. 1 law firm, and I will certainly highly recommend them.
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I had such a good experience with Henningsen Injury Attorneys. They were very quick on everything I needed. They answered all of my questions in a timely manner and handled... read more everything professionally. They went above and beyond my expectations. I would recommend them to anyone that likes true professionals.
March 27, 2018Excellent customer service. Very responsive. Great outcome. I was in a major car accident and while it could have been worse, I was not in the situation to deal with... read more insurance, hospital calls, etc. on my own. My experience with Henningsen was very positive. Carmen (my main contact) was very responsive, broke down complicated literature for me, and always had my best interest at heart. If I had anything relating to the accident - I just forwarded it her way and I knew it was taken care of. I would recommend them again and again!
March 27, 2018I am very satisfied with the assistance I received from Mr. Henningsen and his paralegal Carmen. If I had not gone to see him I would still be suffering from... read more severe neck pain after being t-boned while driving on the interstate. The cost of the care and treatment was beyond what I otherwise would have been able to afford. The practitioners he referred me to were topnotch and the physical therapy treatments have restored me to a good level of functioning. Thank-you Todd and Carmen.
March 27, 2016