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29% of All Traffic Fatalities Involve Speeding

Speeding & Reckless Driving Accident Lawyers

Were you hit by a speeding or reckless driver? We prove negligence through EDR data analysis, accident reconstruction, and expert testimony. Punitive damages are often available for reckless conduct.

$75M+
Recovered
97%
Cases Won
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Upfront Fees
12,330
Speeding-related fatalities in 2021
Source: NHTSA
29%
Of all traffic fatalities involve speeding
Source: NHTSA
1/3
Of crashes caused by reckless driving
Source: AAA
4x
Higher fatality risk at 65+ mph
Source: IIHS
Evidence Collection

How We Prove the Other Driver Was Speeding

Building a strong speeding case requires technical expertise and rapid evidence preservation. Our team knows exactly what evidence to gather and how to analyze it.

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Event Data Recorder (EDR) Analysis

Modern vehicles have "black boxes" that record speed, braking, and steering in the seconds before impact. This data is often the smoking gun in speeding cases.

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Accident Reconstruction

Our expert reconstructionists analyze skid marks, debris fields, crush damage, and physics to calculate exact speeds at the time of collision.

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Skid Mark Calculations

Tire marks tell a story. The length, pattern, and depth of skid marks reveal speed, braking force, and reaction time—or lack thereof.

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Traffic Camera & Dashcam Footage

Video evidence from traffic cameras, dashcams, and business security cameras can show the reckless driver's speed and behavior.

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Police Crash Reports

Officers document evidence of unsafe speed, reckless behavior, and traffic violations. "Unsafe speed" notations support negligence claims.

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Witness Testimony

Eyewitnesses often observe excessive speed, weaving, racing, or aggressive driving before crashes. We interview and document all witnesses.

Types of Reckless Driving

Dangerous Behaviors That Support Punitive Damages

Certain reckless behaviors go beyond ordinary negligence and may qualify for additional punitive damage awards.

Street Racing

Organized or spontaneous racing on public roads. Often supports punitive damages.

Excessive Speed

Driving significantly over posted limits or too fast for conditions.

Aggressive Weaving

Rapidly changing lanes without signals, cutting off other vehicles.

Running Red Lights

Ignoring traffic signals at high speed, causing devastating intersection crashes.

Tailgating

Following too closely at high speed, leaving no room to stop safely.

Road Rage

Intentional aggressive behavior including brake-checking and intimidation.

Case Values

Injuries & Potential Compensation

High-speed crashes cause catastrophic injuries because the force of impact increases exponentially with speed. Doubling speed quadruples the crash energy.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

$500K - $10M+

High-speed impacts cause devastating head trauma. The faster the crash, the more severe the brain damage.

Spinal Cord Injuries

$1M - $15M+

Paralysis and permanent nerve damage from the violent forces of high-speed collisions.

Multiple Fractures

$100K - $1M+

High-speed crashes often shatter multiple bones, requiring extensive surgery and long rehabilitation.

Internal Organ Damage

$200K - $2M+

The force of high-speed impacts causes internal bleeding and organ damage that can be life-threatening.

Severe Burns

$150K - $3M+

High-speed crashes more frequently result in fires and explosions, causing catastrophic burn injuries.

Wrongful Death

$1M - $20M+

Speeding crashes are far more likely to be fatal. Families deserve justice and maximum compensation.

*Settlement amounts vary. Past results don't guarantee future outcomes.

Proven Track Record

Recent Speeding Accident Settlements

Real results for real clients. Every case below involved proving the other driver was speeding or driving recklessly.

$4.2M

Street racing crash causing TBI

EDR data showed 97 mph in a 35 zone. Punitive damages awarded.

$2.8M

Highway speeding rear-end collision

Truck driver at 85 mph rear-ended stopped traffic. Multiple fractures.

$1.9M

Reckless driving intersection crash

Police report documented red light running at excessive speed.

$3.5M

Wrongful death from street racing

Both racers held liable. Family received full policy limits plus personal assets.

$875K

Road rage high-speed collision

Dashcam captured aggressive behavior. Punitive damages included.

$1.2M

Speeding delivery truck accident

Company policy violations led to employer liability. Commercial policy limits.

Legal Resources

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Common Questions

Speeding Accident FAQ

How can you prove the other driver was speeding?

We use multiple evidence sources: 1) Vehicle EDR ("black box") data that records speed before impact, 2) Accident reconstruction using skid marks, debris patterns, and crush damage, 3) Traffic camera and dashcam footage, 4) Police reports noting "unsafe speed," 5) Witness statements about reckless driving. Our experts combine this evidence to establish exact speeds.

Can I get punitive damages for a reckless driving accident?

Yes, punitive damages are often available in reckless driving cases. Courts award punitive damages to punish particularly egregious conduct and deter similar behavior. Street racing, extreme speeding (30+ mph over limits), road rage, and DUI combined with speeding often qualify for punitive awards. These damages can significantly increase your total recovery.

What's the difference between speeding and reckless driving in civil cases?

Speeding typically involves exceeding posted limits or driving too fast for conditions. Reckless driving involves willful disregard for safety—a higher level of culpability. While both establish negligence, reckless driving may support larger non-economic damages and punitive damages. Our attorneys build cases to characterize conduct as recklessly as the evidence supports.

What if the speeding driver was working at the time?

If the driver was working (delivery driver, trucker, sales rep), their employer may be vicariously liable through "respondeat superior." We also investigate whether the employer negligently hired, trained, or supervised the driver, or encouraged speeding through unrealistic schedules. Commercial policies typically have much higher limits than personal auto policies.

How do you calculate speed from skid marks?

Accident reconstructionists use physics formulas incorporating skid mark length, road surface friction, vehicle weight, and tire conditions. Modern analysis also accounts for anti-lock brakes, which may not leave traditional marks. Combined with crush damage analysis and EDR data, experts can calculate speeds within a few mph of accuracy.

What if I was also going over the speed limit when the accident happened?

California and many states use "pure comparative negligence," meaning you can recover damages even if you share fault—your recovery is just reduced by your fault percentage. If you were doing 70 in a 65 but the other driver was doing 95, their greater negligence typically dominates. We present evidence to minimize any fault assigned to you.

What damages can I recover from a speeding accident?

You can recover: 1) Medical expenses (past and future), 2) Lost wages and reduced earning capacity, 3) Pain and suffering, 4) Emotional distress, 5) Property damage, 6) Punitive damages if conduct was reckless. High-speed crashes often cause catastrophic injuries, leading to larger damage awards.

How long does a speeding accident case take to resolve?

Timelines vary based on injury severity and case complexity. Simple cases may settle in 6-12 months. Catastrophic injury cases requiring life care planning and extensive expert testimony may take 2-3 years. Cases involving punitive damages claims often proceed to trial, which extends timelines but can result in larger awards.

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Reckless Drivers Must Be Held Accountable

Speed kills. When drivers choose to ignore speed limits and drive recklessly, they must face consequences. We fight for maximum compensation including punitive damages.

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