Loune-Djenia Askew, Esq
Apr 18, 2025
Here’s how to gather strong evidence and why it’s so important to work with a personal injury attorney throughout the process.
Speeding remains one of the most dangerous habits on the road. Even if it's not the main cause of all crashes, it plays a major role in thousands of them every year. If you or someone you love has been in a crash caused by a speeding driver, proving it could be the key to getting the compensation you deserve.
Here’s how to gather strong evidence and why it’s so important to work with a personal injury attorney throughout the process.
Why Proving Speeding Matters in Florida
Florida follows a “comparative negligence” rule. This means that the amount of compensation you can receive depends on how much you were at fault. If you're found 50% or more at fault, you may be ineligible to recover damages. That’s why proving the other driver was speeding—and therefore at greater fault—is crucial to protecting your case.
Tips to Help Prove the Other Driver Was Speeding
1. Take Photos or Videos (If You're Able) After a crash, try to document the scene. Photos of damaged vehicles, skid marks, debris, and road conditions can all help tell the story of what happened.
Skid marks: Long, harsh marks may show the driver tried to stop suddenly—possibly due to excessive speed.
Debris spread: A wide impact zone often means a high-speed collision.
Vehicle damage: The harder the impact, the more damage—this can point to speeding.
2. Talk to Witnesses Eyewitnesses can back up your story. Did someone see the other car speeding or weaving through traffic? Their statement can support your claim.
3. Get the Police Report When officers respond to the accident, they’ll note signs of speeding, road conditions, and any tickets issued. Ask for a copy of the report as soon as it’s ready. It's one of the strongest pieces of evidence in personal injury cases.
4. Check for Camera Footage Nearby traffic cameras, dash cams, or even security cameras from homes or businesses could have caught the speeding driver in action. An attorney can help you request this footage before it’s erased or overwritten.
5. Consider Expert Accident Reconstruction Some attorneys work with professionals who recreate the crash using scene data. These experts study vehicle damage, impact points, and road markings to figure out what really happened—and their findings can carry weight in court.
6. Look Into Vehicle Tech (Black Boxes) Many cars today have event data recorders that track speed, braking, and acceleration. This “black box” data can clearly show how fast the other driver was going at the time of the crash.
Don’t Do It Alone: Why You Need a Personal Injury Attorney
Proving a speeding accident is not always easy. A good attorney can:
Investigate the crash scene
Work with experts to back up your claim
Talk to insurance companies on your behalf
Help secure important evidence (like camera footage or vehicle data)
Their job is to protect your rights and get the best possible outcome while you focus on recovering.
Final Thoughts
Speeding puts lives at risk—and if you’re the one affected, proving it happened is the first step toward justice. These tips can help you start building a strong case, but having a legal expert by your side makes all the difference. If you’ve been hurt in a speeding-related crash, don’t wait to get the support you need.
For more information, contact our office at Askew & Associates, P.A. by calling 954-546-2699.
Disclaimer: this blog post is not intended to be legal advice. We highly recommend speaking to an attorney if you have any legal concerns