A truck accident is a risk that all drivers in Arizona face when they have to share the road with large commercial trucks. Despite federal regulations and other safety laws, truck drivers and truck companies make frequent mistakes that can have deadly consequences. In 2018 alone, 4,862 large trucks were involved in fatal accidents in… read more
Pedestrian accidents are a serious problem in Arizona. Statewide statistics show that Arizona is one of the top states in the country for vehicle-pedestrian collisions. Data from 2019 reported 1,842 pedestrian crashes, with 220 deaths and 1,697 injuries (the Arizona Department of Transportation). Most pedestrian accidents would be prevented if everyone obeyed their duties of… read more
Compensation in a personal injury claim refers to a financial award to make up for an injured victim’s losses, such as medical bills and losses of income. If you were recently injured in an accident in Arizona, you could be eligible for compensation from the party that caused your accident. How much you receive will… read more
As an injured accident victim, you most likely want to obtain a settlement as quickly as possible. You want the at-fault party to pay for the medical bills that are stacking up or your weeks of lost wages. It is critical to your financial future, however, not to quickly accept the insurance company’s first settlement… read more
Knowing what to expect from a personal injury lawsuit can provide peace of mind by preparing you for the future of your claim. In general, a personal injury lawsuit will follow a predictable pattern with several key processes. Keep in mind, however, that every case is unique and yours may follow different stages. Your case… read more
Car accidents occur every day in the state of Arizona. If you get injured in a car accident, you may be eligible for financial compensation from the person or party who caused the collision. If you have never had to file a claim before, the process may seem complicated. Breaking down your options can make… read more
When someone else’s negligence causes a serious or catastrophic injury, the victim may not survive long enough to see the end of a personal injury claim. He or she may pass away from the severe injury before receiving financial compensation from the responsible party. In this scenario, the deceased person’s family may be able to… read more
Winters in Arizona can be severe. Snow falls all over the State of Arizona, along with a great deal of ice covering the ground. It can be especially difficult to prevent a slip and fall accident during this time of year. Even if you do your best to avoid falling, unreasonably dangerous premises could increase… read more
Many things can go wrong during a personal injury claim. Each mistake could place you further away from collecting fair compensation for your injuries and losses. It is important to work with an attorney on your personal injury claim if you have serious injuries and expensive medical bills. A lawyer can help you sidestep the… read more
As the victim of a bad car accident, the best way to move forward is with financial relief from an insurance claim. Unfortunately, auto insurance companies in Arizona do not make it easy to obtain fair and full compensation. To save their investors money, insurers often use tactics such as denying valid claims. Learning the… read more