Tempe, AZ – Dottie Morgan ID’d in Injurious Wrong-Way Wreck at I-10 & Elliot Rd

Tempe, AZ (December 17, 2019) – A wrong-way driver hit two cars head-on in Tempe on Elliot Road near Interstate-10, causing serious injuries.

According to reports from the Tempe Police Department, the accident occurred around 5:15 p.m. on December 11th. Officers say that Dottie Jo Morgan, 54, performed an illegal turn and was traveling eastbound in the westbound lanes of Elliot Road. She then struck two vehicles head-on, per records. Tempe paramedics were called to the scene and treated at least one victim and transported another to a local area hospital.

Authorities used a portable breathalyzer to test Morgan’s blood-alcohol level which resulted in a .309 reading. Morgan has been charged with two counts of aggravated DUI.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families. We hope for their quick recovery.

Wrong-Way Accidents in Arizona

Whether it’s speeding, reckless or distracted driving, or driving while impaired, driver negligence causes serious accidents. Wrong-way accidents, more than any other type of crash, most frequently occur when a driver is distracted or impaired. In fact, studies show that nearly 90 percent of wrecks are caused by some sort of driver negligence.

Oftentimes, serious long-term injuries, costly medical expenses, and job loss plague victims and their families after these wrecks. The victims of wrong-way crashes may even succumb to their injuries, leaving families to pick up the pieces and deal with financial difficulties while mourning their loved ones. But those affected can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help, and in some cases, seek the fair compensation they deserve from a personal injury suit or wrongful death suit.

Our car accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families affected by these wrecks. Contact our knowledgeable auto accident lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free consultation today and safeguard your legal rights.

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