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Common Injuries After a Motorcycle Accident

March 30, 2024

Motorcycle accidents kill or severely injure individuals more frequently than any other type of crash, resulting in immense amounts of suffering and financial damages. As such, it’s vital that any motorcyclist involved in an accident, no matter how minor, seeks immediate medical attention. Failing to do so could result in exponentially increased hospital bills, pain, and debilitation if delayed-onset accident injuries go unnoticed, so don’t risk it. Head Injuries Despite not technically being legally ...

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How are FMCSA Rules for Truck Drivers Enforced?

December 19, 2023

Any driver who gets behind the wheel when they are fatigued is an immense danger to others on the road. Driving while sleepy is a known cause of many accidents. When you are tired, you are less alert, your reaction time is decreased, and you can be more easily distracted. When a truck driver is tired and operates his or her big rig, they pose an even bigger threat to other drivers, road construction workers, and pedestrians on and near the road. Because tired truck drivers are so dangerous, the Federal M...

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Drunk Driving Accidents in Arizona

January 31, 2023

The United States has a serious drinking and driving problem. According to the Center for Disease Control, about one-third of traffic fatalities involve a drunk driver. Furthermore, 1.9 percent of individuals nationwide reported driving after drinking too much, while 1.7 percent of individuals living in the state Arizona reported driving after drinking too much. Drinking and driving is a large issue that can’t be brushed aside and forgotten about. Impaired drivers need to face the consequences of a DUI. ...

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Gilbert, AZ – Officers Investigating Injury Crash on US 60 at Ellsworth Rd

January 10, 2021

Gilbert, AZ (January 10, 2021) – A multi-car accident on US 60 near Ellsworth Road resulted in injuries on Sunday afternoon. According to officers from the Gilbert Police Department, emergency crews and local authorities were called to the scene near Ellsworth around 2:30 p.m. Authorities say a sedan was traveling westbound on US 60 when it collided with another vehicle, triggering a chain-reaction accident in the area. The area was closed while police worked to clear the scene and investigate the wrec...

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Phoenix, AZ – Injuries Reported in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-17 at Glendale Ave

January 6, 2021

Phoenix, AZ (January 5, 2021) – At least two vehicles collided on Interstate 17 on Tuesday evening, resulting in traffic backups and injuries. According to officers with the Phoenix Police Department, all vehicles involved were traveling on I-17 southbound, also known as the Black Canyon Freeway, near the Glendale Avenue off-ramp when the accident occurred. Police officials say that at least two vehicles collided in the left lanes of the highway. Officers were dispatched to the scene shortly after t...

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10 Surprising Slip and Fall Accident Facts

December 16, 2020

Anyone can trip or slip and fall and sustain moderate to severe injuries. In some cases, slip and fall accidents in Arizona can also be fatal. If you are relatively young and healthy, you probably don’t think that slip and fall accidents are such a serious threat. For the young and healthy it is true, these individuals have an easier time recovering from some slip and fall accidents but that doesn’t mean that a slip and fall accident can’t have the potential to be catastrophic to life-altering. Every...

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Do Large Truck Accidents Result in High Settlement Amounts?

November 7, 2020

The average large truck accident settlement in Arizona has the potential to be very high because of the massive amount of damage and destruction these vehicles inflict on smaller vehicles and their occupants. When victims in smaller vehicles have to endure a crash with a big rig, the risk for catastrophic injury as well as death increases substantially. With the right legal representation, victims of devastating accidents can obtain large settlement amounts that align closely with the significant damages su...

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Tucson, AZ – Injurious Crash Reported on I-10 Near I-8 & Picacho

May 24, 2020

Tucson, AZ (May 23, 2020) – A crash on Saturday night closed the left westbound lanes of Interstate 10 near Interstate 8 and Picacho Peak and resulted in at least one injury. The crash was reported just before 11:00 p.m., per information from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. A spokesperson with the department’s duty office stated that multiple vehicles were involved in the crash. At least one person had to be treated by paramedics at the scene of the wreck, though their current condition is u...

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Phoenix, AZ – 3-Car Wreck Causes Injuries on I-10 at Deck Park Tunnel

January 14, 2020

Phoenix, AZ (January 13, 2020) – Deputies from the Phoenix Police Department, as well as paramedics and local fire rescue units, responded to a three-car accident at the Deck Park Tunnel on Monday evening. Officials say the multi-vehicle crash happened on Interstate 10 eastbound around 8:00 p.m. The two vehicles involved were traveling in the center lanes of I-10 at the end of the tunnel when they collided. Both vehicles sustained severe damage.  Ambulances were on the scene and transported at least one ...

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Things To Avoid After Being In A Car Accident

November 5, 2019

According to the Association For Safe International Road Travel, 2.35 million people are injured each year in the United States. Furthermore, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that 36,560 people died in automobile accidents last year. Car accidents occur too frequently across the United States and it is important to be aware of things you should avoid after being involved in a car accident. You don’t want anyone taking advantage of you while you are vulnerable. Below are some rem...

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