Arizona Accident Lawyer Blog

As car accident attorneys, we hate hearing about any accidents, especially those involving children. On January 15 at 11:30 a.m., a restored pickup truck hit an SUV containing a father and two children near Cooper and Riggs, according to Fox 10. Two people were ejected during the crash. A 7-year-old was taken to the hospital with injuries along with three or four adults. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and we wish them a quick recovery.

Possible Causes of the Accident

This auto accident could have been caused by alcohol. Police are still investigating to determine whether alcohol played a role. It could also have been caused by a distracted driver or one who failed to yield and turned in front of the oncoming car. Whatever the cause, this crash deserves professional investigation to determine the facts.

Chandler Car Accident Statistics

Chandler car accidents in 2010 totaled 3,515, with eight killed and 1,404 injured, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). Alcohol was involved in 193 crashes, causing five deaths and 106 injuries. In the state of Arizona in 2010, 14 children under the age of 10 were killed in crashes while 2,139 were injured. Pickup trucks were involved in crashes that killed 74 people and injured 4,878, while passenger cars were involved in crashes that killed 120 people and injured 17,903.

Contact a Chandler Personal Injury Attorney

As Chandler personal injury attorneys, we know how important it is to thoroughly investigate car accidents to determine how they happened and who was at fault. With this information, the Husband and Wife Law Team will talk to witnesses, investigate insurance coverage, and aim to obtain the best settlement to cover all medical expenses, lost wages, damages, and more. We investigate by interviewing witnesses, talking to police, and investigating the scene. While our clients recover, we do all the necessary legal work. Contact Breyer Law Offices, P.C. for your no-obligation free consultation. If we do not win a settlement, there is no legal fee at all.

As Phoenix auto accident attorneys, we were surprised to learn about yet another crash that occurred on Tuesday morning, January 10, 2012. According to a news report published in Fox 10, the 17-year-old driver lost control of his SUV, hit a curb and crashed, causing the SUV to roll over. Police have ruled out impairment. Luckily, the teen suffered only minor injuries. We wish him a full and quick recovery.

Causes of This Phoenix Auto Accident

This Phoenix auto accident occurred when the teenage driver lost control and hit a curb. Police still aren’t sure what caused him to lose control. In many cases, we see Arizona rollover auto accidents caused by other cars that swerve toward or sideswipe the car that ends up rolling. We also see faulty repairs that are to blame, such as poorly inflated or improperly installed tires, faulty steering mechanisms, fluids that aren’t filled correctly, and more. There may also have been debris in the road that caused the driver to swerve toward the curb. An unsafe lane change by another vehicle often causes a driver to auto correct and roll over as well.

Phoenix Auto Accident Statistics with Rollovers

As auto accident injury lawyers, we were happy to learn that 2009 marked the lowest number of accidents in 20 years. There were 22,713 accidents in the city that year, according to AZ Central. In 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), there were 29,062, so unfortunately, that number rose from the record low. Sideswipe accidents accounted for nearly 15,000 accidents.

Contact a Phoenix Personal Injury Attorney

It takes an experienced Phoenix personal injury attorney to investigate rollover accidents like this one to determine exactly what happened. The Husband and Wife Law Team at the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. would investigate to see if there was anyone else involved who may have caused the rollover. With that information uncovered, we hold the at-fault party liable for the injuries and damages that were caused, and we seek to obtain compensation from those individuals. Our clients can use this money to pay hospital bills, reimbursement for lost wages, future medical expenses, and more. For your free consultation with our office, give us a call now.

As Arizona personal injury attorneys, we were shocked to hear that the impact of a recent car accident was powerful enough to bring down a traffic light at the intersection of Speedway and Silverbell, according to KVOA News 4. Two cars were involved in the accident, smashing the front ends of both of them. We wish everyone involved a quick recovery from their injuries.

What Caused this Tucson Car Accident?

It appears that wet road conditions could have played a role in this Tucson car accident. It also appears that one of the cars was attempting to turn left and may have failed to yield to oncoming cars. The at-fault driver could have been distracted or impaired. The two cars involved in the car accident hit nearly head on. Police are still investigating this car accident.

Tucson Car Accident Statistics

There were 9,720 Tucson car accidents in 2010. These car accidents resulted in 54 deaths and 5,315 injuries, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

Arizona Car Accident Law

According to Arizona law, specifically ARS 28-772, a driver turning left must yield the right-of-way to the vehicles that are approaching in the opposite direction.

How a Tucson Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

When Tucson car accidents like this happen, it takes an experienced Tucson personal injury attorney to investigate the cause and determine who was at fault. The Husband and Wife Law Team interviews witnesses, studies police reports, and examines the scene where the car accident occurred to determine exactly who was at fault. We then work to hold the at-fault driver responsible for the medical expenses and damages that the other driver caused in the accident. For a free consultation call us today so that we can answer all your questions.

As Arizona Freeway accident attorneys, we were happy to hear that an Arizona State University student was safe after spending 10 days stranded in her car on a freeway in Arizona. The 23-year-old student became stranded after driving through a blizzard, and she survived on two candy bars and melted snow to drink. Forest Service workers found her on accident, according to KSAZ-TV. It has been said that the freeway had a design defect that lended itself to a dangerous condition, and that people would not know that it was dangerous to travel down a section of the freeway. The girl travelled down that section and then was stranded.

Tips on Surviving a Freeway Accident That Leaves You Stranded

As Phoenix freeway accident attorneys, we have not seen an accident like this before. Of course, we see many types of Arizona freeway car accidents. This type of accident is very unique. That being said, we do see many cars stranded.

Some tips on freeway driving is to make sure your car is in good working condition and that you have more than half a tank of gas at all times. According to a survival expert who spoke to Fox 10, some things to take with you include: blankets, extra food, a lighter, and anything else you can think of, including water. He also said it is important to stay in the car so you don’t expose yourself to the elements: keeping warm is key. Finally, it is very important to make your whereabouts known however possible. You can draw a big “X” in the snow, mark it with cones or flags, or set one up with twigs or pinecones. The more visible you make yourself and your car, the better. Of course, it is important to have a working cell phone, but they don’t always work in all areas.

Contact a Phoenix Hazardous Roadways Lawyer

In some cases, people get stranded because their cars were not repaired properly by mechanics. In other cases, such as this one, the road design is confusing and lends itself to people being stranded in dangerous road areas. As Phoenix hazardous roadways lawyers, we want to let people know that it is not always there fault when incidents like these happen. Many times, the city may be responsible for poor warning signs or dangerous roadway designs. For more information on a personal injury claim like this one, call the Husband and Wife Law Team for your free consultation.

The law team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. was extremely disappointed to hear that yet another driver has fled the scene of a pedestrian accident in Phoenix. The woman who was hit was crossing the road near 19th Avenue and Camelback Road on December 22. The driver left her lying across the light-rail tracks after hitting her. Our thoughts and prayers are with her, and we wish her a fast recovery.

People who leave the scene of car accidents should question their actions and turn themselves in to the police. For families of injured victims, and even more so for families of loved ones who are killed in hit and run car accidents, knowing the facts surrounding an accident is important. When drivers leave the scene, it makes it that much harder for families and loved ones of innocent victims. No one should ever be the victim of a hit and run car accident.

Causes of This Phoenix Hit and Run Accident

According to a news report in AZ Central, this Phoenix pedestrian accident happened at night when visibility was poor. The woman crossed outside of a designated crosswalk. When the car hit her, the driver apparently kept going and fled the scene. The pedestrian was intoxicated. That being said, this woman most likely has a personal injury claim against the driver. Whether pedestrians are intoxicated or not in the cross walk does not always determine whether or not they have a valid personal injury claim, especially when the driver flees the scene of the car accident.

How Can a Phoenix Personal Injury Attorney Help?

It would take an experienced Phoenix hit and run attorney to investigate this accident. Some victims think they have no legal rights if they cross outside of a designated crosswalk or are intoxicated, but that is not always true, especially as stated above, when the driver has broken the law by fleeing the scene. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. would have to thoroughly investigate by reviewing police reports, interviewing witnesses, and more. The team would work to obtain a settlement from the at-fault driver to pay for the medical expenses, hospital stay, and more. Contact us for a free initial consultation.

As Sahuarita car accident lawyers, we never like to hear about fatal car accidents. It is especially saddening to learn about a 16-month-old child who died in a fatal Sahuarita car accident on November 27, according to a news report in the Sahuarita Sun. While he survived on life support for a few days, he was taken off on November 30. The family chose to donate the child’s organs to help others. The car accident involved a rollover and hit-and-run incident that also left the child’s father hospitalized with serious injuries. Our thoughts and prayers are with this family during this difficult time. This is truly a tragic accident.

Causes of This Sahuarita Car Accident

This Sahuarita car accident occurred on Interstate 19 near Pima Mine Road at 6 p.m. after another vehicle side-swiped the truck that the family was riding in. The truck swerved into the median and rolled several times. The driver of the other vehicle fled the scene, but was later arrested and charged with a Class 3 felony for the hit-and-run. According to the news report, the family faces high medical bills and is uninsured. The injured father also has a previous injury that limits the use of one arm.

Sahuarita Car Accident Statistics

There were three people involved in fatal car accidents in Sahuarita during 2009, and one person was killed, according to City-Data.com. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), there were more than 100,000 car accidents in Arizona in 2010.

Contact a Sahuarita Wrongful Death Attorney

An experienced Arizona auto accident attorney can make sure the surviving victim of this car accident receives the best possible medical care. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. would collect evidence from police reports and witnesses to hold the at-fault driver responsible for the funeral expenses, medical bills, lost future wages, and other damages that the family incurred. Contact us today for a free consultation.

As Eloy car accident attorneys, we were saddened to hear of the death of one 16-year-old girl when the car she was riding in rolled over several times. According to a news report in Fox 10, the girl was ejected from the pickup truck and died at the scene on December 6, 2011. The car accident happened at 10 p.m. Two other people in the car, including the 18-year-old male driver and an 18-year-old female passenger, were transported to Phoenix hospitals for their injuries. Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the teenager, and we wish the injured a quick recovery.

Causes of This Eloy Car Accident

The driver of the vehicle told police that he swerved and lost control of his vehicle when he tried to avoid debris in the road. As Eloy car accident attorneys, we often see car accidents, especially rollover accidents, that are caused by debris in the road. However, according to police, alcohol and drugs could have played a role in the car accident.

Eloy Car Accident Statistics

There were four fatal car accidents in Eloy in 2008 and four people died, according to City-Data.com. Drunk drivers caused one of these fatal accidents. Thirteen people were involved in fatal Eloy car accidents in total.

How an Eloy Auto Accident Wrongful Death Attorney Can Help

As Eloy auto accident wrongful death attorneys, we talk to many families who believe that because their children chose to ride in a car with another individual, they have given up all their rights. This is not the case. The Husband and Wife Law Team at the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. talks to witnesses and reviews police reports to rebuild what happened during the car accident. We are available to answer any and all legal questions. For a free consultation, call our office today.

As Tucson hit-and-run accident lawyers, we were shocked to hear that a driver hit not one but two motorcycle officers on January 4 after being pulled over for a routine traffic stop. According to a news report in the Arizona Daily Star, the driver pulled behind one motorcycle officer who was conducting another traffic stop. Once at a stop, the driver backed up to hit the officer behind him, then pulled forward to hit the other one, leaving them both with injuries.

The incident occurred at 9:30 a.m. near the South Palo Verde Road bridge at 36th Street. The driver then fled to some nearby apartment buildings, got out of the car, and disappeared on foot. He has yet to be apprehended, but police describe him as a male in his 20’s wearing a red and white baseball cap and dark colored hooded jacket. Anyone with information is asked to call 88-CRIME.

Tucson Hit-and-Run Accident Statistics

There were 9,720 car accidents in Tucson during 2010 that resulted in 54 deaths and 5,315 injuries. In total in Arizona, there were 11,388 hit-and-run accidents that led to 44 deaths and 3,150 injuries, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT).

Avoiding Tucson Hit-and-Run Accidents

Unfortunately, there are very few ways to avoid hit-and-run accidents. Our best advice is to always be aware of your surroundings and try to prevent them before they happen. In some cases, other drivers can act as witnesses and record the license plate numbers of anyone trying to flee the scene, which is illegal and can result in large fines as well as jail time in Arizona.

Contact a Tucson Personal Injury Attorney

An experienced personal injury attorney can investigate hit-and-run accidents to try to find the suspect. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. works closely with police, talks to witnesses, and reviews any accident footage that may be captured by nearby surveillance cameras to uncover the facts. When a person is hurt while working, such as these police officers, it is important to know that the statute of limitations is usually much less time than if you were injured and not working at the time of the accident. For a free consultation, call us today.

As Tempe car accident attorneys, we were shocked to hear about 12 cars involved in a pileup on U.S. 60 west of Mill Avenue on Friday morning, January 6, 2012. The accident closed two lanes and traffic was being diverted through Superstition Freeway at Priest. Three people were injured in the pileup, which took hours to clear up. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims at this time, and we wish them a full recovery.

Causes of This Tempe Car Accident

Police are still investigating this 12-car pileup. However, as car accident lawyers in Tempe, we know that pileups like this are often caused by tailgating drivers, sideswipe accidents that cause a chain reaction, debris in the road, distracted drivers, and more. When they happen on freeways, many times there is a chain reaction because everyone is traveling at a high rate of speed and there is often a lot of traffic. That’s likely the reason so many cars were involved.

Tempe Car Accident Statistics

There were 6,658 Tempe car accidents in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), which resulted in 12 deaths and 2,680 injuries.

Here are some more statistics for the state of Arizona in 2010:

• Rear-end collisions accounted for 40,371 crashes, 54 deaths, and 12,058 injuries;
• Sideswipes caused nearly 15,000 accidents, 25 fatal accidents, and more than 2,000 injury accidents;
• Speeding drivers caused about 35,000 crashes;
• Drivers who were following too closely caused 5,520 incidents;
• Unsafe lane changes accounted for 5,987 collisions; and
• Inattention and distraction resulted in 12,026 crashes, 27 fatalities, and 3,280 accidents with injuries.

Contact a Tempe Car Accident Lawyer

Victims of multi-car pileups deserve the best Tempe car accident lawyers because of the level of investigation it will require to figure out exactly what happened. In cases like these, there is also likely to be a limited amount of insurance compared to the number of people who were injured in the accident. The Husband and Wife Law Team at the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. has years of experience working with victims of Tempe car accidents. We gather facts and use them to hold at-fault parties responsible. While our clients recover from their injuries, we represent them in court and obtain settlements to cover their accident-related expenses and more.

As Scottsdale car accident attorneys, we are interested to hear what the city will decide regarding a proposed roundabout at Northsight Boulevard and Hayden Road. Some have called the roundabout a safer and faster alternative for drivers, according to AZ Central. However, some residents do not want the roundabout because they feel it is difficult to navigate and will result in a negative impact on businesses. They favor a stoplight instead, saying the intersection is too close to major thoroughfares and would be better in a place with less traffic.

Scottsdale Car Accident Statistics

There were more than 3,500 Scottsdale car accidents in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). In Arizona, 13,643 crashes occurred because one driver failed to yield the right of way, 4,910 occurred because a driver disregarded a traffic signal, and 3,067 occurred because a driver failed to stay in the proper lane.

Scottsdale Car Accidents: Roundabout Safety Studies

According to the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), roundabouts can significantly improve traffic flow and safety. According to their studies, roundabouts have reduced car accidents by up to 40 percent, and crashes involving injuries have been reduced by about 80 percent. Because the roundabout improves traffic flow, they also cut down on delays, fuel usage, and pollution. The study shows that they can also reduce the likelihood of rear-end crashes, as well as crashes at high speeds. The most common types of accidents seen with traffic lights are right-angle, left-turn, and head-on collisions, all of which are reduced with the installment of a roundabout.

Contact a Scottsdale Car Accident Injury Attorney

As Scottsdale car accident injury attorneys, we represent people hurt in car accidents, whether they occur at roundabouts, traffic lights, or elsewhere. The Husband and Wife Law Team works to advocate for our clients and obtain settlements for them. We investigate the crash to see who was at-fault, and then pursue that person for a settlement. Contact us for a free consultation today.

As Glendale truck accident attorneys, we want to use this December 30 accident to remind drivers what to do if power lines ever come in contact with their vehicles. In this case, a dump truck became entangled in power lines near 67th Avenue and Orangewood. Luckily, the driver did the right thing and stayed inside his vehicle until crews turned off the high voltage power. Police say that he likely would have been shocked had he tried to leave his vehicle.

What to Do In Case of High Voltage

We want to make sure all drivers know what to do in the event that a power line should fall upon their cars. Although it is highly unlikely that it will ever happen, windstorms, earthquakes, and other events have been known to bring down power lines on top of cars. If this should happen to you, remain inside your car. Do not attempt to drive away or drive over any downed lines. Avoid touching metal objects inside your car, such as door handles. According to MesaAZ.gov, the official website of Mesa, Arizona, downed power lines can be deadly. The site advises drivers to assume all lines are energized and dangerous. Never touch a vehicle with power lines on it even if someone is trapped inside and call 911 immediately.

Contact a Glendale Personal Injury Attorney

The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. investigates cases in which downed power lines cause injury and work to obtain settlements from the at-fault party. This could include the power company, local government, other drivers, and more. Victims can use settlements to cover the cost of medical expenses, damages, and more. It is important to remember that in these types of injury claims specifically the statute of limitations can be just 180 days. If you do not act fast, you may lose your claim. This is not to say that you have a minimal statute of limitations, but you should talk to a lawyer to find out your legal rights and your statute of limitations so you don't miss an important deadline and lose your claim. Contact us today for a free consultation.

As Phoenix car accident attorneys, we were shocked to hear that a woman was trapped in her SUV after colliding with another car on Interstate 10 on January 2, 2012. The crash occurred near 40th Street, closing all but one lane on Interstate 10, according to Fox 10. Traffic was backed up for miles, causing extreme delays. We wish everyone who was injured a quick recovery.

Causes of This Phoenix Car Accident

As car accident lawyers in Phoenix, we know that many crashes that occur on the freeway occur because of drivers who are distracted and drivers who swerve into someone else’s lane. The crash involved two cars that were both on the same side of the freeway, indicating this was probably not a head-on collision. Instead, it was probably due to an incorrect lane change or following another car too closely, which could result in a rear-end collision. Police are still investigating.

Tips to Avoid Phoenix Car Accidents

Here are some safety tips on avoiding car accidents:

• Avoid distracted driving;
• Never drive while drowsy;
• Double and triple check that the lane is clear before making a lane change;
• Stay in your lane if you aren’t sure;
• Always drive the speed limit, unless there is a reason to drive slower;
• Never tailgate;
• Always use signals before changing lanes; and
• Use hazard lights if you have to slow down a lot and other cars are approaching quickly.

Phoenix Car Accident Statistics

In 2010 in Phoenix, there were nearly 30,000 car accidents. Here are the specifics for Arizona in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT):

• Speeding accounted for 33,939 crashes.
• Following too closely caused 5,520 crashes.
• Unsafe lane changes caused 5,987 crashes.
• Distracted drivers accounted for 12,026 crashes.

Contact a Phoenix Car Accident Attorney

The statistics of innocent people being injured are overwhelming. When you have been injured in a car accident, you want lawyers you can trust and who are on your side. Alexis and Mark Breyer are Phoenix car accident attorneys who have been helping injured victims for years. We can answer all of your legal questions. If we don't win your case, there is no fee at all. Give us a call so we can answer all of your questions.