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In addition to a negligent party’s insurance, an auto accident injury victim may have coverage of which they are not aware. This is called uninsured motorist coverage, and this coverage pays out when there is an accident involving the insured in which the other party does not have insurance. Many times, an injury victim in Chandler, Arizona is afraid to file under uninsured motorist coverage because they do not know their rights in such cases.

Arizona law does not allow the insurance company to raise people’s insurance rates if they claim under their uninsured motorist coverage. Filing an uninsured motorist claim, known also as a UM claim, is the best way to protect your rights if the responsible party does not have insurance. The reason uninsured motorist coverage exists is to protect you in the event you are seriously hurt in a car accident in which the responsible party does not have insurance.

As Phoenix personal injury attorneys, we often explain that the law requires that everyone carry liability coverage. If someone were at fault in an accident, that person’s liability coverage will pay damages for those injured due to the driver’s negligence. Yet uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage (UM and UIM) will protect those hurt due to someone else’s negligence in a motor vehicle accident when the at fault driver either has no insurance or does not have enough insurance to cover all damages. Not to pursue either uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage after a serious Arizona car accident would make very little sense in such cases.

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Nursing home neglect or abuse comes in many forms. Sometimes nursing home neglect in Arizona can occur simply because caregivers fail to ensure that residents are protected against any injuries that they may cause themselves. For example, if a person were to fall out of a wheelchair because he or she was not properly secured, this would be construed as nursing home neglect.

Yet other times neglect goes beyond a simple mistake such as this and may become outright abuse. Physical injuries such as bruising, broken bones, cuts, swelling, and other injuries are indicative of truly abusive conduct by caregivers in a nursing home facility.

Emotional and psychological abuse by caregivers, while more difficult to prove, may also play a factor along with physical signs of abuse or neglect. A loved one’s sudden change in behavior may indicate such abuse. Unusual patterns of behavior such as sudden frustration, anxiety, feelings of guilt, or depression can also indicate that abuse or neglect may be happening at the facility in which he or she resides.

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Scottsdale is a prominent and popular city in Arizona with approximately 235,371 residents. Bordered by Phoenix and situated in Maricopa County’s eastern area, Scottsdale is widely known for its valuable real estate, pleasant sunny weather, and highly diverse culture. Often described as “a desert version of Miami’s South Beach,” Scottsdale attracts several motorcyclists who enjoy taking to the city’s scenic roads. However, motorcycle accidents have been known to occur in Scottsdale due to negligent drivers, defective motorcycle or auto parts, dangerous road conditions, or for many other reasons.

No matter what the cause of a Scottsdale motorcycle crash, a motorcyclist may suffer serious injuries due to being more exposed to the road and surrounding objects than those occupying a passenger vehicle or truck. When a motorcyclist is harmed physically, emotionally, and financially due to being injured in an accident, he or she may seek monetary restitution to help cover such damages. An experienced Scottsdale motorcycle accident attorney may be able to assist an injured motorcyclist in obtaining compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, and earnings lost.

As one of the most catastrophic injuries a motorcyclist may suffer, traumatic brain injury (TBI) can occur even when a motorcyclist is wearing a helmet. The severity of a brain injury in a motorcycle accident in Scottsdale is typically affected by the size of the vehicle involved and its rate of speed. If a brain injury is brought about by another motorist’s negligence, an injured motorcyclist may hold them legally responsible. Brain injury may impose long-lasting consequences upon an injured individual and their family, which is why seeking compensation can be financially beneficial for the injured party. Such instances may also help prevent similar accidents to take place in the future if motorists realize there are harsh repercussions for driving negligently.

Mark and Alexis Breyer’s husband and wife law team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. have worked meticulously to help their clients with getting the best possible compensation for their brain injury or motorcycle accident. Considering the many years of experience Breyer Law has working with local courts and judges in the East Valley area and throughout the State of Arizona, their clients are given the quality representation and counsel that they need. Call Breyer Law today at 480-753-4534 for a no-obligation, free consultation of your Scottsdale brain injury or motorcycle accident case.

The answer to this question is almost always no. A settlement is a one time thing in nearly every Arizona personal injury case. The insurance company has an obligation to the people it insures, and someone who causes a serious accident that results in an injury does not want to get sued by the same person for the same accident. They want their insurance company to make sure that it pays all the money that is owed to the injured party so that there is no recourse against them later.

Consider this, if you were in an accident that you caused and had insurance to protect against such an eventuality, you would expect your insurance company to do everything possible so that you would be protected. You would not want to owe anything more to the injured party, as you would expect your insurance to take care of it, as that is what insurance does. It would not make sense if the insurance company paid out the injured party everything they wanted and then left you in a position in which you could still be sued for more money. In such a case, you would have a very valid disagreement with the insurance company, as the insurance company would not be doing the job for which you paid it. Insurance in cases like these is to protect a negligent party from financial loss.

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Many car accidents in and around Chandler, Arizona unfortunately involve people who were responsible for the accident but do not have any insurance. This can be a frustrating scenario for someone who has been seriously injured in such a car accident for which he or she was not responsible. Though there is no easy solution for such a problem, finding a skilled auto accident attorney in Chandler can make things considerably easier.

Firstly, just because a driver did not have insurance does not mean there is no insurance claim. There is always a chance that the driver lied about the availability of insurance for the car accident claim. As experienced personal injury attorneys, we have seen cases in which our investigation uncovered insurance that could help our client pay for medical expenses, lost income, and other compensation for injury incurred from the accident.

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Peoria is a distinctive city in Arizona and is part of both Yavapai and Maricopa counties. As the ninth largest city in the state of Arizona, Peoria has an estimated population of 157,960. Situated mainly in Maricopa County, Peoria is a main suburb of Phoenix and is the fourth largest city relative to land area. Money Magazine included Peoria in its 2008 list of the “Top 100 Places to Live.” Considering Peoria’s growing popularity and its often congested roads, motorcycle accidents may occur and result in severe injuries.

Whether a motorcycle accident in Peoria is caused by a negligent driver, dangerous roadway, or defective motorcycle or auto part, motorcyclists are susceptible to suffering catastrophic injuries. When an individual endures tremendous physical, emotional and financial struggles due to another person’s negligence, the injured victim may seek compensation to help cover such damages. A skilled Peoria motorcycle accident lawyer may be able to help an injured motorcyclist obtain recompense for pain and suffering, property damage, loss of past and future wages, and medical bills.

Brain injury is a serious consequence of a motorcycle crash. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) may even come about if a motorcyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. This serious injury can have long-lasting effects on a person’s life. Although many brain injury victims experience a successful recovery, others may require long-term treatment or 24-hour care for their entire lives. If a brain injury is caused by another person’s negligence, an injured individual may seek compensation to assist with the financial expenses associated with their injury and suffering.

At Breyer Law Offices, P.C., Mark and Alexis Breyer’s husband and wife law team have worked diligently to help their clients with obtaining the best possible compensation for their motorcycle accident or brain injury. With their strong familiarity with local courts and judges in the East Valley area and throughout the State of Arizona, Breyer Law provides their clients the counsel and representation they require to be successful in their case. For a free, no-obligation consultation of your Peoria motorcycle accident or brain injury case, call Breyer Law today at 623-930-8064.

As a victim of a personal injury, the insurance company will not be on your side. It is not their job to be on your side and, in fact, the insurance company has an obligation to not be on the side of any personal injury victim. This stems from the fact that most insurance companies are publicly traded, and are obligated to make a profit for their shareholders. Paying out huge settlements does not help an insurance company’s profit margin, so they will try to do everything possible to keep from paying out large sums.

Any documentation you get from an insurance company after a Chandler car accident is almost certainly not for the benefit of you as a personal injury victim nor will these forms protect your personal injury claim. Now, this does not mean the insurance company is diabolical, and neither does it mean that the documents cannot be filled out at some point. Yet because the insurance company will not be on your side, any documents you get from them should be looked at by a top Chandler car accident attorney. Not consulting with a Chandler personal injury lawyer before filling out such forms can be a big mistake.

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There are a number of laws and court rules that affect Arizona personal injury cases and which impact on everything that must be done in order to file a Chandler car accident claim. As experienced Chandler car accident attorneys, we do understand that the priority after any serious vehicle accident lies with the person who was injured. There are certainly much more urgent concerns than dealing with the mundane legal issues immediately after a Chandler car accident that results in a wrongful death.

Yet the reality in any Arizona civil suit filed in a Maricopa County court is that these cases are governed by the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure. These guidelines on civil procedure dictate how complaints must be filed, how they should be served, to whom the complaint ought to be served, what information must be supplied by defendants and insurance companies, what information injured parties are supposed to provide to the defense, etc.

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Arizona law attempts to even things up by stating that the person who caused an accident must compensate a person for the pain that they suffered. This also includes frustration, anxiety, the inability to do regular daily activities, incapability of participating in recreational activities, lack of sleep due to pain, and the lack of ability to walk long distances or sit for long periods because of the pain resulting from the injury. We could continue with this list, but the point we are trying to make is clear. A victim of an accident that was not his or her fault has the right to full and fair compensation under the law. This does include pain, but it also includes every other aspect of the person’s life that is affected by this pain.

It is never easy to put an exact dollar figure on these sorts of damages. There is no simple formula for the amount that can be legally recovered. As personal injury Phoenix lawyers, we have heard too often that other personal injury law firms tell people that their accident claim is worth three times what the medical bills cost. This is not true in most cases.

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Chandler is a popular suburb located in the Phoenix, Arizona region. With an estimated population of 247,140, Chandler is one of the Valley’s most thriving cities. Chandler is situated in Maricopa County and is bordered by Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert, Phoenix, and the Gila River Indian Community. Visitors are drawn to Chandler for its lovely landscape and diverse community, which are only a few of the many reasons why families decide to call Chandler home.

Whether a person is a resident or just passing through, many motorcyclists take to Chandler’s roadways. However, it is an unfortunate reality that motorcycle accidents in Chandler take place from time to time in which brain injury may be a serious result. Being injured in a Chandler motorcycle accident can be an overwhelming experience that may impose tremendous physical, emotional, and financial challenges. When motorcycle crashes are caused by another driver’s negligence, an injured victim may seek legal assistance from an experienced Chandler motorcycle accident lawyer.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is unfortunately a common injury caused by a motorcycle accident. Due to a motorcyclist’s heightened exposure to the impact of the road and surrounding objects, riders risk enduring catastrophic injuries even if he or she is wearing a helmet. If a brain injury incident or motorcycle accident is brought about by another person’s negligence, an injured individual may obtain monetary compensation to help pay for medical treatment and long-term care.

At Breyer Law Offices, P.C. our skilled Husband and Wife Law Team have dedicated many years to helping our clients with obtaining the best possible restitution for their motorcycle accident or brain injury. Mark and Alexis Breyer have a strong familiarity with local courts and judges in the East Valley area and throughout the State of Arizona. Contact Breyer Law Offices, P.C. today for a free, no-obligation consultation of your Chandler motorcycle accident or brain injury case today.

Many people cause Chandler car accidents by talking on their cell phones while driving. Sending text messages while driving also greatly increases the risk of an accident that will result in serious injuries to others. This is one of the more obvious forms of negligence, but not paying attention to the road while driving can and does lead to tragic consequences. It is important to pay attention to the road while driving, as distractions too often lead to accidents that result in serious injuries or even death.

Too many times people who have suffered a serious injury in a Chandler car crash suspect that the other driver was talking on his or her cell phone at the time and was therefore not paying attention to the road. The injured person may suspect or even have specific evidence that the driver was sending text messages at the time of the accident. In cases like these where negligence seems clearly apparent, some people may wonder whether it is important to hire a Chandler personal injury lawyer when involved in a car accident where the other driver was not paying attention to the road, either because he or she was sending text messages or talking on the cell phone. There are a number of complexities involved in filing a personal injury claim, so in most cases it is usually best to have a qualified personal injury attorney on your side.

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One of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents is when a car turns left in front of a motorcycle. This documentation comes straight from a Harley Davidson owner’s manual, which references this inattention on the part of a driver when turning left as being one of the most common types of accidents for motorcyclists. As experienced Arizona personal injury attorneys, we have seen similar accidents resulting in serious injury for the motorcycle rider occur repeatedly. Drivers of cars for some reason simply fail to recognize that they must look for and yield to oncoming motorcycles as well as other oncoming vehicles when turning left.

A common defense in these types of accidents for many negligent drivers and, we might add, their insurance companies, is that the motorcyclist was speeding. They may even admit that they did not see the motorcyclist, but in their mind the accident occurred not because they failed to see the motorcycle, but rather because the motorcycle was going too fast.

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