Arizona Accident Lawyer Blog

There exists an archaic law known as the firefighter’s rule. This rule has been written out of the law in many states throughout the country. Unfortunately, this is not so with Arizona. Arizona’s legal system punishes its police officers and firefighters with unjust laws like the firefighter’s rule. The firefighter’s rule prevents police officers (or their families) from bringing a lawsuit against a person who through their negligent actions seriously injured or killed the officer while in the line of duty. This is even the case when the negligent party directly causes injury or death to a police officer or firefighter.

People like firefighters or police officers who put their lives on the line have a right to hold others whose negligent actions cause them harm accountable. At Breyer Law Offices, we have had the honor to represent a number of brave police officers. We have had to overcome efforts to dismiss their cases because of outdated legislation akin to the firefighter’s rule. We feel it is incredibly important to ensure that full and fair compensation is not denied to those who put their lives on the line for the people of Arizona each and every day. Police officers and firefighters deserve the chance to receive compensation for injuries caused while on the job.

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The town of Gilbert, Arizona is a part of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area and boasts a population of about 216,449. As a large town in Maricopa County, Gilbert was considered to be the fastest-growing area among all cities and towns in Arizona of all sizes between 1990 and 2000; coming quite a long way from being referred to as the Hay Capital of the World during the early part of the twentieth century.

As it is the case in most densely populated towns, personal injury accidents are an unfortunate reality in Gilbert and can include auto accidents, pedestrian accidents, construction accidents, slip and fall accidents, and a variety of other incidents. Fortunately, innocent personal injury victims can seek assistance from skilled Gilbert personal injury lawyers who can help them obtain compensation for their injuries. At Breyer Law Offices P.C., our knowledgeable attorneys help victims of injury as the result of an accident that was directly brought on by the negligence of another person or indirectly by someone else’s property.

Auto accidents are a common type of personal injury incidents seen in Gilbert. Although it is unnerving to know that a careless driver, a defective auto part, or a dangerous road condition may contribute to an auto collision taking place, it is important for an auto accident victim to realize that he or she may be able to hold those who were negligent legally responsible.

Whether an auto accident in Gilbert involves a motorcycle, truck, bike, or bus, the experienced Gilbert auto accident attorneys at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. can help you receive the compensation you need to help pay for hospital treatment, medical bills, pain and suffering, and loss of wages. For a free and confidential evaluation of your Gilbert personal injury or auto accident case, call Breyer Law Offices, P.C. at 602-978-6400 today.

Car accident lawyers in Arizona settle claims for personal injuries frequently. Even the best Arizona injury attorneys do not settle a claim by making only one phone call. The perception by some that a personal injury case can just be settled over the phone with an insurance company or insurance adjuster conflicts with the realities and complexities of even the simplest of Arizona injury claims. Car accident cases are usually only settled after painstaking and methodical development of every element of the claim by diligent injury lawyers and their legal teams.

Now, there may be some accident lawyers who will try to settle the case with a single phone call, but this almost always means that they are not getting the full compensation that their clients deserve. Personal injury cases are only settled once, and an injury victim does not get a second chance if he or she has accepted a settlement. It is actually a great disservice for an injury attorney to settle a case for less than the full value of the claim. The injured person often has to deal with serious injuries that change all aspects of that person’s life.

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Too many times, people who are just walking along on our sidewalks or crossing our streets are injured severely just because someone driving a car was not paying attention. Arizona Revised Statutes ARS 28 791 and ARS 28 792 both deal with pedestrians in a crosswalk. Those who cross a street somewhere other than a crosswalk are discussed in Arizona Revised Statute ARS 28 793. It should be noted, however, that Arizona Revised Statute ARS 28 794 requires drivers of motor vehicles to exercise due care.

Too often a pedestrian that is injured seriously needs to overcome an initial reaction that blames the person who was walking, even in cases where the driver of the vehicle may have been negligent.

As a seriously injured accident victim in Mesa must first prove his or her personal injury case, it is often a vital first step to find a top injury lawyer in the greater Phoenix metro. An experienced Mesa car accident attorney can help a pedestrian injured by a vehicle decide on the best course of action for a claim.

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Many residents of Chandler, Arizona think that the best personal injury attorneys in Arizona just refuse to answer this simple question that anyone considering a personal injury claim wants to know. The reality is that this is not really a simple question that can be easily answered. The value of any Arizona personal injury case depends on what an Arizona jury might do with the case. Most cases, however, do not go to trial. In most cases, seriously injured people will make an insurance claim and this claim will be settled before the case ever goes before a jury. Despite this, a personal injury claim is settled by what a jury is likely to do. Simply put, if an Arizona jury would likely grant a million dollars in the personal injury claim, that claim has a fair settlement value of one million dollars. And if a jury would like grant one hundred dollars, it has a fair settlement value of one hundred dollars.

Juries will consider a number of various factors about what a fair and reasonable verdict would be in any given personal injury lawsuit. The severity of the injury is not the only element that juries consider, though this is certainly a significant factor. The medical expenses count as well, though this is only a part of the equation. It is not even about lost income from missed work, pain and suffering, or loss of enjoyment of life. Rather, it is all of these factors that a jury must keep in mind. An experienced Arizona car accident lawyer will need to consider any case very seriously before being able to offer an honest and full assessment of the settlement value of the claim.

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Despite having knowledgeable and experienced paralegals as a part of our legal team, we firmly believe that our clients should always have access to an attorney. We take great pride in the paralegals that we hire and train. They are expert paralegals and we understand how important their role is in helping our clients. Regardless of how good a paralegal is, a paralegal cannot take the place of a lawyer in court. A paralegal cannot try a case and most paralegals have never been through law school. Because of this, even the best paralegals that operate in the field of personal injury and wrongful death law are limited in what they can do as well as the types of questions they can answer.

We make no bones about our paralegals at Breyer Law Offices. They are excellent. They are capable of answering many of our clients questions and helping them through the process of a personal injury claim. We do not just walk away, however, after assigning a paralegal to a client. We understand that our clients have retained the husband and wife law team of Mark and Alexis Breyer, and we know it is our expertise as personal injury attorneys in Arizona that our clients depend upon.

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Often referred to as “The Old Pueblo”, the city of Tucson’s progression to being the second largest city in Arizona and the largest city in southern Arizona can be attributed to its intriguing scenic surroundings as well as its flourishing culture and appreciation for the arts. Tucson is located in Pima County and had an estimated population in 2006 of 525,529 and had a metropolitan area population of 1,023,320 in 2008.

Uniquely, many large freeway systems that pass through cities with such a vast population do not apply to Tucson; however, Interstates 10 and 19 due occupy its metropolitan area. Nevertheless, due to dangerous road conditions, distracted and negligent drivers, and for other reasons, Tucson has its share of auto accidents in which victims who are injured as a result of another driver’s negligence would be well-advised to seek legal advice and representation from a skilled Tucson auto accident lawyer.

Personal injury affects anyone who suffers catastrophic injury due to another person’s careless actions. In such cases, whether it is an auto accident, construction accident, slip and fall accident, motorcycle accident, or another serious incident, those who are responsible for causing such afflicting circumstances should be held legally accountable for his or her negligent actions.

The experienced Tucson auto accident and personal injury attorneys at Breyer Law Offices, P.C., have the knowledge and skill to handle a broad range of cases and may be able to help you receive compensation for pain and suffering, loss of wages, and steep medical expenses associated with your injury that was caused by another person’s negligence. Call Breyer Law Offices, P.C. today at 623-930-8064 for a free consultation of your auto accident or personal injury case.

Too many times, people who are just walking along on our sidewalks or crossing our streets are injured severely just because someone driving a car was not paying attention. Arizona Revised Statutes ARS 28 791 and ARS 28 792 both deal with pedestrians in a crosswalk. Those who cross a street somewhere other than a crosswalk are discussed in Arizona Revised Statute ARS 28 793. It should be noted, however, that Arizona Revised Statute ARS 28 794 requires drivers of motor vehicles to exercise due care.

Too often a pedestrian that is injured seriously needs to overcome an initial reaction that blames the person who was walking, even in cases where the driver of the vehicle may have been negligent.

As a seriously injured accident victim in Mesa must first prove his or her personal injury case, it is often a vital first step to find a top injury lawyer in the greater Phoenix metro. An experienced Mesa car accident attorney can help a pedestrian injured by a vehicle decide on the best course of action for a claim.

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As one of Arizona’s most popular tourist destinations and a much desired city to live in, Scottsdale had an estimated population of 235,371 in July 2008. Scottsdale is bordered by Phoenix and located in the eastern area of Maricopa County. Known for its valuable real estate market, lovely sunny weather, and diverse culture, Scottsdale has been described as “a desert version of Miami’s South Beach.”

Residents and visitors alike traverse along Scottsdale’s accessible freeway contact to SR 101, which makes it easy to get from one major part of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area to the next. Unfortunately, with such an abundance of people on the road, auto accidents are prone to occur in which those who have been injured by a negligent driver may wish to seek legal counsel from an experienced Scottsdale car accident attorney.

Whether an auto accident involved a truck, motorcycle, bus, pedestrian, or car, these incidents can have many catastrophic consequences capable of altering a person’s life forever. Injuries sustained from auto accidents can result in multiple surgeries, physical therapy, steep medical and hospital bills, pain and suffering, loss of wages, and much more. When these factors are brought on by an auto accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, injured victims may be able to hold careless drivers liable for the injuries and other damages he or she caused.

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Typically, this significant decision rests with the insurance company. They will usually make this choice based on cost – whether it costs less to replace the vehicle or less to repair the vehicle.

If it’s less expensive to replace the car, your insurance company will declare your vehicle a “total loss” and will purchase your vehicle for its market value. There are several sources that can be used to estimate the "fair market value" or the "actual cash value" of your car. One widely used source is the Kelley Blue Book. You can also use your local newspaper or the Auto Trader, which may list the sale prices of vehicles of a similar make, model and year as yours. In certain cases, an expert appraiser may be brought in by the insurance company to more accurately assess the value of your vehicle.

Whatever source is used, you are entitled to recover the fair market value of your vehicle as it was immediately before the auto accident. You will then receive a settlement check, which you can use to purchase a new vehicle or pay off the wrecked vehicle’s loan.

However, if you wish to keep the wrecked vehicle, you may purchase it back from the insurance company for its salvage value. The insurance adjuster will then deduct the salvage value from your settlement amount.

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Insurance coverage and laws are complicated – and trying to explain it all would fill many volumes. To make things a little easier for you, though, we’ve broken down and explained the most typical types of insurance coverage categories below.

Insurance Categories
When a person who is injured in an automobile accident seeks assistance from an attorney, one of the very first things a skilled legal professional will do is investigate all possible insurance coverage that is applicable. The two categories of auto insurance that are examined include:

1. First party coverage


2. Third party coverage

First party coverage protects you and your property. For instance, it covers medical expenses if you are injured, it pays for damages to your vehicle, and it pays for your defense in the event you are sued as a result of a car accident.

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The city of Peoria is unique in that it is a part of two Arizona counties: Yavapai and Maricopa. Considering that Peoria’s population was estimated to be 157,960 in July 2008, it is no surprise that the booming city is the ninth largest in Arizona. As a chief suburb of Phoenix and located largely in Maricopa County, Peoria is the fourth biggest city in relation to land area. Perhaps Peoria owes its continuous population growth to being referred to as one of the “Top 100 Places to Live” according to Money Magazine in 2008.

With such a large number of inhabitants, Peoria’s roads can be susceptible to auto accidents involving trucks, motorcycles, pedestrians, and other vehicles, due to traffic or negligent drivers. When drivers and passengers or pedestrians suffer injuries from a car accident caused by a negligent driver, skilled Peoria car accident lawyers can help these victims attain compensation from those responsible. At Breyer Law, our Peoria auto accident attorneys have the resources and knowledge to make sure that auto accident cases are resolved efficiently and thoroughly with the understanding that time is of the essence. Our broad experience in personal injury and wrongful death is a great advantage to those who have been injured in Peoria truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, car accidents, bike accidents, bus accidents and many other accidents caused by the negligence of others.

The husband and wife law team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C., we will exhaust every resource to protect the rights of you and your family so that restitution for hospital treatment, pain and suffering, medical bills, loss of work, or wrongful death is justly accounted for by negligent parties. Whether you endured an injury from a dog bite, slip and fall accident, work injury, or any other personal injury incident, we can help you. For a free and confidential evaluation of your Peoria personal injury or auto accident case, call Breyer Law Offices, P.C. at 602-978-6400 today.

Too often when we speak with people many years after they’ve pursued a personal injury case with another lawyer, they tell us that they feel they were forced, literally or figuratively, but always with lasting effect, to settle a case they did not want to settle.

Though it is hard to believe, some people don’t feel involved in the case they’re bringing, and feel slightly detached when the result is announced. We have heard heartbreaking stories of people who feel they had no say in the settlement of their case. Their horror stories reveal how they were simply told by the lawyer they hired that their case had settled. The amount of the settlement was tossed off like an unimportant trifle. Not only is this unethical and cold, but it goes against the very spirit of the way a serious injury or wrongful death case should be handled. For that matter, it’s insensitive. It doesn’t improve the image that legal professionals have a responsibility to uphold.

We strongly believe our job is to provide information and advice. When it comes to the important choices that must be made in a case - the important personal decisions that are in the hands of the client and the client only - we wouldn’t consider telling our clients what to do. Instead, we provide sound advice based upon knowledge and experience as skilled Phoenix personal injury attorneys so clients can make an informed decision about their case’s future. And in addition to providing our clients with respectful advice, we also let them know how ardently we feel about it. If, based on our extensive study and experience, we feel strongly that one possible decision that is absolutely the right one; our clients can trust us to be plain—even if it’s not a popular choice. If we think there is a decision facing our client that may end unfavorably for the client, we won’t omit that information either. An honest answer is the standard for us.

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As slip and fall attorneys in Phoenix, Arizona, we get calls on a daily basis about slip and fall law in Arizona. So, we’re presenting some information below that can hopefully answer some questions you might have about a slip and fall case. Keep in mind, though, that all slip and fall accidents are different.

To show negligence in a slip and fall case, you must prove that:

• The owner or possessor of the property where you fell either knew or should have known about an unreasonably dangerous condition.


• That dangerous condition is what caused your fall.


• The fall caused you to sustain your injury.

So, for instance, say you fell at someone else’s house because you tripped over your own feet. Just because you fell at someone else’s home does not mean you have a valid legal claim.

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As a major suburb of the Phoenix, Arizona area, the city of Chandler had an estimated population in July 2008 of 247,140. Chandler is located in Maricopa County and is bordered by Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert, Phoenix, and the Gila River Indian Community. With one of the Valley’s most thriving and well-known performing art venues, the Chandler Center for the Arts contributes to the city’s vibrant culture. Inhabitants of Chandler and visitors utilize access to Interstate 10 as well as the Price Freeway and the Santan Freeway. In traveling along these highways and on the city streets of Chandler, it is an unfortunate reality that dangerous road conditions, weather, and distracted driving can all contribute to the onset of an auto accident in which those who are injured require legal counsel and representation from a skilled Chandler auto accident attorney.

At Breyer Law Offices, P.C., we offer our clients the excellent service of one of our attorneys being certified by the State Bar of Arizona as a specialist in injury and wrongful death litigation. We understand that the aftermath of an auto accident can present many challenges to a family, but we are dedicated to providing you with the information you need to make the best legal decision in your particular case. When drivers and passengers or pedestrians suffer injuries from a car accident caused by a negligent driver, he or she may be able to obtain compensation to help pay for expenses brought on by serious injuries.

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Yesterday we discussed some significant and common factors that are examined when establishing where the fault of a pedestrian accident falls. To further demonstrate why it is so important to hold those who were negligent in causing a pedestrian accident in Arizona liable for their actions, the following points illustrate pedestrian accident and injury data.

• In 1998 in the United States, 5,220 pedestrians died from traffic-related injuries and another 69,000 pedestrians sustained non-fatal injuries.
• Pedestrian fatalities are the second-leading cause of motor vehicle-related deaths, following occupant fatalities. Pedestrian-related fatalities account for about 13% of all motor vehicle-related deaths.
• On average, one pedestrian is killed in a traffic crash every 101 minutes in the U.S.
• Hit-and-run pedestrian crashes account for one out of every six pedestrian deaths.
• Pedestrian deaths, expressed as a rate per 100,000 people, has decreased 43% from 1975 to 1998. Factors contributing to this decrease may include more and better sidewalks, pedestrian paths, playgrounds away from streets, one-way traffic flow, and restricted on-street parking. Some of the reduction is also likely due to the decreasing amount of time Americans spend walking.
• Alcohol is a major factor in adult pedestrian deaths. In 1998, about one-third of pedestrians 16 years or older who were killed by a motor vehicle were legally intoxicated with blood alcohol concentrations (BAC) of 0.10 % or more. Looking only at nighttime crashes, the percentage of pedestrians who were legally intoxicated jumps to 52%.

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In the first article of our Pedestrian Injuries: Who’s at Fault? series, we will be discussing one of the main questions of concern for those who have been injured in a pedestrian accident: How is negligence determined so that fault can be proven?

In determining who is negligent, an attorney will take the following factors into account:

• Were you paying attention to traffic when you crossed?


• Were you jaywalking or crossing in a designated crosswalk? (Generally speaking, pedestrians have the right of way as long as they are crossing in a crosswalk or a designated area.)


• Did the car run a red light?

Another important factor to look at when determining negligence is whether there was a child involved. Because children cannot drive and may not be fully aware of the dangers of traffic, they are at special risk for a pedestrian accident. In fact, in 1998 alone, among children between the ages of five and nine who were killed in traffic crashes, 25% were pedestrians.

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Glendale is a well-known city in Arizona located within Maricopa County just nine miles from the downtown area of Phoenix. The population in Glendale was estimated to be 251,522 in July 2008, and numbers are only expected to grow. Many residents of Glendale are sports fans, which almost seems like a qualification these days with Glendale being the home of arenas for NHL’s Phoenix Coyotes, NLL’s Arizona Sting, and the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals. In addition, the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl is hosted in Glendale and Super Bowl XLII of 2008 took place in the city as well.

Aside from sporting events attracting many visitors to Glendale on a frequent basis, as a part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, Glendale’s roadways can sometimes be prone to auto accidents due to highly congested traffic or distracted drivers. When drivers and passengers or pedestrians suffer injuries from a car accident caused by a negligent driver, skilled Glendale auto accident attorneys can help these victims seek compensation from those responsible for causing their injuries. At Breyer Law, our Glendale auto accident lawyers have the resources and knowledge to make sure that auto accident cases are resolved proficiently and with the value of time in mind. Our wide-ranging experience in personal injury and wrongful death lends assistance to those who have been injured in Glendale motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, car accidents, bike accidents, bus accidents and many other incidents caused by the negligence of others while on Glendale streets and highways.

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In Phoenix and throughout the State of Arizona, there are four different classes of negligent drivers. They are:

Class #1: Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs – Drivers who operate their vehicles when they are drunk, buzzed, or high in any way, shape, or form can be held liable for your injuries. In addition, such drivers can also be prosecuted for felonies.

Class #2: Driving recklessly or exhibiting dangerously bad behavior on the road – These are the drivers who ignore speed warnings in construction zones, or don’t slow down during bad weather. They too can be considered negligent in a court of law.

Class #3: Driving while inexperienced, under/uninsured, or unlicensed/underage – These are the drivers who are on the road even though they are underage, don’t have a valid driver’s license, or don’t have insurance for their vehicle. They can be held liable in an accident and may also possibly be penalized in criminal court.

Class #4: Imputed negligence ¬– Imputed negligence means that you may be able to hold another party responsible for the negligent act of someone else. For example, a parent who lets his son drive after drinking can be deemed liable in an accident due to imputed negligence.

To make a personal injury claim against a negligent driver in Phoenix, Arizona and beyond, connect with the Phoenix motorcycle accident attorneys of Breyer Law Offices today. For a free consultation, contact us at 602-978-6400.

Serious personal injuries suffered in motorcycle accidents are often not taken seriously enough by the police that respond to the cars that cause the accident.

There seems to be a prejudice against people who ride motorcycles and an initial major reaction to blame the person on the bike. The reality is that the majority of seriously injured motorcyclists were not injured because of anything they did wrong but because of the other cars on the roadway.

Understanding the best way to combat this prejudice against bikers is a key first step. In fact, often times it is only the most experienced Arizona motorcycle injury lawyers that even understand the bias the juries have so that they can do everything possible to make sure that that bias does not affect the case or is at least minimized so that the biker can receive full and fair compensation for the injuries they have suffered.

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Finding a skilled Phoenix, Arizona bus accident injury lawyer can be a challenge. There are so many people out there who are claiming to be “experienced” personal injury lawyers that somebody who has been injured in a bus accident often does not know where to turn. The reality is that anyone can claim that they can handle a personal injury case. Anyone who has gone to law school and passed the Arizona State Bar has the right to claim that they know how to handle personal injury cases. If they’ve handled a single personal injury case in their entire career they may claim to be “experienced.”

The reality is that someone who has been seriously injured in a bus accident of any type needs to contact the best bus accident lawyer that they can find in the State of Arizona. It is not enough to find a neighborhood lawyer. It is more important for someone who has had a life changing injury or who has lost a loved one to be able to get advice they can count on from a straight-shooter who has been there and tried the cases and fought for the people who have been seriously injured.

If you have any questions whatsoever about a serious bus accident please do not hesitate to give us a call.

Personal injury lawyers get a very bad rap. Maybe they have earned it. Maybe there’s far too many lawyers who just file any lawsuit whatsoever in the hopes of getting money. Or at least, that certainly seems to be the perception of what is going on with personal injury cases.

The reality is that the best Arizona personal injury lawyers are extremely selective in the cases that they take. More importantly, at Breyer Law Offices we take great care to give honest advise to anybody who gives us a call. People have a right to know not only the strengths of their case, but the weaknesses. People deserve honest answers from Arizona injury lawyers so that if they do not have a case worth pursuing, they do not waste their time filing unnecessary personal injury claims.

If you are not sure if a claim exists and you just want answers, please feel free to give us a call.

Far too often people who are following the laws of the road while riding their bicycle are tragically killed or seriously injured by cars that are simply not paying attention. There are many Arizona laws that govern this situation directly. Sometimes, we have seen where they have been completely misapplied and used against the bicyclist who was following the law and doing what they were supposed to do.

Far too often we have seen drivers too quick to blame the bicyclist who was seriously injured or killed when the blame should have fallen on the person driving the vehicle. Arizona Revised Statutes ARS 28 811, ARS 28 812, ARS 28 813 and ARS 28 817 are all vital Arizona statutes that relate to bicycle safety and accidents.

Just because a case can exist in theory does not mean that it needs to be brought. This is a tough decision that every family must make and they have the right to get honest answers from the best lawyer that they can find and that will fit them and their case so that they can decide how to proceed after a terrible car and bicycle collision.

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Like in pretty much every state in the U.S., Arizona requires that all drivers carry insurance for their vehicles. Unfortunately, approximately 15% of drivers don’t have any insurance at all, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In addition, many more drivers don’t have adequate coverage to compensate for severe injuries or extensive damage. Worse yet, because Arizona is a border state, there is a much higher rate of undocumented and unregistered drivers.

So, what if you’re in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver?
In such cases, it’s important to know your rights and options for compensation.

If you were not at fault in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, you can often compel your insurance company to pay for damages. However, dealing with insurance companies in such instances can be tricky. You may, for instance, in speaking with the insurance adjustor say the wrong thing, which can lead to your insurance company denying your claim for compensation completely.

That’s why, if you’re involved in an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver in Glendale or anywhere in Arizona, you should contact an attorney immediately. The Glendale motorcycle accident attorneys at Breyer Law Offices can help you explore all your legal options and recover fair compensation for your injuries and damages. Call 602-978-6400 to set up a free consultation.

It can be very hard to try to find a personal injury lawyer after a serious accident. It is not that there are not enough lawyers, but there is such an abundance of people claming they can handle individual cases. In particular, cases that involve a car turning left at an intersection, including where there was a citation under Arizona Revised Statutes ARS 28 772 can be complicated. On the one hand, a vehicle turning left in an intersection is required to avoid beginning that turn if it is not safe to do so. On the other hand, sometimes another car can be alleged to have been speeding even though the person who was turning left may receive a ticket at the scene.

Left turn accidents can be very complicated and for those people who have suffered serious injury in such a collision, finding the best Tucson car accident attorney you can find is vital. This is not just about finding the best attorney, but it's also about finding the one that most fits your case. You need someone who will give you honest answers and has the experience to guide you through the legal process including any insurance claims that need to be made.

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It may sound self-serving that a law firm that specializes in practicing personal injury law would say that the first thing to do after a serious trucking accident is to find the best Arizona truck accident lawyer you can find. The reality is that there are far too many lawyers that tell people they must hire an attorney immediately when this is not true. The problem with over-the-road 18-wheeler tractor-trailer truck accident cases is that trucking companies are extremely organized and start putting together their defense team often times literally at the site of the accident.

While a typical car accident case will not have a lawyer involved for potentially many months after the incident, we have had many situations where our clients have suffered very serious injury or been killed in truck accident cases, and in many of those serious injury truck accident situations, the trucking company's lawyer was out at the scene before the police even finished taking photographs. We have had situations where the trucking company took more photographs than the police took.

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Families who put their loved ones in nursing homes do it because they feel it is in the best interest of their loved one. They do everything possible to make sure they research the best possible nursing homes and do everything they can so that their loved one is well taken care of by specialists and experts in a nursing home. However, top Arizona nursing home injury lawyers know that far too often Arizona residents are badly abused or neglected in nursing home facilities. This does not mean that all nursing homes are bad, but that all nursing homes can be responsible for any injury that occurs.

However, it does mean that looking for signs of neglect and holding nursing homes responsible is vital. It is not only vital for the protection and safety of a loved one who has been hurt, but for all others at that facility in the future.

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Phoenix is the capital of Arizona, the fifth most populous city in the United States, and the largest city in the Southwestern region. Phoenix is home to 1,552,259 inhabitants and is the anchor of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area with 4,179,427 residents. Phoenix is a major transportation center in North America and a main financial, cultural, industrial and economic center for the Southwestern United States. Given the vast population of Phoenix and the unfortunate reality of accidents occurring, it is crucial for those who have suffered personal injury due to car accidents or any other incident to have the help of a skilled Arizona personal injury attorney.

Phoenix’s personal injury attorneys at Breyer Law Offices P.C. help victims of injury as the result of an incident that was directly caused by the negligence of another person or indirectly by someone else’s property. Since 1996, Mark and Alexis Breyer’s husband and wife law team have worked hard to assist their clients with getting the best possible compensation for their personal injury case, whether the incident was caused by a construction accident, auto accident, brain injury, dog bite, or a work related accident. Considering our history of operating in the area, we have a solid familiarity with local courts and judges that provide our clients the Phoenix personal injury and auto accident representation and consul they need to assure a positive outcome in their case.

Our skilled Phoenix auto accident lawyers have the resources and knowledge to make sure that high and low profile auto accident cases are resolved professionally and in a timely manner. Our broad experience in personal injury and wrongful death lends assistance to those who have been injured in Phoenix motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, car accidents, bike accidents, bus accidents and many other incidents caused by the negligence of others. At Breyer Law, we will exhaust every possible resource to protect the rights of you and your family so that compensation for any medical bills, hospital treatment, loss of work, or wrongful death is justly accounted for by negligent parties.

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