Mopeds are a simple and convenient way to get around town, and they are an increasingly popular option among people in cities across Arizona. However, when a moped rider gets involved in a collision or other automobile accident, the vehicle’s relatively small size and the rider’s lack of protection could…
Companies like Waymo and Uber are all developing self-driving technology with the hopes that they will usher in the age of the driverless car. These companies claim that inattention and human error cause more than 90 percent of auto accidents. By removing the possibility of driver mistakes, these companies hope that…
Many Arizona residents get injured in auto accidents when they fail to yield the right of way to emergency vehicles, or when they react incorrectly. Under state law, emergency vehicles have certain rights when they operate on the road. Also, if you approach a road crew vehicle or emergency vehicle…
In Arizona, motor vehicle accidents are the most common cause of preventable deaths of children. According to a CDC study from 2024 found that over 30% percent of children who died in a car crash were not properly buckled in or wearing a seat belt at all. Using the appropriate car seat…
No, Arizona is a fault-based insurance system. This means that in Arizona, the one who is responsible for causing a car accident is also responsible for paying for the damages. Is Arizona a No-Fault State? This “you break it, you buy it” theory is what differentiates Arizona from states that…
Drivers involved in left-hand turn car accidents are routinely found to be at-fault under Arizona traffic laws. This is because drivers who are turning left must yield to oncoming traffic under Arizona law. In fact, existing right-of-way laws are written broadly to protect other motorists and make liability more likely…
A judge or jury can force the responsible party in a personal injury, medical malpractice, or other type of lawsuit to pay the victim different kinds of damages, from medical expenses to physical and emotional pain and suffering. One type of damages, known as “punitive damages” or “exemplary damages,” requires…
Serious injuries from car accidents can have a devastating effect on the lives of those involved. Drivers and passengers alike may find themselves in need of emergency medical treatment, long-term medical care, and rehabilitation long after the accident. In addition, injured individuals may be unable to return to work and…
Parents throughout the country have good reason to be worried when they hand the keys to their car over to their teenager. Simply put: Teens face a high risk of getting into a car accident. As the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports, drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 are…
Phoenix was among the first cities in the country to have Uber drivers. The ride-sharing service began to operate in the Valley back in 2012. If you are not familiar with Uber, here is a brief explanation: The ride-sharing service allows people to hail rides by using an app on their…
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