Phoenix Car Accident Attorney Blog

Did you know that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of deaths among teens in the United States? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), eight teens from 16- to 19-years-old were killed due to crash-related injuries in 2009. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration also added that there were 3,000 reported teen fatalities and more than 350,000 injured teens that were treat emergency departments on the same year.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) on the other hand has released the 2010 data for motor vehicle crashes incidents in Arizona. For 2010, total crash fatalities have slightly declined to 762 from 806 fatalities in 2009. There was also a slight decrease in the total reported injuries in 2010 with 50,110 injuries from 50,776.

From the overall reported fatalities and injuries in Arizona, teens ages 15- to 19 -years old accounted for 45 fatalities and 5,652 injuries in 2010.

In Mesa, a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) rolled over near 25th Street and University Drive around 5 am on Saturday (08/27/11). The driver was a 16-year-old teen who was killed in the single-vehicle Mesa crash after being ejected. The paramedics who responded on the scene tried to save the teen but failed. A passenger was seen crawling out of the crashed vehicle. He left the scene on foot but was later found near the area. The passenger who had some minor injuries was an 18-year-old teen.

As per the police investigations, speeding was the cause of the roll over crash. The 16-year-old driver was driving at a high speed eastbound of Covina Street when he lost control of the wheel. It later discovered that the SUV was reported stolen early Saturday.

SUVs and other light vehicles have always been prone to roll over accidents. In most instances, roll over crashes are often caused by collision of two vehicles, cornering speed, tripping, or traversing at critical slope. It is always important to use safety devices while driving a vehicle to prevent severe injuries and lessen the possibility of getting killed in a car crash.

For victims of rollover accidents in Arizona, don’t hesitate to call our free consultation hotline at (480) 753-4534. As Mesa rollover car accident attorneys, we are ready to assist you in getting what you deserve.

As stated by the World Health Organization (WHO) that there are about 300 people who die due to crashes each day worldwide. In addition, as of 2009 there were an estimated 6,420,000 cars involved in accidents in the United States alone. That results in about 2.9 billion injury cases and 42,636 car accident deaths. On average 115 persons die every 13 minutes due to motor vehicle in the United States.

As reported by ABC15 an accident occurred in Sun Lakes Thursday morning and a woman is currently fighting for her life. The accident happened at Dobson and Palomino, it was just north of Warner. The Maricopa County Sherriff’s Office said that the woman who was driving a golf cart was T-boned by another car, which was driven by another woman. The woman who was driving the golf cart was airlifted to a local hospital in which she sustained life-threatening injuries.

It is really important that if one is driving they should be attentive and always keep their eyes on the road. Refrain from using cellular phones and other electronic devices in which it can distract one from driving and getting involved in motor vehicle accidents. If one has been drinking, it is important not to drive. Driving responsibly not only save one’s life but also any person that they share the road with.

If you or a loved one was a victim of a car accident, call our car accident lawyers in Arizona for a free consultation at (602) 457-6222, we may be able to help you. You may also follow us on our Arizona Law Team Twitter account for more useful information and other topics of interest.

Impaired driving or driving while intoxicated is one of the major concerns when it comes to road traffic safety. Drivers having high blood alcohol content are dangerous. They have bigger risk of car crashes which can result to injuries and fatalities.

Did you know that according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), out of the more than 33,000 fatal crash deaths in 2009, 10,389 died in alcohol-impaired driving crashes?

On the other hand, the Arizona Department of Transport released the 2010 Motor Vehicle Crash Summary recently and it revealed that there were 695 reported fatalities and 33,195 injury crashes in Arizona. Alcohol-related fatal crashes reached to 210 while alcohol-related fatalities and injuries were 223 and 3,724 respectively.

Alcohol-impaired drivers are quite common on the roads of Arizona and alcohol-related crashes are one of the major concerns of the both the government and some private organizations when it comes road safety.

In San Tan Valley, a suspected drunk driver rear-ended a patrol car while the deputy stopped at a red light at the intersection of Hunt Highway and Gary Road (08/19/11). According to the Sheriff's Office, the deputy was able to check the car in which a 29-year old man was driving. The man was not injured but the deputy said the he was showing signs of impairment. He was also driving on a suspended license.

He refused to take a field sobriety test and was later submitted to a breath test. The result showed a 0.163, twice the allowed BAC level. He was arrested for aggravated DUI.

Meanwhile, the deputy suffered minor neck injury because of the crash.

If you have been a victim of an injury accident involving an alcohol-impaired driver and would like to seek compensation, contact our highly skilled Arizona personal injury lawyers at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation.

On August 22, 2011 the Arizona Department of Transport released the 2010 Crash Facts Summary. The report revealed that although the total number of vehicle accidents in Arizona has declined. Although there was a decline it was very small, they reported motor vehicle crashes reached 106,177 (compared to 106,767 in 2009). The breakdown of these crashes include 698 fatal crashes (compared to 709 in 2009), 33,195 injury crashes (compared to 33,380 in 2009), and 72,284 property damage only (compared to 72,678 in 2009).

These numbers, despite continuously decreasing over the years, still pose a huge threat not only to the safety of the people but also economic-wise. Did you know that the state-wide economic loss due to motor vehicle crashes in 2010 reached $2,669,345,806?

In 2010, ADOT revealed that one person died every 11.50 hours or approximately 2.09 persons everyday and approximately 137.29 persons are injured due to motor vehicle crashes everyday. Meanwhile, they also revealed that the most common manner of crash and driver violation are rear-end and speeding, respectively.

Looking at the 2010 Crash Summary, we can only assume that there is still a lot of work to be done when it comes to road traffic safety. Arizona has several existing traffic laws for all the road users to follow. However, referring back to the result of the crash summary, we can suggest that the implementation of these laws should become more rigid.

For victims of car accidents in Arizona, call our free consultation hotline at (480)753-4534. As car accident attorneys in Scottsdale, we are ready to assist you in getting what you deserve.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are 260 people injured in alcohol related accidents in Arizona in 2009 alone. the Nationally there were 33,808 people killed in traffic crashes and 10,839 of those losses were due to alcohol use so that is about 32 % of all traffic deaths. Children under the age of 14 accounted for 181 of the traffic related deaths.

AZFamily reported that a 43-year-old woman and her niece were involved in a car accident in San Tan Valley last Wednesday evening, and allegedly, the woman was driving under the influence. As experienced drunk driving accident lawyers in Arizona, we know the dangers impaired drivers pose.

A witness stated that a red Chevrolet truck struck a passenger car in the intersection of Ocotillo Road and Arbor Lane and then left the scene. The victim driver had cuts on his arms, and glass in his left eye and was brought to the nearby treatment center to remove the glass particles in his eye, while his passenger was not injured. The sheriff’s deputy followed the red truck to a house for about quarter mile away from the accident scene. The 49 year old woman was identified and reportedly had the smell of alcohol coming from the inside of the truck. She admitted having two beers before driving and she was driving under the influence of alcohol. She had a blood alcohol level of .240, which is three time over the legal limit.

If one cannot designate a non-drinking driver, use public transportation such as the bus or light rail.

If you or a loved one was a victim of a driving under the influence accident, call us for a free consultation at (602) 457-6222, we may be able to help you. You can also visit our Arizona Personal Injury Lawyers Facebook page for news, useful information and other topics of interest.

According to the 2009 Arizona Crash facts, there were a total of 106,767 crashes in Arizona in 2009. In the entire U.S., motor vehicle crashes were found to be the leading cause of death among those aged 5-34. Every day, there are people being brought into emergency departments for treatment of injuries. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle crashes are expected to be the third most serious threat to human health in the world by the year 2020.

In recent news, ABC15 reported a collision on the U.S. 60 at the Mesa Drive off ramp, which involved a DPS officer. Luckily, only minor injuries were found on those involved. The exit ramp was closed for a while to clear off the accident. The cause of the crash is still unknown, however, a picture taken by a photographer showed the DPS car appearing to have been rear-ended.

There are many reasons that could lead to a rear-end accident. One of the most common reasons is that a driver may have been distracted, leading him to not notice the car to his front slow down. Other reasons could possibly involve alcohol or drugs. Driving while fatigued or drowsy is also another reason what accidents happen on the road. When driving in Arizona, it is best to always focus attention on the road to avoid any accidents.

If you or a loved has been rear-ended while driving in Arizona, you may call our auto accident lawyers in Mesa for a free consultation at (480) 389-2463. We may be able to help you.

Motorcycle crashes that result in deaths and injuries are an important public health concern, as there are currently more people who are choosing this mode of transportation. In the United States alone, there are about 6.2 million motorcycles that are registered. Each year, approximately 11% of all highway fatalities represent motorcycle fatalities.

In recent new, the Department of Public Safety in Arizona investigated a fatal collision on U.S. Highway 160 near Tuba City (ABC15 08/05/2011). The latest on the investigation was that there were 2 motorcycle riders, who were fatally injured after being hit by a pick-up truck.

One of the main reasons why riders are often killed or fatally injured in motorcycle crashes is that motorcycles provide virtually no protection for their riders or passengers. Therefore, it is the riders’ prerogative to protect themselves.

In Arizona, there is no Universal Helmet law, and lawmakers should do this in the State to prevent fatal injuries, since helmets provide the best protection there is for a rider. Other safety precautions that one can do while riding a motorcycle are the following:

• Wear protective clothing while riding on a motorcycle, such as a long-sleeved top, pants, and shoes.
• When riding, always follow the rule of the road and ride safely and on the correct lane.
• Be watchful when in traffic; keep a safe distance from other vehicles.

If you or a loved one has been hit by another vehicle while riding in a motorcycle, you may call our Arizona Law Team for a free consultation at (480) 753-4534. We are Arizona motorcycle safety lawyers and we may be able to help.

Accidents involving motorcycles are sadly very common. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have stated that motorcycle deaths and injuries have become an important public health concern. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says that in 2009, motorcyclist deaths accounted for 13% of all motor vehicle crash deaths. Another vehicle is often involved in a motorcycle accident.

AZCentral recently reported about the trial of a truck driver who has been charged with killing 4 motorcyclists and injuring 5 others in 2010. At that time, police say that there was evidence of meth in his blood tests, as well as on the sobriety test given to him at the time of the accident. However, as he was taken to the witness stand, he had a different story. According to the truck driver, he did not take drugs at that time. Instead, he probably got that from some weight loss pills, which his roommate offered him to curb his appetite. He had recounted the events of the day and also said that the truck had problems with its brakes. The trial has been forwarded to the jury.

Driving while impaired poses a significantly dangerous situation not just to the driver, but to others as well. Impaired drivers have killed a lot of people over the years. It is estimated that a person dies every 48 minutes due to impaired drivers.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an impaired-driver accident in Arizona, you may call us for a free consultation at (520) 308-6762. We are Arizona personal injury lawyers and we may be able to help.

Multi-vehicle accidents can happen anytime on the roads of Arizona. Most of the causes would be speeding, driving under the influence, and many more. It’s a bit rare when one causes accident because of a medical attack. According to a Crash Facts Summary for Arizona in 2009, Mesa alone accounts for 6,543 crashes out of 68,653 or 9.53% with a record of 20 being killed and 2,088 injured.

In recent news, two were injured and one was killed in a six-vehicle crash in Mesa, Monday morning. Police say that the man driving a white pickup truck had a medical episode while on the road of Southern Avenue and 34th Street. The pickup truck sideswiped two other cars, continued further down the street, and hit three other vehicles: a Ford Escape, a Chevy Tahoe, and a Nissan. The left back wheel of the pickup truck was seen to have rolled up on the Ford Escape’s hood. Southern Avenue is closed between 24th Street and Rose, just East of Gilbert Road. The driver was found dead at the scene, unclear yet as to what caused his death, whether from his attack or whether from the injuries sustained during the crash. Two passengers of the Ford and Chevy also sustained serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital.

Pickup trucks involved in accidents totaled 38,674 out of 202,278. This does not necessarily mean that pickup trucks are prone to accidents but most likely it is due to driver errors. People who have weak conditions should refrain from driving.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a multiple motor vehicle accident in Arizona, there is free consultation. Just call our vehicle accident attorneys in Mesa at (480) 389-2463. For additional news, useful information and topics of interest, you can also follow us on our Arizona Law Team Twitter account.

Did you know that Phoenix has been ranked as the 8th deadliest area for pedestrians by Transportation for America? The agency has gathered data for the past ten years and they discovered that there were more than 1,400 pedestrian fatalities were recorded n Phoenix, Mesa and Scottsdale.

Pedestrian/motor vehicle crashes has been a growing concern of both public and privates sectors. Pedestrian deaths in Arizona totalled 120 while 4,092 nationwide in 2009. In the same year, pedestrian injuries reached to 59,000 according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This means that on the average, there is one pedestrian death every 2 hours and one pedestrian injury every 8 minutes.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), older adults, children, and impaired drivers and pedestrians are mostly at risk to be victims of fatal car crashes.

In Phoenix, one of two high school students was injured after being struck by a vehicle on their way home from school (08/16/11). The two 15 year olds were hit by a car near 16th Street and Thomas road. They were reportedly jaywalking when they were hit by the car.

One of the victims, a boy was taken to a hospital due to injuries he sustained while the other, a girl, was picked up by her parents from school.

Pedestrian injuries and fatalities can be prevented as long as we know how to follow the rules. Sidewalks, pathways, pedestrian lanes were built for pedestrians to use in order to avoid accidents such as this. The role of parents in educating their kids about road safety is vital. As parents, we should be the first to instil this in our children at an early age.

For victims of pedestrian accidents in Phoenix, don’t hesitate to call our free consultation hotline at (602) 457-6222. As Arizona pedestrian injury accident attorneys, we are ready to assist you in getting what you deserve.

Motorcycles or scooters are more vulnerable to accidents on the roads because they are much smaller than cars. Even though wearing protective gear is a must, like a helmet, the body is still mostly unprotected. According to Arizona Crash Facts during 2009, motorcycles hit by small trucks accounted for2,229 injuries and 26 deaths.

In recent news, a mother and son suffered serious road injuries and were taken to the hospital after their scooter was hit by a pickup truck in Gold Canyon, Arizona, Saturday morning. Reports say that the woman was riding along with her 8-year-old son in the Cloudview Avenue area and Mohican Road when the pickup truck hit them. The scooter was coming straight forward when the driver of the truck failed to yield while making a left turn in front of it, dragging the mother and son five feet away off the road.

In 2009, a total of 78/3,029 or 2.58% accounted for drivers who failed to yield right-of-way. When on the road using a motorcycle or scooter, always be careful and wear protective gear at all times. Be extra careful especially when riding with a child. The child’s safety is always a priority.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident while riding a motorcycle in Arizona, there is free consultation. Just call these numbers: (602) 457-6222, or (480) 389-2463. You may also follow our Arizona Law Team Twitter account for valuable information and topics of interest.

A Phoenix car accident involving three vehicles turned fatal, killing one person Tuesday morning (AZ Family 08/09/2011). The wreck also closed a major intersection at Central Avenue and Baseline Road. Rescuers had to extricate the 22-year-old victim from his car who later was pronounced dead at a local hospital.

According to the Phoenix Police Department, the victim has just finished his shift from work and was on his way home when he lost control of his vehicle. His white Dodge Stratus was travelling west on Baseline Road when it crashed into pickup truck and then spun out into oncoming traffic. Another pickup truck struck the Stratus on the driver’s side.

The victim was reportedly speeding just before the fatal accident happened.

Police continue their investigation with regards to what may have caused the accident.

It is sad to hear a car accident taking away a very young man’s life. But sadder is the fact that thousands more die each year because of motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), fatality rate in every 100 million vehicle miles traveled in 2009 has fallen to 1.13, a historic low, and injury rate fell to 74. It is great news that numbers have been dropping as of late but still, the fact remains that millions of people’s lives are still at stake each time they are on the road.

To protect yourself and your loved ones against car accidents, make sure you practice basic driving safety tips all the time.

Car accident victims can reach our traffic accident attorneys in Phoenix for a free consultation at (602) 457-6222.

Arizona roadways are no strangers to fatal car accidents. From 2005 to 2009 the state had 5,288 cases of car accident deaths, making up about 3 percent of the country’s total for the same period (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Fatality Analysis Reporting System).

In recent news, a fatal accident has struck Loop 101 near U.S. 60 Friday afternoon after a vehicle rolled over and killed one person and temporarily closed northbound lanes (AZ Central 08/05/2011). Arizona Department of Public Safety officials say the single-vehicle crash happened around 12:30 p.m.

The vehicle carrying seven people lost control and rolled over ejecting five of its passengers, leaving the two victims trapped inside and had to be extricated later on. Initial investigations reveal that a tire failure may have possibly contributed to the crash.

A 40-year-old man died in the accident and the rest of the passengers acquired serious but non-life threatening injuries.

All lanes were reopened after at least two hours.

Rollover accidents usually involve vehicles that travel at a high speed. Such crashes have a high fatality rate and certain vehicles such as SUVs are in theory more susceptible to rollovers than other types. To avoid getting into rollover accidents, always follow speed limits and completely avoid alcohol before driving. Also, avoid factors that may cause distraction while driving such as using your cell phone or listening to loud music.

Car accident victims who seek compensation related to a personal injury may consult for free with an Arizona rollover accident attorney at (602) 457-6222.

Based from the National Car Accident Statistics for 2009 there are more than 5.5 million car accidents in the United States, and nearly 31,000 were fatal. A majority of the fatal crashes involve only one vehicle and that is about 61 percent. It has been reported that posted speed limits of 55mph or higher are most likely have the fatal crashes.

In 2009, the deadliest month was August, and most crashes happen between 5 and 5:59 in the afternoon during weekdays and from 2 and 2:59 in the afternoon on weekends. It has also been found out that the leading cause of death of teenagers and children are motor vehicle crashes. 812,000 vehicles crashes were caused by someone using a cell phone

It has been reported that a car crash in Scottsdale on Loop 101 caused the traffic last Tuesday morning. The accident occurred at around 4:37 early in the morning, which blocked the off-ramp and the left lanes of the Loop 101 Pima Freeway at Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard. According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, multiple vehicles were involved in the accident and non-threatening injuries were reported, it was cleared before 6:20 in the morning.

With the news stated above, keep in mind that one should think of the welfare of others, do not drink and drive. Be cautious and be a responsible driver and you might actually save a life.

If you or someone you love are injured in an Arizona auto accident, call our Scottsdale traffic accident attorneys for a free consultation at (480) 753-4534, we may be able to help you.

Impaired driving tops the list of factors causing fatal car crashes in the United States. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has that on the average nearly 30 people die in a car crash involving an alcohol-impaired driver daily. This is equivalent to one death for every 48 minutes. From the recent statistics revealed by NHTSA, car fatalities involving alcohol-impaired drivers reached to 10,839 or about 32 percent of the total traffic-related deaths in the country.

One of the most common terms we often hear when we talk about impaired driving is the BAC or Blood Alcohol Concentration. Despite the decreasing number of fatal crashes involving impaired drivers for the past several years, there are still some of us who do not have sufficient understanding of the so-called legal BAC level or the 0.08%.

0.08% BAC is the legal or allowable amount of alcohol in the human body. Any driver who has a BAC higher than 0.08% is considered to be alcohol-impaired. As of 2009, all 50 states and the District of Columbia has created a law that states that it is illegal per se to drive with a BAC of .08 or higher.

On Wednesday morning (08/03/11), a teenage boy crashed his car into a garage located near Dreyfus Drive and 129th Avenue around 5:30 a.m. The Arizona accident injured the passenger of the car who was later transported to a hospital.

Police said that the boy has been drinking when the accident happened.

In Arizona, laws have been passed in order to prevent traffic-related accidents, especially DUI crashes. It's up to us to do our part and follow these rules for our own safety.

If you have been a victim of alcohol-impaired driving and would like to seek compensation, we are available at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation. Call now and an Arizona DUI accident victim lawyer will be with you shortly.

One of the leading causes of deaths in United States is car accidents. In fact, this is the same for almost all countries in the world. It is so fatal that it often results to injuries or even death among drivers, passengers and even pedestrians. There were about 6 million car accidents recorded in 2009 alone (NHTSA). Thus, it is important to know your responsibilities whenever you are on the road.

Drivers traveling to the Los Angeles area were forced to take an alternate route following a collision that took place on Interstate 10 on Friday afternoon. The Police officials informed citizens that the collision ignited a hay fire that led to the closure of the westbound lanes heading to California.

According to the Department of Transportation, the collision took place around at 1:30 pm near Eagle Mountain in between Blythe & Coachella Valley. The department recommended the travelers use either I-40 or take 62 to 177, until the highway was re-opened. The department did not mention the extent of iinjuries, but one person was airlifted to the hospital. As of 10:30 pm, the department website still has listed the highway was closed until further investigation as completed.

With the increasing incidence of injuries and deaths from car accidents, people cannot help but feel alarmed. Thus, it is important to take precautionary measures whenever on the road like wearing a seat belt. Seat belts are known to lessen the extent of injury by fifty percent. It is also important to remain at a proper distance whenever driving behind or in front of another car. Since speed is also another factor, it is advisable to maintain within the allowable speed range in your state.

If you ever find yourself or a loved one as a victim in a car accident in Arizona, our car crash attorneys in Chandler may be able to help. Call (480) 389-2463 and take advantage of your free phone consultation today.

Impaired driving has been considered as a threat when it comes to road safety. For the past years, many lives were lost due to impaired driving not only in the United States but also all over the globe. Drunk driving is considered illegal in all jurisdictions within United States.

Incidents of fatal car crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers is high accounting for almost 32 percent of deaths or one-third of the total traffic-related fatalities in 2009 according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). From these total fatalities, 181 were children ages 0 to 14-years-old.

Around 12:20 am on August 5, a Florence woman was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving. The 35-year-old woman was seen by an off-duty police officer near Judd and Attaway roads driving erratically. She was pulled over in a school parking lot in Florence.

It was later found out that the suspect was with her 9-year-old daughter who was sleeping in the backseat. Officials also revealed that the driver had bloodshot and watery eyes and her speech was slurred. She failed several sobriety tests and had a BAC level of 0.235.

The driver admitted to the authorities that she had five beers before driving her car. She is now facing three counts of aggravated DUI with a passenger under 15-years-old.

Having impaired drivers on the road can be pose danger to everyone. Thus, we also need to be observant while on the road. The organization MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) has some tips to how to spot impaired drivers. Here are some signs of intoxication that we should be aware of:

1. Quick acceleration or deceleration
2. Tailgating
3. Weaving or zig-zagging across the road
4. Driving “off road” (i.e. on sidewalks or lawns)
5. Almost striking an object, curb, or vehicle
6. Erratic braking
7. Drifting in and out of traffic lanes
8. Signalling that is inconsistent with driving actions
9. Slow response to traffic signals (i.e. a sudden stop or delayed start)
10. Straddling the center line
11. Driving with headlights off at night
12. Swerving
13. Driving more than 10 mph below the speed limit
14. Turning abruptly or illegally
15. Driving into opposing traffic on the wrong side of the road

If you have been a victim of alcohol-impaired driving in Arizona and would like to seek compensation, we are available at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation. Call now and a Chandler drunk driving accident lawyer will be with you shortly.

Motor vehicle accidents often leave devastating injuries and may even cost a life. It depends on the severity of the impact and the speed the car was at during the incident. Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death in minors. According to the NHTSA, 700 children are injured each day because of car accidents.

A tragic accident occurred in Flagstaff where a 16-year old female died because of a hit and run car accident. She was found on the road near 1500 N. Fourth Street and Sparrow Avenue early Saturday morning. The teenager was hit by a vehicle that left the scene. The Flagstaff Police Department are still asking for the public’s assistance in finding information about the fatal hit and run incident that took the life of the female teenager.

Investigators are looking for witnesses or clues that will help identify the vehicle, the driver, and the cause of the hit and run accident. If you know anything regarding this incident or the identity of the driver or vehicle you can call the Flagstaff Police Department’s Coconino Silent Witness or give your information through the CoconinoSilentWitness.org or you can even call our anonymous Hit and Run tip line. If your information can lead to the arrest and felony conviction of the hit and run drive, you can get up to $1000 as a reward.

In an accident, it is a tragic truth that you will never know if a driver will stop and help the victim. Since there are instances, where the drive has no insurance and they are the one who are most likely to run from the scene and there times where the driver are too scared and don’t know what to do so they try to escape. However, it does not matter what the situation is, it is never right to leave the incident, no matter how small the incident may look as it could cost a life.

If you know anyone how suffered from a hit and run incident in Arizona, call our hit and run accident lawyers in Phoenix at (602) 457-6222 or (480) 389-2463 for a consultation regarding your case.

When taken in certain amounts, alcohol can disrupt our motor and cognitive skills. Many people experience delays in reaction, blurry vision, and poor decision making after drinking alcohol. This impaired state can lead to drunk driving accidents which have a high fatality rate.

In recent news, a son of a former Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office chief deputy has been arrested on suspected DUI (AZ Family 07/27/2011). The 29-year-old suspect was arrested at around 6 a.m. Tuesday morning by Phoenix police and will be facing charges of failure to stay on the scene following a crash and driving under the influence.

The suspect has posted bond after being booked into a Maricopa County Jail.

Impairment is one of the major causes of car accidents all over the world. Every year millions of lives are lost because of motor vehicle crashes and a large percentage has alcohol as factor. In the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that at least 32 percent of traffic fatalities that occur each year involves an alcohol impaired driver.

Alcohol and other impairing substances affect ones ability to drive a car safely. The chances of being involved in a car accident increase dramatically which poses a major threat to public safety Authorities try to tackle this dangerous driving behavior by implementing DUI stops throughout the country.

You can contribute in the fight against impaired driving accidents by avoiding alcohol when driving and by reporting anyone who is driving dangerously or you suspect to be driving under the influence.

Victims of impaired drivers who are interested in claiming compensation related to a drunk driving accident injury can call our Phoenix drunk driving victim attorneys at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation.

Impaired driving is a large problem in the United States. Despite the decline of alcohol-related fatalities in the country recently, there are still concerns about motor vehicle accidents due to alcohol-impaired drivers.

Motor vehicles wrecks are the leading cause of death among those who belong to 5-34 age bracket in the United States. Young adults ages 18-24 have the highest number of fatalities due to impaired driving. In 2009, 9,813 reported cases of fatal crashes which involve alcohol-impaired drivers. Meanwhile, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that alcohol is a factor in 26 percent of the country's crash cost.

In Arizona, an alleged drunk driver in Phoenix caused the death of one person after a crash on the Interstate 17 off-ramp at Peoria Avenue.

Phoenix police revealed that the crash happened when one of the vehicles driven by a 45-year-old woman was travelling northbound and was hit by an SUV (7/20/11). The victim was taken to a local hospital where she later died due to her severe injuries.

Meanwhile, the driver was suspected to have displayed signs of impairment. Authorities also checked his blood-alcohol level and it revealed that it was 0.281, three times higher than the legal limit.

U.S. States have their own way to prevent alcohol-impaired drivers on the road such as administrative license revocation, zero-tolerance law, and 0.08 BAC law. In Arizona, a new DUI law which includes a mandatory ignition interlock device (IID) went into effect in September 2007. It states that IID are mandatory to all offenders which, unlike before, were only intended for aggravate and extreme DUIs.

If you have been a victim of an alcohol-impaired driver in Arizona and would like to seek compensation, we are available at (602) 457-6222 for a free consultation. Call now and an Phoenix drunk driving accident attorney will be with you shortly.

Rollovers are recognized as serious accidents. The occupants in the rolled-over vehicle usually suffer serious injuries, or, they die. Studies have found that even if occupants were buckled up, they were still ejected from the vehicle. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rollover crashes accounted for 33% of all passenger vehicle fatalities; and that figure alone says a lot about rollover fatalities.

One person has been killed in a single-vehicle rollover crash in Casa Grande, causing in the eastbound roadway of the Interstate 10 to close (ABC15 07/16/2011).

A single-vehicle rollover is usually caused by many reasons, one of which could be speed. There are about 40% of fatal rollovers that happen due to excessive speeding. The NHTSA has said that this usually happens in places where the posted speed limit was 55 miles per hour or higher. The type of vehicle used is also a factor in rollovers. Although all types of vehicles are vulnerable to rolling over, the taller, narrower vehicles such as SUV’s, pick-up’s or vans are more susceptible to single-vehicle rollovers because of their higher centre of gravity.

Data from the NHTSA also show that 85% of all rollover fatalities are the result of single-vehicle crashes. This implies that during the accident, there were no other vehicles involved and that the majority of the cause of this type of rollovers is due to the driver’s mistake.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident resulting in a vehicle rollover in Arizona, you may call us for a free consultation at (602) 457-6222. We are Arizona rollover accident lawyers and we may be able to help.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of fatal child injuries in the U.S. In 2008 alone 968 victims of fatal crashes are 14 years old or younger and 168,000 more are victims of injury crashes1, numbers which show how big of a threat car accidents are to child safety.

In recent news an 11-year-old boy was struck by a truck Wednesday in Glendale (AZ Central 06/29/2011). According to Glendale Fire Department, the accident happened at 54th Avenue and Glenn Drive in downtown Glendale just before noon.

The boy was transported to a Children’s hospital suffering from non-life threatening injuries.

Authorities say no charges will be filed in the Glendale child injury accident.

As alarming as the figures sound, fatal injuries from motor vehicle crashes can still be prevented. CDC adds that in one year, 618,000 children ages 0-12 rode in vehicles without the use of a child safety seat or a seat belt at least some of the time. .

Furthermore, children 0-12 years old should be riding from the backseat where it is the safest during a crash. This also eliminates the risk of injuries that can be caused by triggered front seat airbags.

Most importantly, driving with precaution is the best way to help prevent child deaths from motor vehicle crashes. Observe proper speed limits and avoid alcohol when driving.

If your child has been the victim of a car accident in the Arizona area and would like to seek a free legal consultation, you may reach our Glendale auto accident injury attorneys at (480) 389-2463.

Did you know that in 2009, there were 8,732 recorded rollover accidents in the United States? This is equivalent to 21.4 percent of the 40,840 vehicles involved in fatal crashes on that year. Light trucks have the highest number of recorded rollovers in 2009, which reached to more that 5,000 vehicles.

Rollover accidents are quite common to SUVs, trucks, and minivans. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 280,000 rollover accidents are reported each year, claiming more than 10,000 lives annually.

Vehicles can rollover due to excessive cornering speed, tripping, collision with another vehicle or object, or traversing a critical slope. Broken bones, severe head injuries, and paralysis are three serious injuries that can be sustained in a rollover accident.

On Friday evening, two people were extremely injured and in critical condition when a rollover drunk driving accident in Phoenix occurred last Friday on 35th Avenue under the Loop 101 underpass around 9 p.m. (7/22/11). Phoenix Police reported that the victims were a 30-year-old female and 35-year-old male. The two were traveling southbound in 35th street when their car collided with a Buick sedan. It was later found out that the driver of the Buick was impaired.

Recently, more and more Americans have become aware of the importance of seat belts. Seat belt use is the most effective way to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. Unfortunately, the victims of the rollover collision last Friday were not wearing seat belts. This only shows that there are still more adult drivers and passengers who are not wearing seat belts on every trip.

For victims of fatal rollover accidents due to impaired drivers in Phoenix, call our free consultation hotline at (480) 389-2463. As Phoenix rollover car accident attorneys, we are ready to assist you in getting what you deserve.