Phoenix Car Accident Attorney Blog

As Tucson car accident attorneys, we think it is terrible when drunk drivers cause crashes, and especially terrible when those crashes result in injury and death. According to Fox 10, a 41-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle, hit numerous stationary objects such as a light pole and fence, then turned back onto the road and hit a Nissan on January 15, 2012.

The 46-year-old female passenger riding with the man was killed, while the 26-year-old driver of the Nissan he hit suffered serious injuries. Our deepest thoughts and condolences go out to the families of both victims, and we wish the woman in the hospital a quick and full recovery. There is no excuse ever for drinking and driving.

What Caused This Tucson Car Accident?

The man driving the Dodge Charger was intoxicated and, after hitting the stationary objects, turned the wrong way onto the Benson Highway, hitting the Nissan head-on. Drinking and driving causes serious and fatal injuries many of the time.

Tucson Car Accident Statistics

Alcohol-related Tucson car accidents killed 18 people and injured 356 in 2010, according to a study released by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). There were a total of 9,720 crashes in the city the same year, 518 of which were alcohol related. The only city that had more alcohol-related crashes was Phoenix with 1,457.

Contact a Tucson Car Accident Lawyer

The best Tucson drunk driving accident victim lawyers can tell the family of the woman who was killed that even though she may have entered the car with the drunk driver, the family may still have rights to seek compensation for her wrongful death. Attorneys can also help the woman who was in the other vehicle and was seriously injured by the drunk driver. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. work hard to hold drunk drivers accountable for their decision to get behind the wheel. We work to obtain settlements for the victims and their families to pay for medical and funeral expenses and more. We also may seek to file punitive damages to further punish the driver who broke the law. Contact us today to set up a free consultation.

If you cause a Tempe car accident because you ran a red light, chances are that you may soon see a video of yourself posted on YouTube, according to a news report published in Fox 10. The company that makes the cameras that are placed at intersections to catch drivers who run red lights, American Traffic Solutions, are beginning to post the footage they collect on YouTube in order to shame people into driving more safely. It is probable that the public is not happy about these cameras or footage being put up on YouTube.

Red Light Law

As car accident lawyers in Tempe, we know just how important it is that drivers obey the law and obey all traffic signals, especially red lights. According to ARS 28-645, drivers facing a steady red signal must stop and remain stopped until the signal to proceed is shown. People who run red lights may face license suspension, fines, traffic school and even jail time for breaking the law.

Tempe Car Accident Statistics

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), there were 6,658 Tempe car accidents in 2010 that resulted in 12 deaths and 2,680 injuries. In Arizona during the same year, 4,910 drivers disregarded a traffic signal, causing 28 fatal crashes and 2,313 injury crashes. Another 1,110 drivers ran a stop sign, causing 13 fatal crashes and 441 injury crashes.

Contact a Tempe Personal Injury Attorney

People who are hurt by drivers who run red lights know how scary it can be. As Tempe personal injury attorneys, we know the victims of these crashes often face serious injuries and weeks or months of recovery. Many families unfortunately lose loved ones as well. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. take all steps to recover damages from the driver who is at-fault for the accident Many times it may be that there are multiple drivers of parties responsible for the victim's injuries. We obtain settlements for our clients that they can use to recover from the accident. Contact us today for a free consultation.

At Breyer Law Offices, P.C., we were happy to learn about seven new high intensity activated crosswalk signals to be built this year and next in the city, according to a news report in the Casa Grande Dispatch. After 17 pedestrians were killed in 2011, and a 13-year-old boy this year, the Tucson task force has been created to improve safety by adding these crosswalks. The city will put in a crosswalk where the boy was killed first before beginning on the others.

Unfortunately, that area had been on the list to receive a crosswalk for at least six months before the boy was hit. A crosswalk at the intersection may have saved his life. The crosswalk lights will flash yellow, then turn to solid yellow, then finally turn to red to give pedestrians warnings as they cross.

Tucson Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There were 17 pedestrian deaths from Tucson car accidents in 2011, according to the city. There were more than 1,400 pedestrian accidents in Arizona in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). These accidents caused 155 deaths and 1,236 injuries. These incidents can result in serious injuries and death, as cars are very heavy objects that are often traveling at high rates of speed. When people are hit by cars, the results can be deadly.

Tucson Car Accident Tips

We want everyone to travel as safely as possible. Look for crosswalks, wait for crossing signals, and then still remain as aware of your surroundings as possible. Look for cars that aren’t stopping and avoid them. Make eye contact with drivers so you know they see you. Wait for everyone to stop before you begin crossing and then cross quickly. If you are a Tucson driver, always watch for pedestrians, even outside of crossing areas. Still, no matter how safe your actions are, accidents still do happen.

Contact a Tucson Personal Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one is hurt in a Tucson car accident, contact an experienced Tucson auto accident injury attorney immediately. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. can represent you and your family and help file suit against the party who was responsible for your injuries. We work to obtain settlements for our clients that cover the costs from the accident and more. Contact us today for a free consultation.

As Phoenix drunk driving victim lawyers, we weren’t surprised to hear that alcohol played a role in a wrong-way car accident on December 22 at 2 a.m., according to a news report in Fox 10. The intoxicated driver was traveling the wrong way on 43rd Avenue between Cactus and Cholla when the car hit another vehicle head-on. Three people were hospitalized for their injuries. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims at this time, and we wish them a speedy recovery.

Causes of This Phoenix Car Accident

As injury lawyers for Phoenix victims of drunk driving accidents, we know that drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol can cause serious and even fatal car accidents. According to police, alcohol played a factor in this head-on Phoenix car accident. The intoxicated driver was apparently unaware that the car was traveling the wrong way down 43rd Avenue. The approaching car was unable to get out of the way in time and was most likely surprised by the fact the other car was traveling the wrong way on the street. There is no excuse for driving drunk.

Phoenix Car Accident Statistics

There were more than 29,000 Phoenix car accidents in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). There were 1,940 head-on car accidents in the state of Arizona in 2010, resulting in 47 fatal car accidents and 988 that involved injuries. Head-on car accidents can be extremely serious because of the rate of speed both cars are traveling - and in opposite directions.

Do You Have A Phoenix Dram Shop Claim?

Many people do not know about a claim called dram shop. An experienced lawyer could be the difference between no settlement at all and a fair settlement when you are hit by a drunk driver. In this case, where the at-fault driver was driving drunk, it may be that he was coming from an establishment that was serving alcohol. If he had too much to drink at an establishment it may be that the place that served him the liquor may be responsible for the injuries to the victims as well. Holding the bar as well as the individual who drank and then made the decision to drive is something that the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. work hard at every day. Contact us today for a free consultation.

As Mesa car accident attorneys, we were shocked to hear that a car plowed into a Mesa home Wednesday, December 14, 2011. The car hit the master bedroom, according to Fox 10, which was just one room away from where the homeowner was sitting. Luckily, she was not injured. The worst part of the incident, however, was when the driver backed up and drove away, making this a hit-and-run car accident. Thankfully, a neighbor recorded the license plate number, and police are now looking for the driver.

Causes of This Mesa Car Accident

As Mesa car accident attorneys, we often see car accidents in which drivers hit stationary objects, such as light poles or houses, because they aren’t paying attention. We also see cases in which they are driving drunk. When people drive distracted or drunk, they risk seriously injuring or even killing other people. At the very least, they cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, as this driver did.

Mesa Car Accident Statistics

There were 2,893 people injured in Mesa car accidents in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). There were more than 6,100 car accidents in all during 2010. Maricopa County faced $1,449,951,518 in economic losses because of car accidents. In Arizona, the average economic cost involving property damage only was $8,364 per car accident. It is unlikely the house damaged in this Mesa car accident can be fixed for that amount of money; it will likely take two or three times more. Finally, there were 11,311 car accidents involving a collision with a fixed object, such as a home, in Arizona in 2010.

How a Mesa Car Accident Attorney Can Help

As Mesa car accident attorneys, we know that fixing this house will cost a lot of money. We work to investigate the car accident to determine exactly how and why it happened. We then hold the at-fault driver responsible for paying the cost of the damages and more. The victims don’t deserve to face the high costs themselves. Contact the Husband and Wife Team at the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. today for a free consultation.

As Tucson ATV accident attorneys, we were sorry to hear about one ATV rider’s death after he rolled while riding on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2012, according to news reports on Fox 10. The man was 44-years-old, according to police. He failed to negotiate a turn and rolled the ATV. Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the man’s family.

Causes of This Tucson ATV Accident

As Tucson ATV accident lawyers, we see many accidents that occur because of rider error. However, we also see many accidents caused by other ATV drivers, motorists, and even faulty ATV repairs, such as loose wheels, engine malfunction and more. This case deserves a full and complete investigation by a qualified specialist.

U.S. ATV Accident Statistics

There were 317 reported ATV accident deaths in the United States in 2010, according to ATVSafety.gov. There were also 115,000 estimated injuries that were serious enough to warrant a visit to the emergency room. These numbers were down considerably from 2009, when there were 649 deaths and 131,900 injuries and 2008 when there were 707 deaths and 135,100 injuries. Those not wearing helmets were more likely to suffer more serious injuries.

Contact a Tucson ATV Accident Lawyer

An experienced Tucson ATV accident lawyer helps victims hurt or killed when their ATVs are improperly repaired, when another rider hits them, or when they are a passenger on the back of an ATV that crashes. Drivers many times also have legal rights even when another vehicle is not involved. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. investigates the crash to determine what happened and to determine legally who was at fault. We then hold the at-fault party responsible and work to obtain a settlement that pays for medical bills and more. Contact us today for a free consultation.

The Gilbert auto accident attorneys at The Breyer Law Offices, P.C. applaud the city for amending a code that would have overcharged property owners for street improvements. There is an impending project near Higley and Baseline Roads that would improve the streets, but the city was going to charge homeowners for a broader range of items than is legally feasible. Improving streets is always important. The project on Higley and Baseline proposes to cut down on the bottleneck problem that occurs when there is high traffic in the area. It will widen the roads to three lanes in both directions. This could greatly reduce the risk of rear-end collisions and other crashes in the area.

Gilbert Auto Accident Statistics

Gilbert auto accidents totaled more than 2,300 in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). There were nine fatal crashes and 617 injury crashes. In Arizona, 5,520 crashes occurred because drivers followed other cars too closely and 5,987 occurred because they made unsafe lane changes. There were also 40,371 rear-end collisions and 12,949 sideswipe crashes. We hope the new improvements to Gilbert roads will help reduce the likelihood of all types of crashes.

What a Gilbert Personal Injury Attorney Does

An experienced personal injury attorney at The Breyer Law Offices, P.C. works to represent victims hurt in auto accidents. Our personal injury lawyers also:

• Make sure our clients receive the best possible medical care.
• Investigate the accident to determine who was at fault.
• Review police reports and talk to witnesses to gather facts.
• File all necessary paperwork and court documents.
• Advocate for our clients to the best of our abilities.
• Obtain settlements to help pay for medical bills, lost wages, and more.
• File for punitive damages when the at-fault driver breaks the law.
• Support victim’s families in the event of a wrongful death.

Contact us today for a free initial consultation to see what we can do for you.

As Arizona car accident attorneys, we were surprised to hear about Arizona 99, a highway in Arizona that leads only to a locked gate and has no signs to indicate such, according to AZ Central. Unfortunately, a college student was stranded for 10 days in the snow after following the road, believing that it would lead her to a town. When she got to the gate, there was nowhere else to go.

She tried to open the gate so she could go through, but when she got back to her car, she found out it was stuck. She survived for the 10 days on two candy bars and by melting bottles of snow for water. This is truly an amazing story. Of course, steps need to be taken so this highway can be safe for drivers.

Causes of this Incident

As lawyers who handle highway car accidents, we know that city and state officials have a responsibility over Arizona dangerous roadways. We, as well as many others, question why roads that lead nowhere continue to be part of Arizona’s system. The road is particularly dangerous since it is infrequently traveled. In fact, the 23-year-old college student was very lucky after U.S. Forest Service workers happened to find her when they were checking the gate.

What to Do If You Are Stranded on an Arizona Highway

Here are some tips if you are stranded on an Arizona highway:

• Always keep your gas tank above the halfway mark.
• Carry extra snacks, water, and warm blankets.
• Keep your cell phone charged, but note that it may not always work in certain areas.
• Stay inside your car; don’t expose yourself to the elements.
• Place a white piece of material as a flag on your antennae or sticking out your window so passersby know you need help.

Contact an Arizona Personal Injury Attorney

An experienced Arizona personal injury attorney knows that highway car accidents can caused some of those most serious injuries. The Husband and Wife Law Team has been helping people for years who have been in these type of highway car accidents. In this case, there should have been more signs warning the college student that the road led to nowhere. She probably would have turned around sooner and avoided her near-death experience. Contact us at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. for a free consultation if you think you may have a similar case and have legal questions that you want answered.

As pedestrian accident attorneys in Arizona, we were saddened to hear about the death of a 23-year-old man who was hit by a car on the night of December 17, according to a report in AZ Central. The driver of the car that hit the man made a U-turn and sped away. Witnesses say the truck was white and had a full push bar attached to the front bumper. It sped away northbound on Arizona 73. Anyone with information can call (800) 78-Crime or the White Mountain Apache Police Department at (928) 338-4942. We wish to express our deepest condolences to the man’s family.

Arizona Pedestrian Accident Statistics

There were 366 Arizona pedestrian accidents in 2010 that occurred when it was dark outside but the street or crosswalk was lighted, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). There were 149 Arizona pedestrian accidents that occurred in 2010 in completely dark conditions and 75 that occurred when it was dark with unknown lighting conditions. There were 1,449 total pedestrian accidents in Arizona in 2010.

How a White Mountain Wrongful Death Attorney Can Help

The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. works to obtain a settlement from the at-fault driver that pays for the funeral expenses and other costs the victim’s family incurs due to an Arizona fatal pedestrian accident. Alexis and Mark Breyer have been helping families and injured individuals for years. For a free consultation, call today to have all your legal questions answered.