October 3, 2024 | Car Accidents
Who Pays for Damages in an Accident Caused by a Stolen Vehicle?
Imagine this scenario. You suffer injury in a car accident caused by the other driver. Later, you discover that the at-fault driver was driving a car that they stole. So, who pays for your damages? The answer is perhaps more complex than you might imagine. The Thief Someone who stole the vehicle they were driving […]
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September 6, 2024 | Car Accidents
Do I Need to Move My Car After a Crash?
After a collision, you may feel shaken and unsure of what to do. One source of confusion is whether you should move your car off the road. Many people will only move their vehicle once the police arrive, thinking the police need to examine the scene first. Knowing what to do about your car after […]
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August 28, 2024 | Car Accidents
Monsoon Season: Road Safety Tips For Phoenix Drivers
Driving in monsoon conditions, which could include heavy rain, hail, high winds, and even flash flooding, isn’t ideal. However, since the monsoon season in Arizona extends from June through September each year, you can’t reasonably stay home for four months. The U.S. Department of Transportation reports that wet pavement contributes to 75% of weather-related accidents, […]
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July 9, 2024 | Car Accidents
Car Accidents Caused by Brake Checking in New Mexico
Being tailgated on the road in New Mexico can be an unpleasant experience. You may be tempted to take action to stop the behavior, such as by brake checking. However, just because someone is tailgating you doesn’t mean you necessarily have the right to brake check. Brake checking can be as dangerous as tailgating — […]
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June 14, 2024 | Car Accidents
Using Dash Cam Evidence in Your Car Accident Claim
A dash cam is a dashboard camera that can record information, including video footage, about a car accident. You can use this information in settlement negotiations, and often, you can use it in court. Indeed, dash cam footage might make the difference between victory and defeat in your case. What Can a Dash Cam Do? […]
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May 13, 2024 | Car Accidents
What’s Causing Neck & Lower Back Pain After a Car Accident?
Serious car accidents can be terrifying. One moment, you are driving safely, and the next, you are in pain with no clue what happened. Typically, after a severe injury, you will receive immediate medical attention to evaluate your condition. But what happens when that evaluation comes up short? Even after receiving immediate medical assessment and […]
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May 13, 2024 | Car Accidents
What Are the Odds of Dying in a Car Crash?
No form of travel is 100% safe. Even walking down the street can present some hazards. No matter how many precautions you take in life, it’s simply not possible to avoid every accident. However, taking proper safety precautions can help you reduce your odds of being in an auto accident, especially a fatal crash. The […]
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May 8, 2024 | Car Accidents
What Does Yielding the Right-of-Way Mean?
“Yielding the right-of-way” is an often misunderstood term. Many Arizona drivers don’t know what it means or how to apply it when driving. Understanding right-of-way laws can help make drivers safer and ensure they know their rights after an accident. Here’s a look at what yielding the right-of-way means for Arizona drivers. For more traffic […]
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April 15, 2024 | Car Accidents
What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?
Car accidents can be life-changing events. Not only are they scary and traumatic, but crashes often lead to major injuries that disrupt victims’ lives and result in financial hardships. If you’re injured in an accident caused by someone else, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries and losses. This is true even if […]
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March 26, 2024 | Car Accidents
Can I Have Just One Drink and Be Safe To Drive?
It’s not uncommon in Albuquerque for someone to drive themselves to a bar or a party and consume some alcohol, still believing they’re sober enough to drive. But after consuming just one drink, is it still possible to drive safely? Generally, even one drink alone can impair a person’s driving abilities enough to increase the […]
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