Fatal Crash in Phoenix Leaves 1 Person Dead, 2 Injured
Another Arizona life has been lost due to a car crash. AZ Family reports it happened at night on Wednesday, November 24th on Interstate 10 near Watson Road (11/24/10). Two other victims were airlifted to the nearest local hospital. Investigations by the Arizona Department of Public Safety can’t determine yet the reason as to why the crash happened on Valley freeway. Authorities decided not to release the victim’s identity. I-10 was closed for investigation and was only re-opened before midnight.
To help decrease deaths in car accidents, there are many pro-active choices drivers can make, such as refraining from cell phone use while driving, following posted traffic signs, and committing all attention to the road ahead. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) also advocates for these positive driving habits, and especially to never drink and drive.
Additional safety precautions include using appropriate safety gear, such as seat belts. Wearing seat belts is not only highly advised, but required in all states. Parents with children inside the car are also familiar with the required child safety seats and booster seats depending on child’s age and weight.
In 2008, the percentage increase of seat belt use, while statistically insignificant, is still a positive sign that more people are aware of the importance of buckling up. In fact, seat belts have saved more than 13,000 lives nationwide.
But as car accident attorneys, we understand that regardless of how skilled and careful a driver can be, danger still lurks in the form of other negligent drivers and unlucky circumstances. If you have been a victim of a car accident, call us at (480) 753-4534. We may be able to help you.
