Fatal Mesa Car Accidents Among Lowest in Nation, According to Study
As Mesa car accident attorneys, we were happy to hear that Forbes rated Mesa 7th in the nation for safety. These statistics were based on violent crime as well as fatal traffic accident statistics, according to a news report on Fox 10. According to the report, Mesa is Arizona’s third largest city and 38th largest in the nation. While the report doesn’t attribute the low number of fatal car accidents to any one thing, it is likely that safe roads, good lighting, and consistent police monitoring play a role. We want to commend Mesa for this distinction.
Mesa Car Accident Statistics
In 2010, Mesa saw more than 6,130 car accidents, 23 of them fatal. Phoenix had the highest number of fatal car accidents with 134. Glendale was close behind Mesa with 19. Drunk drivers caused 294 car accidents in Mesa in 2010, which was lower than Phoenix at 1,457 and Tempe at 331. Glendale and Chandler were right behind in the number of alcohol-related car accidents with 220 and 193, respectively.
Avoid Mesa Car Accidents: Tips to Stay Safe
Drivers can work to avoid Mesa car accidents by following these tips:
- Obey all traffic and safety rules
- Never drive while impaired, intoxicated, drowsy, or distracted
- Always make sure your vehicle is in good working condition
- Remain aware of other drivers at all times
- Look carefully for pedestrians before driving across a crosswalk
- Yield to oncoming traffic when turning left
Contact a Mesa Auto Accident Injury Attorney
As Mesa auto accident injury attorneys, we know that car accidents can happen even when drivers obey all traffic rules and safety tips. That’s where we come in. The Husband and Wife Law Team at the Breyer Law Offices, P.C. represent victims and make sure they receive excellent medical care. Medical expenses, however, can be extremely high, so we hold the at-fault party responsible for your bills. Contact us today for a free consultation and to learn your legal rights when you are injured by another party.
