Phoenix Car Accident Lawyer Blog

As AZ fatal car accident lawyers, we were saddened to learn about the death of one 75-year-old woman during a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 19 on January 3, according to News 13. The accident occurred near Milepost 1 at about 3:24 p.m. The driver of the second vehicle was injured and transported to a nearby hospital. Our deepest thoughts and condolences go out to the families of both people and we wish the injured driver a quick and full recovery.

Causes of This Nogales Car Accident

Police are still unsure of exactly what caused this Nogales car accident. In incidents like this, we often see drivers who were driving while distracted, causing them to swerve into another lane and sideswipe another vehicle. We also see crashes caused by tailgating, unsafe lane changes, and drunk driving.

Nogales Car Accident Statistics

There were 342 Nogales car accidents in 2010, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). These crashes resulted in zero deaths and 121 injuries. This appears to be the first fatal crash in Nogales in 2012. Alcohol-related crashes accounted for 18 incidents in 2010, leaving 16 people injured. In Arizona, speeding caused nearly 34,000 accidents, following too closely caused 5,520 crashes, and unsafe lane changes accounted for almost 6,000 accidents. Failure to keep in the proper lane caused 3,067 collisions, while inattention and distracted driving caused 12,026 incidents.

Contact a Nogales Car Accident Lawyer

As car accident lawyers, we know how important it is to begin investigating your case right away. The Husband and Wife Law Team at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. studies the accident scene, talks to police, and interviews witnesses to determine exactly what happened. We support the families of victims who are killed in crashes and we work one-on-one with individuals injured in collisions. We understand how important client communication is while at the same time giving our clients the legal representation that they deserve. For a free consultation, call us today.

As Phoenix car crash lawyers, we were saddened to hear that a Phoenix car crash during rush hour left one man dead and two injured. Our deepest condolences go out to the families. The two vehicles appear to have entered the intersection of 22nd Street and Deer Valley Road at the same time, according to ABC15.

A white car with three people inside was traveling eastbound and was reported to have turned in front of a truck traveling westbound. The man in the truck was unharmed while the driver of the white car was killed and his two passengers were treated for minor injuries.

Possible Causes of This Phoenix Car Accident

Police have ruled out impairment, saying that it was not a factor in this crash. However, it is unknown whether one car ran a red light or if both cars entered the intersection at the same time during a yellow light. In cases like these, it takes careful investigation to determine who was at fault.

Phoenix Car Crash Statistics

According to AZ Central, Phoenix auto accidents were down overall in 2009. However, there were still 135 fatal accidents in 2009, down only eight from 143 in 2008. There were also 12,318 injured in collisions in 2009. The study found that East McDowell and West Indian School Road had the greatest number of accidents in the city.

Contact Experienced Phoenix Auto Accident Attorneys

Experienced Phoenix auto accident attorneys can help uncover the facts in cases and spend time investigating the scene, talking to witnesses, and reviewing police reports. These investigations help determine who was at fault, which can help victims recover medical expenses, lost wages, and other compensation.

In this particular case, the investigation as to who ran the red light could make the difference between a successful settlement and no settlement at all. Contact a car accident lawyer at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. today at (602) 457-6222. You can also visit our Husband and Wife Law Team Facebook page for additional information, news, and other topics of interest.

As Phoenix car crash wrongful death lawyers, we unfortunately see serious accident injury and wrongful death accidents every day. ABC15 has reported a deadly crash on State Route 87, North East of the Valley where 2 people have died. The accident was caused by a collision between a pick-up truck and a motorcycle. In addition to the 2 fatalities, there were two other people who were injured from the accident. One of the injured people was transported via a helicopter to a local hospital. Both injured individuals have already been treated and released.

Our prayers go out to everyone involved in this accident. We are especially thinking about the families of the individuals who lost their lives in this fatal Phoenix accident.

Phoenix Traffic Accident Statistics

According to the 2009 traffic facts released by AZCentral, the number of crashes in Phoenix has dropped to the lowest it has been in 20 years. From 2008 to 2009, there was reportedly a 13% drop in the number of accidents. 8.9% drop in traffic accident injuries, and there were 123 collisions that resulted in 136 deaths during the year.

Arizona Traffic Law

When a driver causes serious physical injury or death to another with the use of a vehicle, there are corresponding penalties depending on the situation. Penalties could be the suspension of the driver’s license for a time, community service, and/or fines. There could also be jail time depending on the case.

Contact a Professional Phoenix Wrongful Death Attorney

A skilled, professional Phoenix wrongful death attorney will be able to evaluate the accident and make sure that the negligent party is held accountable. The family of the victim may make a claim for wrongful death and seek compensation for their loss. Bringing a claim will never bring back a loved one; however, family members are often left not only suffering emotionally but also financially. By filing a wrongful death claim, family members are apt to be in a much better financial situation. This can result in less stress so that families can focus on emotional healing after losing a loved one in an accident. For an absolutely free consultation with the Arizona wrongful death lawyers at Breyer Law Offices, P.C., call (602) 457-6222.

As Mesa wrongful death lawyers, we were recently told of a heart breaking accident. In recent news, AZ Family reports of a fatal accident in Mesa where a 7-year-old boy was killed and his 5-year-old sister seriously injured. The children were both in an SUV that reportedly evaded a car that stopped at a red light before entering the intersection. The vehicle struck the curb and hit a guardrail and then rolled down a steep embankment. It was reported that the vehicle dropped 30 to 40 feet and then caught fire. Witnesses removed the passengers from the car.

The young male was pronounced dead at the hospital while the female had serious injuries. The driver only sustained minor injuries. The accident is still being investigated. Although we do not personally know the family, our deepest sympathies go out to them and our prayers go to the swift recovery of the injured victim.

Mesa Fatal Car Accident Statistics
Recent data shows that the rate of car accidents in Mesa decreased from 2008 to 2009 and the number of vehicles that were involved in fatal crashes decreased from 54 in 2008 to 28 in 2009.

Contact an Experienced Mesa Wrongful Death Lawyer
An experienced Mesa wrongful death lawyer will be able to offer a family a variety of options for legal action. When you have a loved one who has been killed in a car accident it is devastating. Losing a child is terrible and if someone was drinking or driving when involved in a car accident, justice must be served.

Alexis and Mark Breyer, of Breyer Law Offices, P.C., are lawyers who focus on injury and wrongful death law. We have handled Mesa wrongful death claims for years and Mark Breyer is an expert wrongful death lawyer. Contact us today for a free consultation about your case at (480) 389-2463. You can also follow us on our Arizona Law Team Twitter account for news, helpful information and other topics of interest.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) reports that teen fatalities and injuries due to car accidents have decreased in 2010 compared to previous years. Out of the total fatalities in Arizona, victims age 19 and below accounted for 76 deaths, while 45 of the fatalities were teens ages 15- to 19-years old.

We are very sad to report that on Wednesday night, October 8, 2011, a 16-year old teen died after falling out of a moving Toyota truck. According to AZ Central, the Arizona passenger accident happened on Citrus Road while the four-door pickup truck was traveling southbound.

What May Have Caused This Fatal Injury Accident?

Based on reports by AZ Central, seven high school students were traveling southbound on Citrus Road when the 16-year-old boy started jumping up and down while the vehicle was moving. The driver of the truck pulled over to stop the boy from jumping but the teenager fell out of the vehicle.

Maricopa police does not believe that either alcohol or drugs were factors of the incident.

We send our deepest condolences to the family of the boy. Many people might think this type of accident is a fluke but many teens and small children are hurt this way when traveling in a vehicle. Just recently a small child fell out the window of a car while he was traveling with his mother and siblings in the back seat. Again, our thoughts and prayers go out to any family who has experienced a fatality like this one.

Arizona Car Accident Statistics

Arizona is infamous when it comes to its number of car crashes. However, over the past few years motor vehicle crashes in the state have slightly declined. According to ADOT, there was a -5.46% change in terms of the total fatalities in 2010, while crash-related injuries have declined to 50,110 which is equivalent to -1.31% change.

However, in Buckeye where the incident occurred, an increase in both fatalities and crash-related injuries has been reported. The county had 5 deaths and 185 injured people in 2010 compared to 3 deaths and 174 injured people in 2009.

Contact an Experienced Arizona Wrongful Death Lawyer

Accidents such as this are traumatic for everyone involved. If your family members has been killed while as passenger in a vehicle, it is important to discuss what legal rights you may have under the circumstances. The best Arizona auto accident wrongful death lawyers will offer free consultation and will not charge a fee until your case is settled. Alexis and Mark Breyer, Breyer Law Offices, P.C. will explain all your legal rights. We do not charge a fee until we win your case and offer free consultations. Call 602-457-6222.

In 2009 the New Registration Database of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that 24,474 people were killed in car crashes. 17,640 of those were the driver, 6,770 were passengers, and 54 deaths were unknown.

Based from the report of ABC15 Sunday morning, at Oak and 32nd street in Phoenix 2 vehicles collided. The vehicle which was a Honda Fit, driven by a 25 year old man failed to stop on a red light signal at 32nd street, he then collided with a Nissan Pathfinder, which was driven by a 32 year old female, and the female was ejected from her car and died at the scene. The man was brought to the hospital with non-life threatening injures while his passenger which was 25 year old female suffered with minor injuries. The police believed that alcohol is a factor for the accident and the case is ongoing and charges are pending.

When a person is killed in an Arizona auto accident as the result of another person’s negligence, the family of the fatal victim may pursue compensation for their losses from the at-fault party. Consulting with an experienced wrongful death claim attorney would ensure that you build an effective Arizona wrongful death case.

If driving a car do not talk or text on a cell phone, if you must receive a phone call pull over at the side of the road and complete the call. Eating while driving, also affects one’s attention and ability to react. Always keep both hands on the wheel, and stay calm. If one has taken a few drinks, do not drive. Always keep these tips in mind and one will have a safety journey.

If you have lost a loved one in a fatal car collision in Arizona, call our Phoenix fatal car crash attorneys for a free consultation at (602) 457-6222, we may be able to help you.