Car Accident

Woman arrested in connection to hit-and-run crash that left Phoenix PD motorcycle officer seriously injured

PHOENIX, AZ — The driver who struck a Phoenix PD motorcycle officer on December 28th, 2021 has been arrested.  The suspect has been identified as 52 year old Elizabeth Eaton. The accident occurred around 12:30AM Monday morning.  The officer was traveling eastbound on Bethany Home Road and 26th Avenue when Eaton turned left in front…

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Man Dies After Trying to Run Girlfriend off I-10 in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ – A man who tried to run his girlfriend off the road on Interstate 10 has died after striking an SUV when his truck turned the wrong way, Arizona Department of Public Safety said. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on December 23rd in the westbound lanes of I-10 near 27th Avenue.  FOX…

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Valley Teenager Killed in Crash Near 7th Ave and Camelback Rd

PHOENIX, AZ — On December 11th, a 15-year-old girl, later identified as Alessa Osuna, died after a two-vehicle crash near 7th Avenue and Camelback Road. Phoenix police responded to the call around 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Investigators say a vehicle traveling southbound on 7th Avenue began to make a left turn when it collided with a vehicle…

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The Dangers of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving poses serious injury risks from car accidents, house fires, cooking burns and cuts, slip-and-falls, and heart attacks. Unfortunately, many of these injuries result in death for thousands of Americans each year. Thanksgiving Dangers According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), each year thousands of people end up in hospital emergency rooms…

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Trick-or-Treat: The Scary Truth About Halloween Injuries

Many Halloween traditions involve pumpkins, apple cider, and even a scary hayride, but we are going to bet there will be some neighborhood trick-or-treating involved too. And for the more than 41.1 million trick-or-treaters, the majority children ages 5 to 14, who hit U.S. doorsteps in 2019 requesting a Halloween treat, many injuries followed. This…

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Accidents Caused by Rain/Inclement Weather

Phoenix, just like the rest of Arizona, is known for getting plenty of rain during the summer monsoons. Rain leads to wet, slick roads, which can make roads dangerous for motorists. In fact, when it rains, statistics show that the number of car accidents increases. All drivers are supposed to be smart and drive safely…

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Arizona Statute of Limitations

The statute of limitations in Arizona is set at two years for all personal injury claims. It is one year for libel or slander claims, which are a subset of personal injury law. Some exceptions may apply when it takes longer than a year for a person to reasonably realize an injury has occurred. What…

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Top 5 Causes Why Wrong Way Driver Accidents Occur?

It is imperative that Phoenix drivers understand the dangers and causes of wrong-way accidents, as well as what to do if they are injured. Wrong-way driving accounts for only a small percentage of car accidents; however, they are more likely to be fatal or result in serious injuries. The United States Department of Transportation (DOT)…

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Car Accidents Involving Cattle

Vehicles colliding with large, heavy animals, such as cattle or other livestock, can cause catastrophic harm for the driver and passengers. Throughout Arizona, livestock owners are required to properly secure their animals, but they may not always be legally responsible for damages. Understand Your Right to Compensation After a Car Accident Involving Cattle or Other…

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Who’s at Fault in a Single-Car Accident?

Most car accident crashes involve two or more cars. But there are times when an accident may involve your car only. Suppose you swerve to avoid an animal in the road and end up slamming into a building. Who is at fault for such an accident? Single car accidents are not always the car driver’s…

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