A car accident can happen in seconds but leave lasting effects. In those first moments, it can be difficult to think clearly or know what to do next. Acting quickly and carefully helps ensure safety, proper documentation and a smoother recovery process. Check safety...
Car Accidents
Can a pothole make the government liable for your car crash?
Potholes can cause serious vehicle damage and, in some cases, lead to dangerous collisions. When the poorly maintained road you were driving on falls under government responsibility, you might be wondering if you have any legal grounds for filing a claim....
Can you recover compensation if you were partly at fault?
Many people assume that if they contributed to a car accident, they lose the right to seek compensation. In Arizona, that is not how it works. The state follows a rule called pure comparative negligence, which means you can still recover damages even if you share some...
How dashcam videos help or hurt your car crash claim
A dashcam can feel like protection until a crash puts it under a microscope. What your camera captured in the seconds before impact can shape how your claim gets evaluated. In Arizona, dashcam footage may support your case or give insurers material they may use...
Can I recover money if I was 50% at-fault in an Arizona crash?
You're sitting at home, still shaken from your recent crash. The police report arrived and your heart sank when you read it. You were found 50% at fault. The other driver shares equal blame. Now you're wondering if you can recover anything for your injuries and...
Can I still seek compensation if I was also at fault for a crash?
Many drivers assume that making a mistake behind the wheel means walking away empty-handed, but in Arizona, it is not necessarily true. This blog explains how the state protects your right to compensation and what you might recover. Arizona's comparative negligence...
Driver blamed the weather. Can you still sue?
Arizona drivers don’t get a free pass just because the road was slick or the weather turned bad. If someone made poor choices behind the wheel, even in rough conditions, they can still be held responsible. Here’s what you need to know when weather becomes part of the...
When should you replace a car seat after a crash?
Most parents know that children need to be in car seats if they’re young and meet the requirements. These seats are designed to protect children during a crash, but their safety features can be compromised if they’re in an accident. Even if the car seat still looks...
Are highways more or less safe for drivers than other roads?
Some people have a significant fear of driving. This is often true for young drivers who lack experience, or for older drivers who have been involved in accidents before. In fact, car accidents can cause things like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which could...
Your teen has been injured in an accident. Now what?
When a teen is injured in an accident, parents may – very understandably – panic. If you are a parent to a teen who has recently been hurt in a crash, your first instinct is likely to be ensuring that your child is safe and receiving proper medical care. Once those...

