The electric scooter craze has come to Arizona and has made companies like Lime, Bird and Razor household names. This creative solution has been heralded as an alternative solution to environmental issues like carbon emissions of greenhouse gases. However, public...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
2 ways insurance companies may trick you after a crash
In the aftermath of a car crash, you turn to insurance companies for support. If you are like most drivers in Arizona, you expect to receive the coverage you deserve after a crash and trust that the insurance company will do right by you. However, insurance companies...
Why are personal injury attorneys paid on contingency?
Those who hire an attorney will often find that the cost is based on the time spent working on the legal matter. Usually, a retainer is paid up front to start the work, and they will then charge an hourly rate against the retainer with additional billing for work...
Is it more dangerous to ride your bike on the sidewalk?
If you see someone riding their bicycle on the sidewalk, it is often because they simply feel safer being a bit further away from traffic. They know that cyclists are allowed on the road, but they feel like riding that close to cars is a major risk. Taking to the...
Does partial responsibility for a crash mean you can’t sue?
The approach many people have to finding fault after a crash is often overly simplistic. People believe that there will be one person who is clearly at fault, while the other isn't. Reality is often far more complex. There could be more than two vehicles involved, and...
In a rear-end crash, who is typically at fault?
A rear-end crash may not have the same odds of leading to a fatality as a head-on crash. However, it can still lead to catastrophic injuries. If you’re a parent who is driving with children in the back seat, you also want to be aware of the increased danger they face...
Are e-bikes safe to ride?
Pedal-assisted electric bikes are all the rage now, with rentable versions popping up all over Arizona. They give you an extra push for your pedaling, making long distance rides a lot easier -- as long as you keep your battery charged. They’re a little heavier than...
Despite their slogans, insurance companies aren’t on your side
Insurance companies love to make themselves look friendly, helpful and supportive. Their ads often feature exaggeratedly warm characters or spokespeople with soothing and calming voices in order to make people feel safe and secure when they think of that particular...
What should you do after a car accident?
There’s no easy way to answer the question of what you should do after a car accident, and here’s why: You never know what types of challenges you’ll face. For example, if you’re involved in a minor fender bender, you may be able to move to safety and exchange...
Spot the warning signs of a distracted driver
As most Arizonans know, distracted driving is dangerous — it’s a leading cause of motor vehicle accidents throughout the United States. No matter if it’s texting, changing the music, eating a meal or settling down the kids in the backseat, all these activities and...

