Going for a jog often means running along the shoulder of the road, moving against traffic, or running on the sidewalk. This means that, even for those who have been doing it for years, there’s always some level of inherent risk. In order to avoid being struck by a...
Mesa Personal Injury Law Blog
How do you determine if someone else was negligent?
If you want to file an insurance claim or take someone to civil court in a personal injury lawsuit, you typically need either proof that they did something illegal or that they were negligent. Negligence plays an important role in a variety of personal injury claims,...
How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Arizona?
Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult under any circumstance. It is even more heartbreaking when the loved one’s death is attributable to someone one else’s negligent or wrongful actions. If you lose someone you love due to another party’s negligence, you should...
Is it time for your father to hand over the car keys?
There is a sense of freedom that comes along with the privilege of driving. We start when we’re teenagers and don’t really give it another thought. Then, one day, your 78-year-old father is cited for an accident that puts him and the driver of the other car in the...
What should you expect from a traumatic brain injury?
A traumatic brain injury can be extremely serious and lead to many major changes in your life. After a serious auto collision, you need to seek immediate medical care to find out if you have a head injury and, if so, how serious it is. A traumatic brain injury can...
What happens when insurers won’t pay for car accident claims?
Most people make consistent payments on their auto insurance policies, often for years or decades, and rarely need to file a claim. Car accident victims want the coverage they purchased when the crash damages their physical well-being and property. Unfortunately, some...
How coffee can lead to car accidents?
It’s very clear that drinking alcohol before driving – or even while driving – is both illegal and dangerous. But people often think that it’s fine to eat or drink other goods in the car. In fact, having a cup of coffee on the way to the office is a staple for many...
3 ways Arizona pedestrians can reduce their risk in traffic
Pedestrians have nothing to protect them if they get struck by a motor vehicle. The collisions between cars and people are often very one-sided, with the pedestrian suffering severe injuries, while the driver of the vehicle involved may not even end up with a bruise...
A driver’s dog may be the cause of your car accident
Summer is practically here and many people are taking their dogs on car rides to enjoy the heat. You may see a furry friend sticking its head out a car window to enjoy the cool breeze as it flies by. The dog's owners may think some fresh air and a short drive would do...
Be seen when you’re on a motorcycle
When you average 301 sunny days a year in Mesa, almost every day is a perfect day to get out your motorcycle and hit the open road. However, before you do, it’s important to brush up on some safety tips - after all, motorcyclists are more vulnerable than other drivers...

