According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), teen drivers between 16 and 19 have the highest rate of motor vehicle crashes among all age groups. This group of young drivers experiences a fatal crash rate almost three times higher per mile driven than drivers 20 and older. Here’s what…
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, the last thing you want to hear is that the at-fault driver’s insurance won’t cover all your expenses. To find additional compensation, you can sue the other driver, use your uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, or look for other potentially liable parties. An experienced…
Chest pain after a car crash could be a symptom of a serious injury. Seeking immediate medical care is crucial to avoid complications that could lead to long-term health problems or even death. The Arizona car accident lawyers at Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, P.L.L.C. want to help if you suffered…
If you’re in a car accident in Arizona, there are certain things you can do to help your chances of securing compensation later. Try to remain calm and complete as many of the following steps as you can. Remember: help is available in the form of an experienced Arizona car…
When a traffic light turns yellow, a driver should slow down and prepare to stop. A driver who accelerates instead puts themselves and other road users at risk of a deadly accident. Motorists with a yellow light should slow down and stop rather than try to cross an intersection before…
Under the eggshell skull rule, an at-fault party in a car accident is legally liable for the victim’s injuries even when their injuries were worse because of their already fragile condition. The individual whose negligence caused the accident must accept the plaintiff as they are, recognizing that some people may be…
With video cameras seemingly on every corner and in every person’s hand, many Arizona motor vehicle accidents are recorded daily. Traffic footage of a crash can provide a valuable account of what happened. You can request footage of the collision from the people or agencies that own it. However, not…
When two vehicles traveling in different directions reach an intersection simultaneously, one vehicle must yield to let the other pass. In Arizona, the driver on the left at an intersection typically yields the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right. However, certain circumstances may change who has the right-of-way. To avoid…
If you suffered injuries in a car accident caused by another driver in Arizona, you may have the right to seek financial relief for your losses. The average settlement amount in car accident cases depends on numerous factors, including the severity of injuries, the long-term impact on your life, the…
Every motorist in Arizona should familiarize themselves with the state’s driving laws to ensure they safely operate their vehicles. Most drivers know the law requires them to have a driver’s license and wear seat belts. Other essential traffic laws include the “Move Over Law,” the “Stupid Motorist Law,” and regulations…
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