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Interstate 10 is the deadliest highway in Arizona. Our analysis of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) reveals 447 fatal crashes on …
Read More →There’s a grid of streets in West Phoenix that, according to federal crash data, is the most dangerous concentration of surface-street fatalities in the entire state of Arizona. If you live, …
Read More →We analyzed 379,090 traffic accident records from the Phoenix Police Department — every traffic-related call for service from 2018 through 2025. The data reveals clear patterns in when and how Phoenix …
Read More →Maricopa County is home to over 4.5 million people — and an alarming number of traffic fatalities. Our analysis of the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) reveals 3,801 fatal crashes …
Read More →Which roads in Phoenix are the most dangerous? We didn’t guess — we analyzed the data. Using the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) covering 2015–2022 and Phoenix Police Department …
Read More →Phoenix has a hit-and-run epidemic. There’s no other word for it. Our analysis of Phoenix Police Department calls-for-service data reveals approximately 20,000 hit-and-run incidents per year — …
Read More →After a car accident, especially a rear-end collision, many people seek chiropractic care for neck and back pain. Chiropractic treatment can be genuinely helpful — but how you approach it can …
Read More →Phoenix is a premier destination for major sporting events — and every one of them brings a surge in traffic, alcohol consumption, and car accidents. Whether it’s a big football game at State …
Read More →You’ve probably seen the ads: “Calculate your settlement in 60 seconds!” You plug in a few numbers, and a website spits out a dollar figure. These tools are everywhere. And …
Read More →The holiday season — Thanksgiving through New Year’s — is the deadliest period for drunk driving in Arizona. Office parties, family gatherings, New Year’s Eve celebrations, and bowl game …
Read More →After a car accident, you have two separate claims: your personal injury claim (for your physical injuries) and your property damage claim (for your vehicle). Many people focus on injuries and neglect …
Read More →Your car was damaged in an accident that wasn’t your fault. You need a vehicle to get to work, take your kids to school, and live your life. Who pays for a rental car?
Read More →Placing a loved one in a nursing home is one of the hardest decisions a family makes. Discovering that your loved one is being abused or neglected there is devastating. Arizona law provides strong …
Read More →During litigation, the defense may request that you attend an Independent Medical Examination (IME) — sometimes called a Defense Medical Examination (DME). Don’t let the word …
Read More →At Law Badgers, we built a crash data pipeline that aggregates information from three sources: the NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), the Arizona 511 real-time traffic system, and …
Read More →If we could give every Arizona driver one piece of advice, it would be this: buy a dashcam. A $50-100 camera mounted on your windshield can be the single most powerful piece of evidence in a car …
Read More →Car accidents can cause devastating burn injuries — from vehicle fires, exploding airbags, contact with hot engine components, or friction with the road surface (road rash). Beyond the immediate pain …
Read More →Arizona schools are back in session, and that means a sudden shift in traffic patterns. School zones activate, buses are on the road, and thousands of children are walking, biking, and crossing …
Read More →In a simple car accident case, the evidence may speak for itself — a police report, medical records, and your testimony. But in complex cases, expert witnesses are often the difference between a fair …
Read More →When a semi-truck or commercial vehicle is involved in a crash, everything changes. The injuries are more severe, the evidence is more complex, and the legal claims involve parties and regulations …
Read More →If you drive anywhere in the Phoenix metro, you’re surrounded by construction. Highway widening projects, Loop 202 extensions, I-10 improvements, light rail expansion — it seems like every major …
Read More →Lane splitting — motorcycles riding between lanes of stopped or slow-moving traffic — is a hot topic in Arizona. California legalized it years ago. Arizona has seen multiple legislative efforts to …
Read More →Rollover accidents account for a small percentage of total crashes but a disproportionate share of fatalities. The NHTSA estimates rollovers are involved in roughly one-third of all passenger vehicle …
Read More →You were in a car accident. Your health insurance paid $30,000 in medical bills. Now your injury case is settling — and your health insurance company sends a letter demanding $30,000 back from your …
Read More →Arizona has one of the strongest dog bite laws in the country. Under A.R.S. § 11-1025, the dog’s owner is strictly liable for bite injuries — meaning you don’t have to prove the owner was …
Read More →Most personal injury cases settle — either during pre-litigation negotiation or during mediation. But some cases need a trial to get a fair result. If your case is one of them, here’s what the …
Read More →Every February and March, the Cactus League brings millions of baseball fans to the Phoenix metro for spring training. Fifteen MLB teams play across 10 stadiums scattered throughout the Valley — from …
Read More →Most Arizona auto policies include an optional coverage called Medical Payments (MedPay) — and if yours does, it’s one of the most valuable tools available after a car accident. What MedPay Does …
Read More →If you’ve been talking to an attorney after a car accident, you’ve probably heard the term maximum medical improvement (MMI). It’s one of the most important concepts in personal …
Read More →Teen drivers between 16 and 19 are involved in more crashes per mile driven than any other age group. Arizona’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) program restricts new teen drivers — but violations …
Read More →Every year, new legislation takes effect in Arizona that affects drivers, accident victims, and personal injury claims. Here’s what changed heading into 2025 and what it means for you. The Big …
Read More →We’re in the thick of the most dangerous driving period of the year. From Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day, Maricopa County sees spikes in every category of traffic accident — and our …
Read More →Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest travel periods of the year in Arizona. I-17 northbound to Flagstaff becomes a parking lot. I-10 sees heavy traffic heading to Tucson and California. And …
Read More →Our crash data analysis reveals a clear secondary spike in fatal accidents between 10 PM and 2 AM — especially on Friday and Saturday nights. While fewer cars are on the road at night, the ones that …
Read More →Not every car accident is caused by another driver. Sometimes the road itself is the problem — a pothole that blows out your tire, a missing stop sign, a dangerous curve without guardrails, an …
Read More →Most people know about the statute of limitations — you generally have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit in Arizona. But there’s another deadline that can catch people off guard: the …
Read More →You’ve been in a car accident. You’re in pain. You’re stressed. You post on Facebook: “Ugh, what a day. At least I’m alive.” Or you post a photo at a family dinner …
Read More →Choosing the right doctor after a car accident matters for two reasons: your physical recovery depends on getting proper treatment, and your legal case depends on proper documentation. Not all doctors …
Read More →“How much is my case worth?” It’s the first question every car accident victim asks — and it deserves an honest answer, not an inflated number designed to get you to sign a retainer. …
Read More →A spinal cord injury from a car accident can change everything in an instant — permanent paralysis, loss of sensation, loss of bodily functions, and a lifetime of medical needs. These are among the …
Read More →Rideshare use in Phoenix has exploded — especially around events, nightlife, and spring training. But what happens when you’re a passenger in an Uber or Lyft and the driver causes — or is …
Read More →After a car accident, one of the first decisions you face is where to seek medical attention. The answer affects both your health and your legal case. Go to the Emergency Room If: You have head …
Read More →Everybody knows Phoenix summers are brutally hot. But most drivers don’t realize how profoundly the heat affects driving conditions — and crash rates. Tire Blowouts When road surface …
Read More →Electric scooters from companies like Lime, Bird, and Spin have become common across Phoenix and Scottsdale. And with them has come a wave of injuries — broken bones, head injuries, road rash, and …
Read More →Your car is totaled in an accident. The insurance company says it’s worth $18,000. But you still owe $24,000 on your car loan. You’re now without a car AND $6,000 in debt for a vehicle …
Read More →If your personal injury case doesn’t settle during pre-litigation negotiations and your attorney files a lawsuit, you’ll likely face a deposition — a formal, recorded interview where the …
Read More →If your personal injury case is in litigation and hasn’t settled through direct negotiation, the next step is usually mediation — a structured settlement conference led by a neutral mediator. …
Read More →Once you’ve finished medical treatment and reached maximum medical improvement, your attorney sends the insurance company a demand letter. This is the formal opening of settlement negotiations — …
Read More →Arizona’s highways — especially I-10 and I-17 — regularly produce multi-vehicle pileups. Dust storms, monsoon rain, fog near elevation changes, and high-speed rear-end chains can turn a single …
Read More →One of the most common questions we get from potential clients is: “Can I still get money if the accident was partially my fault?” In Arizona, the answer is almost always yes — and …
Read More →People sometimes ask whether Arizona is a “no-fault” state for car accidents. It isn’t. Arizona is a fault-based (tort) state — and that’s actually better for accident victims. …
Read More →New Year’s Eve is the single biggest night for DUI arrests in Arizona. Law enforcement agencies across Maricopa County deploy checkpoints, saturation patrols, and undercover units. Despite all …
Read More →Another year, another record-setting number of traffic fatalities in Maricopa County. Our crash data analysis shows fatal crashes increased 67% from 2015 to 2022. The trend hasn’t reversed. Here …
Read More →After a car accident, your memory of how your injuries affected your daily life will fade over time. Months later, when the insurance company asks what your “bad days” looked like, you …
Read More →Arizona’s diverse landscape means drivers share the road with elk, deer, javelina, coyotes, cattle, and even wild horses. Wildlife collisions are a serious hazard — especially on highways like …
Read More →Thanksgiving week is here, and Arizona’s highways will be packed. I-10 to Tucson, I-17 to Flagstaff, and every major arterial in the Valley will see dramatically increased traffic. Add holiday …
Read More →Phoenix’s roads are full of delivery vehicles — Amazon vans, FedEx trucks, UPS trucks, DoorDash drivers, Instacart shoppers, and dozens of other delivery services. These drivers are under …
Read More →Within days of your accident — sometimes within hours — you’ll get a call from the other driver’s insurance company. The adjuster will sound friendly, sympathetic, and helpful. They may …
Read More →“But you already had back problems.” It’s the insurance company’s favorite defense. If you had any pre-existing medical condition — a prior back injury, arthritis, a previous …
Read More →After a car accident in Phoenix, the responding officer prepares an accident report. This document becomes one of the most important pieces of evidence in your case. But most people don’t know …
Read More →The short answer: almost always, yes — but not 100% of the time. Arizona law creates a strong presumption that the driver who rear-ends another vehicle is at fault, because all drivers have a duty to …
Read More →Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most life-altering consequences of a car accident. It ranges from mild concussions to severe brain damage that permanently changes who you are. And …
Read More →Arizona’s hands-free law — A.R.S. § 28-914 — went into full enforcement on January 1, 2021. The law prohibits drivers from holding wireless devices while driving, including for calls, texting, …
Read More →Arizona law gives bicyclists the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers. Under A.R.S. § 28-812, a bicycle on the roadway is a vehicle — entitled to use the road and protected by the …
Read More →If you’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence in Arizona, the law entitles you to compensation for your losses. Here’s every category of damages you may be able to recover. …
Read More →Arizona requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance — $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. But an estimated 12% of Arizona drivers are on the road with no insurance at all. …
Read More →Parking lot accidents account for a significant percentage of all car accidents — and they’re surprisingly contentious when it comes to fault. Low speeds don’t mean low stakes, especially …
Read More →Phoenix consistently ranks among the most dangerous major cities in America for pedestrians. The numbers are staggering — and our analysis of federal and local crash data helps explain why.
Read More →After a car accident, you need medical treatment — but you may not have health insurance, or you may not be able to afford the copays and deductibles. That’s where medical liens come in.
Read More →Whiplash is the most common injury in car accidents — and the most dismissed. Insurance adjusters love to minimize whiplash claims, suggesting you’re exaggerating or that it should heal in a few …
Read More →One of the first questions clients ask is “how long will this take?” The honest answer: most car accident cases in Arizona settle within 6 to 18 months. Some resolve faster. Some take two …
Read More →The number one reason people hesitate to call an attorney after an accident is money. They assume they can’t afford a lawyer — especially when they’re already dealing with medical bills …
Read More →Arizona has one of the worst wrong-way driver problems in the country. These crashes are terrifying — they’re almost always head-on collisions at combined speeds of 130+ mph or more, and …
Read More →You’ve owned and lived in your old house for many years, and now you want to sell it. You know from our previous post on Arizona SPDS requirements that Arizona law requires you to disclose …
Read More →Before you pass on that juicy, scandalous bit of gossip you heard about someone, think twice. Defamation is no laughing matter in Arizona. You can be held liable for spreading falsehoods that damage …
Read More →Arizona is home to the so-called “stupid motorist” law — A.R.S. § 28-910. It’s one of the most uniquely Arizona statutes on the books, born from our intense monsoon season and the …
Read More →Enough with the pumpkin spice everything! October is apple season! Time for apple cider, caramel apples, apple pie, apple crisp, and a ton of other apple treats. Apple Varieties for Arizona …
Read More →We here at Law Badgers love Halloween — a crazy fun day that’s not just for kids anymore. Did you know that Americans on average spend more on Halloween than any holiday other than Christmas? …
Read More →Did you know that you don’t have any legal duty to provide emergency help to someone who is in peril, sick, or injured? Unless you caused the peril or injury, Arizona law doesn’t require …
Read More →You’re driving down the highway at 65 mph when one of your tires blows out. It’s an alarming experience even for experienced drivers. For inexperienced drivers, it can cause panic and a …
Read More →One of our pet peeves is drivers who use their horns to express frustration or impatience with another driver. It’s annoying. It contributes to road rage. And in Arizona, it can be illegal.
Read More →One of the questions we get asked most at Law Badgers is: “Why should I hire an attorney for a car accident?” It’s a fair question. Let’s answer it directly.
Read More →You may have noticed in our blog posts that we frequently cite the “Revised Arizona Jury Instructions (Civil)” — commonly known as RAJIs. Why? Because they’re simple, authoritative …
Read More →Car accidents in Phoenix are not slowing down. Our analysis of Phoenix Police Department data shows 379,090 traffic accidents from 2018 through 2025 — roughly 47,000 per year. Maricopa County leads …
Read More →There’s nothing more frustrating than buying a new car and having it break down repeatedly. If your new vehicle has a defect that the dealer can’t fix after a reasonable number of …
Read More →Anyone who has driven at night in Arizona has had the unpleasant experience of being blinded by an approaching vehicle with its bright lights on. It’s not just annoying — it’s dangerous …
Read More →The autumnal equinox — the moment when day and night are roughly equal in length — marks the official start of fall. In 2022, it falls on September 22. For those of us in Phoenix, it means the brutal …
Read More →We’ve all encountered railroad crossings and probably all been delayed by a passing train. We may have even seen someone drive around lowered crossing gates — a reckless decision that can be …
Read More →Way back in the day, the law in most states held that injuries caused by an intoxicated person were solely the responsibility of that person. You couldn’t sue whoever sold them the alcohol. …
Read More →You’ve heard all the evidence and the arguments. The lawyers and parties take a seat. Now it’s just you and your fellow jurors. This is the final part of our jury duty series.
Read More →You’ve made it through selection and you’re on the jury. You’ve been given a badge identifying you as a juror. The judge will instruct you not to discuss the case with anyone, not to …
Read More →You showed up at court on the date specified because you’re a good citizen. Now what? This is Part 2 of our jury duty series. How Selection Works Procedures vary somewhat between courts, but the …
Read More →If you haven’t already, you’ll likely be summoned for jury duty in Arizona. When you receive that summons, it means you’ve been randomly selected from a list of registered voters …
Read More →We’ve decided to take a quick break from all the legal stuff and share something that might make your taste buds happy. It’s fall (almost). Football is back. And all the cool weather …
Read More →On Labor Day, we celebrate the many contributions of American workers to the prosperity and success of the United States. American workers built our cities, constructed a system of railroads spanning …
Read More →You may have heard the word “tort” thrown around in legal contexts. It’s kind of a funny word — sounds like it should involve chocolate and cream. But in the legal world, a tort is …
Read More →By now, we’ve all heard the public service ads urging us not to text and drive. Texting and driving is not only dangerous — it’s illegal in Arizona. In 2019, Arizona joined the majority of …
Read More →Everyone knows you can get a ticket for speeding. But did you know you can be ticketed in Arizona for driving too slowly? The Law A.R.S. § 28-704 states that a person “shall not drive a motor …
Read More →There’s something about getting behind the wheel that causes some people to lose all sense of civility. Even mild-mannered people can transform into aggressive, reckless drivers when something …
Read More →Seat belts are the single most important safety device in your car. The NHTSA estimates that seat belts reduce the risk of fatal injury to front-seat occupants by 45% and the risk of …
Read More →Arizona legalized recreational marijuana in 2020 under Proposition 207. Adults 21 and older can possess up to one ounce. But legality in Arizona doesn’t mean legality everywhere — and traveling …
Read More →It’s monsoon season in Arizona — time for intense storms to break up the blast furnace heat. Because we don’t get storms year-round, many Arizona drivers aren’t experienced driving …
Read More →It’s that time of year. Weekends are all about football. Whether you’re tailgating at State Farm Stadium, watching at a sports bar, or hosting a watch party at home, nothing goes with …
Read More →You were in a car crash caused by the other driver’s negligence. You’ve been injured. Your car was totaled. You hired a lawyer. Now, to add insult to injury, the insurance company has made …
Read More →It’s back-to-school time. Daily routines are changing. Kids are out and about — walking to and from school, gathering at bus stops, riding bikes, playing sports. It’s time for all of us to …
Read More →If you’ve been through the process of buying or selling a house in Arizona, you know that the seller must make disclosures about the property. The primary vehicle for this is the Residential …
Read More →Nothing goes better with a day on the lake than cold drinks and sunshine. But operating a boat while intoxicated is just as illegal — and just as dangerous — as driving a car while impaired. Arizona …
Read More →Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become a fixture in Phoenix — especially around the airport, Scottsdale nightlife, sporting events, and concerts. But when a rideshare vehicle is involved in …
Read More →Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the United States. Every year, over six million crashes occur nationwide, resulting in millions of injuries. And distracted driving …
Read More →Between 2015 and 2022, 4,054 people died in traffic accidents in Maricopa County alone. Each one of those fatalities left behind a family — and many of those families have the legal right to seek …
Read More →With hot summers and mild winters, Arizona’s lakes are popular for boating, jet skiing, fishing, and water sports year-round. But recreational boating comes with real risks — collisions, …
Read More →The personal injury attorney you hire is probably the most important factor in determining how much money you recover for your injuries. Not all attorneys are created equal. Here are the questions you …
Read More →You hear the word “negligence” thrown around constantly in the legal world. But what does it actually mean for your case? In Arizona personal injury law, negligence is the foundation of …
Read More →If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence in Arizona, the clock is ticking. Arizona law imposes strict deadlines on your right to file a lawsuit — and if you miss them, you …
Read More →Dog bites can be painful, disfiguring, and even life-threatening. Medical expenses for treatment — surgery, antibiotics, rabies shots, plastic surgery for scarring — can be enormous. If you’ve …
Read More →If you’ve been injured on the job in Arizona, workers’ compensation is designed to cover your medical expenses and a portion of your lost wages — regardless of who was at fault. But …
Read More →In a previous post we discussed pain and suffering damages. But there’s another category of damages that’s closely related and often overlooked: loss of enjoyment of life, also called …
Read More →Not every car accident requires an attorney. A minor fender-bender with no injuries and clear liability? You can probably handle the insurance claim yourself. But once injuries are involved, the …
Read More →Phoenix has a massive hit-and-run problem. Our analysis of Phoenix Police Department calls-for-service data reveals approximately 20,000 hit-and-run incidents per year — nearly half of all traffic …
Read More →Every product you buy — from the tires on your car to the medication in your cabinet — should be safe for its intended use. When a product is defective and causes injury, Arizona law holds the entire …
Read More →You got into a wreck caused by someone else’s negligence. Your car is damaged. You have medical bills. You’ve missed work. But there’s another category of damages that many people …
Read More →If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall on someone else’s property, you may have a premises liability claim. In Arizona, property owners and occupiers have a legal duty to maintain their …
Read More →Phoenix is one of the hottest cities in America. Summer temperatures routinely exceed 110°F, and pavement surface temperatures can reach 170°F. Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition that occurs …
Read More →Whether it’s a holiday barbecue, a Super Bowl watch party, or just a weekend gathering, hosting a house party in Arizona comes with legal responsibilities you should understand — especially if …
Read More →There’s nothing more American than the Fourth of July. It’s a day we can all come together and celebrate the birth of our country. But it’s also one of the most dangerous holidays of …
Read More →“Soft tissue injury” is the term insurance companies use to try to make your injuries sound minor. Don’t let them. Soft tissue injuries — whiplash, sprains, strains, contusions, and …
Read More →Your car was in an accident. It’s been repaired. It looks fine. But here’s the thing: it’s now worth less than an identical car that was never in an accident. That loss in value is …
Read More →You’ve been in a car accident and you’re shaken up. It’s hard to think clearly when you’re in shock. That’s why having a checklist matters — so you don’t forget …
Read More →If you’re in a Phoenix car accident caused by someone with no insurance — or not enough insurance — who pays for your injuries? If you don’t have UIM coverage, the answer might be: nobody. …
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