Phoenix Car Accident Attorneys

Motor Vehicle Accidents in Phoenix

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An automobile accident can change your life in a few seconds. The emotional and financial stress can be overwhelming and you will need the help of an experienced attorney to get you through this. Call us at the Motor Vehicle Accident Law Offices of “insert attorney name” in Phoenix. Let our experience work for you!

Overview

Every year, there are thousands of people in Phoenix that are injured due to auto accidents.
Most automobile accidents are caused by:
- Driver negligence – eating, talking on a cell phone, speeding
- Under the influence of alcohol, drugs
- Fatigue
- Changing lanes without signaling
- Road conditions – construction, potholes
- Weather conditions – rain, ice, fog

Common injuries that occur:
- Broken bones
- Internal bleeding
- Whiplash
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head injuries
- Neck injuries

Types of motor vehicle accidents:
- Rear-end collisions
- SUV rollover
- Drunk driving
- Mechanical defects

Statistics in Phoenix show:
- Auto accidents are the leading cause of personal injury and death.
- Most accidents in Phoenix happen between Midnight and 3:00 a.m.
- There are over 6 million car accidents in the United States every year.
- Over 35,000 people were killed in Phoenix in 2007 because of auto accidents.
- An accident happens every 60 seconds.

Fact: You will recover more if you are represented by an experienced Motor Vehicle Accident attorney; do not settle by yourself with an insurance company.

Damages

Diminished Resale Value – reduction of car’s value after an accident
- Phoenix allows you to file a claim for the reduced value of your vehicle plus the cost to repair it.
- Your vehicle is less than 5 years old and the repairs have exceeded $2,000.

Compensation for:
- Medical expenses – present and future
- Pain and suffering – present and future
- Salary – future income loss
- Personal property
- Pre-existing condition that has been aggravated due to the car accident

Accident Checklist

Call the police – wait for them.
If car is in the middle of traffic, move it to the side.
Do not talk to the insurance company.
Do not settle damages with the other driver.
Get the following information:
- Name
- Address
- Telephone number
- Driver’s license
- Insurance company name
- Get all passenger and witness names (if any)
Keep a camera, pad and pencil in your car – take photos of your injuries, damages and road conditions.

Later that day

Call your insurance company.
See your doctor.
Get a copy of the police report.
Contact an attorney.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage

Statistics show that 1 out of every 7 injuries that result from a car accident is caused by an uninsured driver.
Protects you against a driver who does not have liability insurance.
You can make a claim under your own insurance.

No-Fault Coverage

You can be reimbursed by your insurance company regardless of who was at fault.

Personal Injury

Physical bodily injury resulting from another person’s negligence while driving.
Civil law case

Wrongful Death

The loss of a loved one due to another person’s negligence or misconduct while driving.
- If you are a survivor of the decedent, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit if:
  - You can prove your loved one’s death was due to the negligence of the other driver.
  - Family members are experiencing the loss of financial support, comfort, etc. due to the death caused by another driver.
You are entitled to be compensated for
- Economic damages
  - Financial support by decedent
  - Funeral costs
- Non-economic damages
  - Loss of love, affection
  - Companionship
  - Moral support

Conclusion
A motor vehicle accident will cause you and your family a lot of stress and expenses. We will meet your needs for a quick settlement. If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, contact an attorney at the Motor Vehicle Accident Law Offices of “insert attorney name”.