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You came home to your Phoenix apartment expecting safety, and instead you were attacked, robbed, or worse. The person who hurt you is the obvious villain, but they are rarely the only one to blame. …
Read More →Arizona has more backyard pools per capita than almost anywhere in the country, and that beauty comes with a brutal cost. Drowning is a leading cause of death for young children in Maricopa County, …
Read More →You’re driving I-10 through Phoenix when the truck ahead of you sheds a load of pipe, lumber, or loose gravel across three lanes. There’s nowhere to go. A cargo spill accident in Arizona …
Read More →A jackknife happens in seconds. One moment a tractor-trailer is rolling down I-10, the next its trailer swings out sideways and folds toward the cab like a closing pocketknife — sweeping across …
Read More →A drowsy big-rig driver barreling down I-10 at 70 miles per hour is just as dangerous as a drunk one. When a fatigued trucker drifts across the line and slams into your vehicle, the consequences are …
Read More →You are riding along a Phoenix street, hugging the bike lane like you are supposed to, when a parked driver flings their door open without looking. There is no time to react. One second you are …
Read More →You were riding straight through a green light when a car swung left across your lane and gave you nowhere to go. Now you are in a hospital bed, the driver is telling everyone they “never …
Read More →You got hit on a Phoenix freeway by a driver who never saw you, and the first thing the insurance adjuster asks is whether you were wearing a helmet. That question is a trap, and it is designed to …
Read More →A driver who hits a pedestrian almost always blames the pedestrian first. They tell the police you “came out of nowhere,” and the insurance adjuster runs with it. The truth is that Arizona …
Read More →You climbed into the back seat expecting a safe ride home from a Scottsdale bar or Sky Harbor, not a nightmare. When an Uber or Lyft driver turns a routine trip into an assault — groping, a violent …
Read More →The crash was bad enough. Then the other driver admits the worst part: no insurance. Your stomach drops, because you assume that means nobody is paying for your wrecked car and your busted back. Take …
Read More →You had the green. You did everything right. Then a driver blew through the cross-traffic light and slammed into the side of your car. Red-light running is one of the most dangerous and most common …
Read More →You were stopped at a red light on Camelback, or slowing for brake lights on the I-10, and out of nowhere the car behind you slammed into your bumper. Your neck snaps forward, your coffee is …
Read More →Roundabouts are supposed to make intersections safer, and in many ways they do. But when a driver guns it into the circle without yielding, the crash that follows can leave you with a wrecked car, a …
Read More →You were stopped at a light in Phoenix, or maybe halfway through a green at an intersection in Sun City, when an older driver rolled through and hit you. Now you are dealing with pain, a wrecked car, …
Read More →A driver who has gone 24 hours without sleep is impaired in the same ways as someone over the legal alcohol limit — slower reactions, poor judgment, and tunnel vision. The difference is there’s …
Read More →One second you are cruising down Loop 202, the next your tire explodes against a crater-sized pothole and you are fighting the wheel at 65 miles per hour. Or a mattress, a ladder, or a shredded truck …
Read More →The I-17 is one of the most unforgiving stretches of road in Phoenix, and the on-ramps are where it bites hardest. Short merge lanes, fast-moving traffic, and drivers who refuse to make room turn a …
Read More →You were driving straight through an intersection with the green light, and out of nowhere a car cut across your path to make a left turn. Now your car is wrecked, your neck and back are screaming, …
Read More →You shook hands on a settlement and now you are staring at your phone wondering when the money actually shows up. The honest answer in Arizona is that the deal closing is not the same as the check …
Read More →You’re stopped at a light on Camelback, minding your own business, when a rental SUV with California plates plows into the back of your car. The driver is shaken, apologetic, and three states …
Read More →Not every Phoenix crash comes down to one careless driver. Sometimes a chain-reaction pileup on the I-10, a botched lane change that triggers a second collision, or two drivers both running a yellow …
Read More →You are hurt, the bills are stacking up, and the at-fault driver’s insurance company has not paid you a dime. That is normal, and it does not mean you are stuck. In Arizona, your medical bills …
Read More →A day or two after your Phoenix crash, the other driver’s insurance adjuster calls. They sound friendly, almost helpful, and somewhere in that conversation they ask to “just get your …
Read More →You paid your premiums for years. Then a wreck happens, you file a claim, and suddenly the insurance company treats you like the enemy: stalling, lowballing, demanding paperwork you already sent, or …
Read More →You crawl out of a wrecked car on Loop 101, you’re sore, and a few days later the insurance adjuster calls to tell you your vehicle is a “total loss.” What does that actually mean? …
Read More →The adjuster called fast, sounded friendly, and put a number on the table before your bruises even faded. That number is almost always a lowball settlement offer, and it is designed to close your file …
Read More →You got hit by a driver with no insurance, or nowhere near enough of it, and now you’re staring at medical bills that aren’t yours to pay. Here’s what most Arizona drivers never …
Read More →If the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division told you that you need an SR-22, you probably have a lot of questions and not many clear answers. An SR-22 is not insurance, it is not a punishment you can …
Read More →The crash was months ago, but your body never got the memo. The neck still locks up when you turn your head, the lower back screams when you stand too long, and the headaches never really left. …
Read More →You walked away from the wreck. You feel sore but standing, so you wave off the ambulance and drive home. Six hours later you’re on the bathroom floor, dizzy and pale, because your spleen has …
Read More →A broken bone is not a minor injury, no matter what the insurance adjuster tells you. One bad collision on the I-10 or Loop 202 can leave you with surgical hardware, weeks off work, and a bone that …
Read More →You walked away from the crash, told the officer you were fine, and went home with a headache. Three weeks later you can’t focus at work, light hurts your eyes, and your spouse says you’re …
Read More →A herniated disc is one of the most painful and disruptive injuries you can suffer in a Phoenix car wreck, and it is also one the insurance company will fight hardest. The crash force that throws your …
Read More →The bruises fade, the car gets fixed, and everyone around you assumes you are “fine.” But you still flinch at every red light, your heart pounds on the Loop 101, and you have not slept …
Read More →A crash throws your face toward the steering wheel, the dashboard, the airbag, or the side glass in a fraction of a second. The result is often broken teeth, a fractured jaw, deep lacerations, or a …
Read More →When a crash hits, your hands are already on the wheel and your arms instinctively brace — which is exactly why wrists and hands take such a brutal beating in Arizona collisions. A broken hand or …
Read More →The shoulder is the body’s most mobile joint, which is exactly why a car crash can wreck it so badly. One violent jolt against a seatbelt, a braced arm slamming the steering wheel, or a side …
Read More →A knee injury from a car accident can quietly take over your life. One minute you are stopped at a light on Camelback Road; the next, your knee slams into the dashboard and nothing about walking, …
Read More →Phoenix has a pedestrian death crisis. Our city consistently ranks among the deadliest in the nation for people on foot. But the danger isn’t evenly distributed — it concentrates at specific …
Read More →You walk out to your car and your heart drops — someone smashed into it and drove away. No note, no driver, no witnesses. Unfortunately, this happens thousands of times every year in Phoenix. …
Read More →Old Town Scottsdale is one of the Phoenix metro area’s most popular nightlife destinations — dozens of bars and clubs packed into a few walkable blocks. That concentration of alcohol and …
Read More →Arizona State University’s Tempe campus has tens of thousands of students on the ground each day — and most of them are on foot, on bikes, or on e-scooters at some point during the day. Combined …
Read More →The stretch of Interstate 19 running south from Tucson to Nogales is one of Arizona’s most dangerous highways. Our NHTSA FARS analysis identified 72 fatal crashes on I-19 between 2015 and 2022 — …
Read More →Arizona’s roads are becoming more dangerous every year. Between 2015 and 2022, the state recorded 7,652 fatal crashes and 8,402 traffic fatalities — a 48% increase in deadly crashes over just …
Read More →The sun sets, and Phoenix roads get deadly. Our analysis of NHTSA FARS data reveals that a disproportionate number of fatal crashes in the Phoenix metro area occur between dusk and dawn — despite …
Read More →Arizona consistently ranks among the most dangerous states in the country for motorcyclists. Year-round riding weather, wide-open highways, and a culture of speed create conditions that put riders at …
Read More →If you commute through Mesa on the US-60 Superstition Freeway, you’re driving one of the most dangerous highways in Arizona. Our NHTSA FARS analysis ranks the US-60 as the second-deadliest …
Read More →The Loop 202 — split between the Red Mountain Freeway (north) and the Santan Freeway (south) — serves as the primary freeway for the fast-growing East Valley. As Mesa, Gilbert, and Chandler have …
Read More →The Loop 101 — known as the Agua Fria Freeway on the west, the Pima Freeway through the northeast, and the Price Freeway through the southeast (Tempe/Chandler) — is one of the busiest and most …
Read More →Labor Day weekend is the last hurrah of summer — and Arizona law enforcement knows it. Enhanced DUI patrols blanket the state, but impaired drivers still cause dozens of crashes every Labor Day …
Read More →You’ve been in an accident. You’re stressed, possibly hurt, and the insurance process feels overwhelming. Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to filing your claim in Arizona. Step 1: …
Read More →If you’ve been in a car accident and you’re worried about the cost of hiring a lawyer, here’s the short answer: you pay nothing unless we win. That’s not marketing language — …
Read More →Chandler is one of the largest employment hubs in the East Valley. Intel’s Ocotillo campus, Microchip Technology’s headquarters, Wells Fargo’s operations center, and dozens of other …
Read More →Every March, the NCAA tournament turns bars, restaurants, and living rooms across Phoenix into packed watch parties. Wings, beer, brackets, and overtime games that stretch well past midnight. …
Read More →Insurance companies love to dismiss whiplash as a “minor” injury. But if you’ve ever had it, you know there’s nothing minor about chronic neck pain, headaches, limited …
Read More →“What’s the average settlement for a car accident in Arizona?” is one of the most common questions we hear. The honest answer: there is no meaningful average, and anyone who gives …
Read More →When pavement temperatures in Phoenix reach 160°F+ during summer, the heat becomes a direct cause of accidents. It’s not just discomfort — extreme heat causes tire blowouts, road surface damage, …
Read More →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 →If you’ve been in a car accident during Phoenix rush hour, you’re not alone — and the data proves it. Law Badgers analyzed 379,090 police-dispatched traffic accident calls in Phoenix …
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 →You walk out to your car and find a dent, scrape, or worse — and no note. No driver. No information. Just damage. Hitting a parked car and leaving is a crime in Arizona. Under A.R.S. § 28-665, the …
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 →Every few months, the same headline appears in Phoenix news: a wrong-way driver on I-17. The crashes are nearly always catastrophic — head-on collisions at combined speeds of 130+ mph — and they are …
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 →You were in a car accident. At the time, you felt fine — maybe some soreness, but nothing major. You didn’t go to the ER. You figured you’d be okay.
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 →The call goes something like this: the insurance adjuster is friendly, sympathetic, and “just needs you to sign a medical authorization so they can process your claim.” It sounds …
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 →A car accident is terrifying for anyone. When you’re pregnant, the fear is compounded — you’re not just worried about yourself, you’re worried about your baby. If you were in a car …
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 →The Loop 101 — Agua Fria on the west side, Pima on the east — is one of the most heavily trafficked freeways in the Phoenix metro. It connects Scottsdale, Tempe, Chandler, Glendale, and Peoria in a …
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 →Interstate 17 is the primary north-south artery through Phoenix, connecting the city to Flagstaff, Sedona, and northern Arizona. It’s also the second deadliest highway in the state. Our analysis …
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 →The insurance adjuster called with a number. Maybe it sounded reasonable. Maybe it sounded low. Either way, you’re wondering: should I take it? The short answer for most people: not yet.
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 →You filed your claim. You followed the process. And then the insurance company sent a letter saying your claim is denied — or they’re not accepting liability. It feels like the end. It …
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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