Pedestrian Accidents

Hitting a pedestrian who was jaywalking can be a complex situation, making it difficult to determine who is actually at fault. Motorists have a responsibility to be aware of pedestrians, but jaywalking may be considered negligent and create liability on the part of the pedestrian. You need to know who is at fault if...

Being involved in a hit-and-run accident can be incredibly stressful, especially when considering the potential impact on your insurance premiums. If you’ve been in a hit-and-run accident, you may wonder if a hit-and-run claim will raise your insurance. This guide can help you understand the impact this situation may have on your insurance rates....

It’s important to practice safety and be aware of relevant laws when a pedestrian is crossing an intersection – especially if it’s an intersection with no traffic signals or signs to guide you. Understanding who has the right of way at an uncontrolled intersection in Arizona will help you to stay safer on city...

If a vehicle hits you while you are in or near a road or parking lot, you understandably expect to receive suitable compensation for your damages. If the other party claims they are not the one responsible for the accident, however, it can raise questions as to whether a pedestrian can be at fault...

When you file a car accident claim, the police report can be a critical piece of evidence that shows who is at fault. However, officers can make mistakes in those reports due to the ensuing commotion. Also, officers often feel stressed and overworked, which can result in unintentional errors. For example, departments across Maricopa...

Do pedestrians always have the right of way? In Arizona, pedestrian right of way applies at crosswalks and on designated walkways. State law does not specifically address jaywalking. Pedestrians are allowed to cross the street when no crosswalks are available as long as they do so responsibly. Learn more about Arizona pedestrian right of...

The good news is that, no, it is generally not illegal to jaywalk in Arizona. However, pedestrians cannot simply cross the road wherever they want because they could face a citation for reckless behavior. Additionally, failing to cross the road at crosswalks or areas where it is safe to do so could lead to...

Pedestrian accidents are among the top 20 causes of death for unsuspecting Arizona residents. In larger cities like Glendale, Phoenix and Tucson when traffic congestion is higher and there is a greater number of individuals walking in the area, car crashes occur more frequently and seriously injure or kill pedestrians. Hiring a pedestrian accident...

Pedestrian accidents often result in major injuries, and if they occur due to the negligence of another party, victims deserve compensation. When a person files a lawsuit or insurance claim against another party after a pedestrian accident, they may be able to recover various types of compensation for their losses. Here, our Phoenix pedestrian...

While a bus accident is not as common as other motor vehicle accidents, it can have catastrophic consequences for everyone involved. Arizona is an at-fault auto accident state, meaning victims of negligent drivers have the right to pursue compensation for their losses from the party responsible for the accident. The first step is identifying...