Sargon Law Group Blog

Car accidents are a common source of sprains. Hand injuries are especially debilitating because you need your hands for basic tasks such as writing and cooking. If a negligent driver caused your injury, you might become eligible for a wrist sprain car accident settlement. Consult a Phoenix car accident lawyer to get specific advice...

Having a car accident is a nerve-wracking experience. It can be especially frustrating if you are not the driver who caused it. Knowing who is at fault in a left turn accident is the first step in understanding your rights and responsibilities on the road. Arizona Traffic Law: Who Is at Fault in a...

Arizona saw a total of 119,991 motor vehicle crashes in 2022, producing 1,294 fatalities and 52,411 injuries. 38,697 of the multi-vehicle crashes were rear-end collisions, representing 10.46% of fatal crashes and 38.35% of injury accidents. The injuries sustained in rear-end collisions can create financial hardship, adding to the overall trauma of dealing with car crashes. If...

The days following an accident may be filled with legal jargon and steps you didn't know you had to take. Maybe you want to file a claim for compensation, or perhaps you may not immediately understand why your own insurance company wants a recorded statement. You weren't at fault, so why should you have...

The weather in Arizona makes motorcycle riding possible year-round. Unfortunately, there are over 2,300 motorcycle crashes yearly, with an average of 160 fatalities and 1,921 injuries. Riders typically wear helmets to prevent injuries and preserve life during an accident. However, Arizona motorcycle helmet laws don’t mandate this practice for all riders. The Origin of Motorcycle Helmet...

Different jurisdictions determine which accidents require you to contact the police. This varies based on where the accident occurred, the extent of damages, and whether injuries or death occurred. You can typically contact the local police for assistance with any accident, but it may not be necessary. However, knowing how to get a police...

You don't technically need to know how to get a moped license in Arizona. While this term is commonly used to describe a license to ride slower vehicles, legally, there is no specific category of license for mopeds. Do you need any license to ride a moped at all? Yes, Arizona requires a license...

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...

Debris in the road is a factor in over 1,000 accidents in Arizona every year. The frequency of accidents involving road debris raises questions about liability. Learn how debris causes accidents, how responsibility for debris can be determined and who may be considered at fault in accidents involving debris. How Does Debris in the...

The exact relationship between the speed of a vehicle and the risk of a car accident depends on several factors, with speed being only one factor in the equation. However, we will generally see that an increase in speed certainly increases the risk of a traffic collision. Additionally, at higher speeds, any incident is...