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An explosion involving a natural gas pipe line and a subsequent fire destroyed a home near 11th Avenue and Fillmore on Thursday morning. One person was injured and another was pronounced dead at the scene. Fire fighters arrived at a residential neighborhood home located near 11th Avenue and Fillmore witnesses said. Fire Department spokesman Capt. […]
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Arizona is a great place to own and ride a motorcycle. The weather is typically amenable to riding, and there are plenty of beautiful sights to see. However, it is crucial for all motorcyclists in Arizona to take the necessary precautions when it comes to ensuring their safety. Motorcyclists are incredibly vulnerable to severe injuries […]
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Rear-end vehicle accidents are not uncommon throughout the state of Arizona. However, there tends to be a general consensus that rear-end accidents are not serious. Often, nothing could be further from the truth. The unfortunate reality is that rear-end accidents can cause significant injuries, including whiplash, severe sprains and strains, traumatic brain injuries, and more. […]
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Nobody wants to be involved in a car accident, even one that is seemingly minor. However, one thing that many people quickly realize after being involved in a car accident is that even a crash that may not seem severe right away may, in fact, be much more serious than they realized. It is not […]
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You might know what to do after a car accident involving a negligent or reckless driver: remain calm, get the driver’s information and file an insurance claim. What if the cause of your accident was not another driver, but road debris? Without being able to base your claim on human error, you may not understand […]
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Safety laws are made for our own good, whether we like them or not. At Gerber Injury Law, we’re always fighting for the rights of our clients, who are many times the victims of those who have broken the law. Wearing a seatbelt isn’t always comfortable but it is the law and they keep drivers […]
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After analyzing fatal crashes in the United States over a 20 year period, we found that Fremont County had the highest percentage of fatal crashes that were alcohol-related.   To add context to this, we dove deeper. In Fremont County, 47 percent of all fatal crashes involved alcohol during the study period, the highest percentage of […]
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A few years ago, a Surprise, AZ resident was involved in a car crash that left her with minor injuries. The incident occurred during July of 2011 and according to the claim, the plaintiff Linda Vera McCormick had been driving her Kia Rio down Litchfield and Bell roads. She is claiming that an Arizona police officer rear-ended […]
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Vehicle accidents occur in a wide variety of ways in phoenix and throughout Arizona. Often, these incidents are caused by the careless or negligent actions of other drivers on the roadway. However, there are times when medical conditions contribute to an accident.The post What Happens When a Medical Condition Causes a Car Accident? appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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Vehicle insurance is critical. Not only is insurance a legal requirement in every state throughout the country, but this also helps protect drivers’ financial interests. Here, we want to discuss what Arizona law says about insurance requirements for drivers. Additionally, we want to discuss the penalties for not carrying insurance, as well as whether or not you should consider carrying additional types of protection beyond what is legally required.The post Car Insurance Requirements in Arizona appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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It is not uncommon for individuals to think they can handle their entire personal injury claim by themselves. However, it is crucial to understand that defendants in these cases (the at-fault party) along with their insurance carriers and legal teams, have more resources than you.The post What Are the Top Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer? appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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If you or somebody you care about is involved in a vehicle accident caused by the careless or negligent actions of someone else, you should be able to recover various types of compensation. This includes coverage of medical bills and lost wages, and this should also include compensation for any property damaged as a result of the incident.The post What is Considered Property Damage in a Car Accident? appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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Anytime you get behind the wheel of a vehicle, chances are you will have to yield the right of way to someone else on the roadway. This can include yielding to other vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, commercial trucks, etc. Arizona has several laws pertaining to the right of way in place to help prevent vehicle accidents.The post Right of Way Laws In Arizona appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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If you are the passenger inside of a vehicle involved in an accident, you should be able to recover compensation for your injuries and other losses. However, the process of securing compensation in these situations can seem confusing. Here, we want to discuss the steps that you should take if you are injured as a passenger in a vehicle accident in Arizona.The post Can I Make a Claim as a Passenger if I’m Injured in a Car Accident? appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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Vehicle accidents can be chaotic and confusing experiences, especially if you are driving a rental vehicle at the time an accident occurs. Do you know what steps to take if you get into an accident while operating a rental vehicle? Will your insurance cover your losses?The post What to Do After a Car Accident While Driving a Rental? appeared first on Gerber Injury Law.
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