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  • The driver who fails to come to a complete stop or fails to yield the right-of-way is usually at fault for a stop sign collision.
  • Police reports, witness statements, and camera footage, along with other evidence, can help establish what happened even when the other driver denies running the stop sign.
  • Arizona allows compensation for the financial losses and personal harm caused by a serious crash, although comparative fault can reduce recovery.

A driver who runs a stop sign can enter an intersection with little or no warning, leaving other motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists almost no time to…
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  • Many pedestrian settlements take about 6 to 18 months, while straightforward claims may resolve in 3 to 6 months and more complex cases can take longer.
  • Settlement value depends on injury severity, medical treatment, lost income, pain and suffering, available insurance, and each party’s share of fault.
  • Consistent medical care, organized documentation, limited social media activity, and early legal help can help prevent avoidable delays.

If you were hit by a vehicle while walking, you may be wondering how long it will take to settle your claim. In many of the pedestrian cases we handle, settlement takes approximately…
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  • Arizona recorded 1,640 bicycle crashes in 2025, approximately 19% more than in 2024, even as overall traffic crashes statewide declined.
  • Liability after a bicycle crash may involve a negligent driver, a government entity responsible for roadway conditions, a product manufacturer, or multiple parties.
  • Arizona law generally gives bicyclists the same roadway rights and responsibilities as drivers and requires motorists to leave at least three feet when passing.

Although cyclists share Arizona roads with cars, trucks, and other vehicles, they have little protection when a collision occurs. According to ADOT’s Arizona Motor Vehicle Crash Facts report, 1,349 bicyclists…
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  • Therapy after a back injury can help reduce pain, restore mobility, and support recovery after a car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, or other accident.
  • Following your doctor’s treatment plan is important not only for recovery but also for documenting the severity and progression of your injuries.
  • Physical therapy is common, but some patients may also benefit from occupational therapy, chiropractic care, pain management, massage therapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy depending on their diagnosis and symptoms.

Back injuries are common after car accidents, motorcycle and bicycle accidents, and other traumatic events. Even when no fracture is immediately apparent, pain, stiffness,…
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  • You can handle a personal injury claim yourself, but serious injuries, disputed liability, or complicated insurance issues can make the process much harder to manage alone.
  • A personal injury lawyer can investigate the accident, gather evidence, calculate damages, negotiate with insurers, and file a lawsuit if necessary.
  • Most Arizona personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, so there are typically no upfront attorney fees and you generally do not pay attorney fees unless compensation is recovered.

After an accident, you may wonder whether you really need a personal injury lawyer or whether you can deal with…
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  • Interstate 17 connects Phoenix with Flagstaff and Northern Arizona, carrying heavy commuter, tourist, and commercial traffic through steep grades and mountainous terrain.
  • Crashes on I-17 are often linked to speeding, following too closely, distracted or fatigued driving, sudden congestion, truck traffic, and changing weather conditions.
  • After an I-17 accident, getting medical care, documenting the scene, and protecting your rights can be especially important when serious injuries or multiple vehicles are involved.

Interstate 17 is one of Arizona’s most important highways, connecting Phoenix with Flagstaff and communities throughout Northern Arizona. The route carries commuters, weekend travelers, tourists, recreational vehicles,…
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  • Commercial truck crashes can involve multiple responsible parties, including the driver, trucking company, employer, and insurers, so determining fault often requires a detailed investigation.
  • Evidence such as driver logs, ELD data, dashcam footage, black box data, maintenance records, and witness statements can be critical, making it important to act quickly after a crash.
  • Torgenson Law helps Arizona truck crash victims handle insurers, preserve evidence, and pursue compensation with no upfront attorney fees and trial-ready representation when needed.

Commercial trucks and other large commercial vehicles are a constant presence on Arizona roads. Given their sheer size, weight, and limited…
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  • When it comes to dog bite injuries, an Arizona dog bite settlement attorney can usually handle the case on a contingency fee basis, which means you typically do not pay upfront attorney fees.
  • At Torgenson Law, the contingency fee is 33% when a dog bite case resolves before litigation. If litigation becomes necessary, the fee may increase depending on the terms of the agreement.
  • Understanding dog bite attorney fees can help you decide whether hiring an Arizona dog bite lawyer makes sense for your case, especially when the initial consultation is free and there are no upfront legal

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  • If you can’t work after an injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover lost wages, lost income, and future lost earnings.
  • A lost wages claim due to personal injury may include missed paychecks, overtime, bonuses, commissions, used PTO, sick leave, and self-employment income.
  • Torgenson Law can help document a lost income claim in Arizona and pursue compensation that reflects both current and future financial losses.

Being hurt is hard enough. When an injury also keeps you from working, the stress can become immediate. Rent, groceries, medical bills, car payments, and family expenses do…
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  • Headaches after a car accident can happen for many reasons, including whiplash, concussion, muscle strain, inflammation, nerve irritation, or head trauma.
  • A car accident headache may appear right away, but symptoms can also develop hours or days later as adrenaline fades and swelling increases.
  • An Arizona car accident lawyer can help explain whether crash-related headaches may support a claim for compensation.

Headaches after a car accident can be scary, especially when they do not go away or seem to get worse after the crash. It is natural to wonder whether the pain is just stress, lack of sleep,…
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  • If you are hit by an uninsured driver in Arizona, you may still have compensation options through uninsured motorist coverage, MedPay, collision coverage, health insurance, or other responsible parties.
  • An uninsured driver is not automatically at fault. Fault still depends on how the crash happened and evidence such as police reports, witness statements, photos, and video.
  • An Arizona auto accident attorney can review your insurance policies, explain your options, and help you avoid settling for less than your claim may be worth.

Uninsured drivers are not rare in Arizona. According to the Insurance Information Institute, about…
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  • A personal injury attorney can help protect your rights, deal with insurance companies, gather evidence, and calculate the full value of your claim.
  • Legal help can be especially important when injuries are serious, deadlines are approaching, or the insurance company offers less than the claim may be worth.
  • Torgenson Law helps injured people throughout Arizona understand their options, pursue compensation, and move forward without paying upfront attorney fees.

After an accident, the legal claim can start before you feel ready for it. Insurance adjusters may call while you are still in pain, medical bills may arrive before treatment…
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  • A dog bite puncture wound claim may be worth pursuing if the bite required medical treatment, caused lost wages, or created other damages.
  • Arizona dog bite laws generally hold dog owners liable when their dog bites someone in a public place or while the person is lawfully on private property.
  • As of July 2026, typical Arizona dog bite settlement ranges may vary from $10,000 to $500,000 or more, depending on the severity of the injury, scarring, treatment, and long-term impact.

Dog bites are more common than many people realize. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, an…
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  • A cyclist can be held responsible for hitting a pedestrian in Arizona if the cyclist’s negligence caused the crash.
  • Fault may depend on right-of-way, traffic signals, witness statements, video footage, speed, distraction, and whether either person failed to act safely.
  • A pedestrian injured by a cyclist may be able to pursue compensation, but recovery can be more complicated because cyclists are not usually covered by auto insurance. 

Bicycle accidents are often associated with cars and trucks, but cyclists can also seriously injure pedestrians. A bicycle may not weigh as much as a vehicle, but a pedestrian has very…
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  • Slip-and-fall lawsuits in Arizona can be difficult to win because the injured person usually must prove the property owner knew, or should have known, about the hazard.
  • A strong slip-and-fall accident claim often depends on evidence such as photos, witness statements, incident reports, medical records, and proof that the hazard caused the injury.
  • An Arizona slip and fall lawyer can help investigate what happened, identify who may be liable, and protect your claim before evidence disappears.

Slip-and-fall accidents can look simple from the outside. Someone falls, gets hurt, and assumes the property owner should be responsible. In reality,…
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  • Delayed pain after a car accident can still be serious, even if you felt fine immediately after the crash.
  • Symptoms such as neck pain, back pain, headaches, numbness, tingling, or abdominal pain may appear hours or days later.
  • You may still have a car accident injury claim if another driver caused the crash and your medical records connect your injuries to the accident.

Many accident victims walk away from a crash believing they are not badly hurt. In the first few minutes after a collision, the body may feel alert, tense, or surprisingly normal. Then, hours later or…
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