When and where do most motorcycle crashes occur?
Motorcycle crashes can happen at any time and on any road, but certain conditions may increase the chances of an accident. Analyzing data from the 2013 Arizona Crash Facts Summary put out by the Arizona Department of Transportation can bring awareness to these trends and help victims better understand what may have been factors in […]
How often are spinal injury patients readmitted?
Spinal cord injuries can be incredibly devastating. Depending on the level of injury, the victim may experience minor or temporary loss of motor function all the way up to complete paraplegia. In the vast majority of cases, these injuries are caused either by a fall or some type of car crash, but even a seemingly […]
Motorcycle accidents: how we can help
It’s quickly becoming motorcycle season again, and as riders prepare their bikes for another summer on the road, accident awareness increases as well. Motorcycle crashes are often very serious because the bikes offer very little protection to their riders against a full-sized vehicle. While wearing a helmet, which Arizona laws do not require for riders […]
Brain injuries: what happens when the brain isn’t working right?
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Arizona, and it’s a time to focus on what brain injuries are and how the effects of a traumatic brain injury can impact a person’s life. Your brain is effectually the control center of your entire body. It processes everything your body goes through, including your emotions, creative […]
Aviation accidents: the contributing factors
Private aviation is a growing industry in Arizona, and many people are interested in getting their pilot’s license or hiring a private plane to take a look at the beautiful Arizona landscape from the sky. With more and more private plane crashes making the news, however, people are beginning to wonder if private air travel […]
Burn injuries: understanding the options
Burn injuries are extremely painful and can have serious complications. Treatment often requires weeks spent in the burn unit as doctors work to heal the skin and reduce the risk of infection. All of this can add up to tens of thousands of dollars in medical bills and leave victims financially stressed as well as […]
Spinal cord injuries: looking toward the future
Because of the devastating nature of spinal cord injuries, it can be overwhelming for victims and their families to face the aftermath of a serious accident and try to figure out what needs to be done. Injuries to the spinal cord are often permanent and can affect every area of the victim’s life. A personal […]
Phoenix accident leaves motorcyclist in critical condition
Motorcycles can be a great way to get around and are the preferred method of transportation for many in Arizona. However, because of their small size and little protection for riders, motorcycles are also involved in a significant portion of serious motor vehicle crashes. The streets of Phoenix saw yet another of these accidents on […]
Traumatic Brain Injuries: Prevalence & Legal Support
How Common is a Traumatic Brain Injury? Traumatic brain injuries are more common than many Arizona residents may think. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were approximately 2.5 million reported cases of traumatic brain injuries in 2010 alone. That 2.5 million included hospitalizations, visits to emergency rooms and fatal accidents. Approximately 50,000 […]
Are drones an aviation accident waiting to happen?
Drones have been making the news in recent months, first for their privacy concerns and now because they may present a serious safety risk to air travel. Businesses are not allowed to fly drones unless they request an exemption from the Federal Aviation Administration. Anyone using a drone for commercial reasons must also obtain a […]