Phoenix Car Accident Attorney

Experienced Lawyer Assisting with Car Accident Claims in Maricopa County, AZ

Most people consider cars a safe and easy way to get from here to there, but rarely think about the consequences of being involved in an accident. Unfortunately, millions of drivers, passengers, and pedestrians are injured in car accidents every year. Not only are car accidents emotionally traumatic events, but they can also result in painful and life-threatening injuries, financial setbacks, and numerous other challenges.

Auto Accident Cases We Handle

Our Phoenix car accident lawyers have decades of combined experience and are prepared to handle the full range of auto accident cases, including:

Aggressive Driving

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the term "aggressive driving" is used to describe driving behavior that involves a driver making a single maneuver or a combination of moves that endanger the people around them. These acts are not the result of negligence or carelessness, but rather are a purposeful sequence of driving habits that a reasonable person would believe to put people and/or property into harm's way.

A driver who causes an accident by driving recklessly or aggressively can be held accountable. Common examples of aggressive driving include speeding, tailgating, running a red light, violating the right of way, and any form of road rage. After mounting concerns regarding the ramifications of aggressive driving, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety commissioned a study to track the patterns associated to this type of driving.

From early 1990 to the end of 1996, the study found over 10,000 incidents in which aggressive driving played a role. These cases resulted in over 12,000 people suffering injuries and were fatal for over 200. Similar results were found in a study that was held by the Automobile Association.

With over 500 drivers studied, the conclusions found by the researchers were harrowing. Nine out of ten drivers admitted that they had experienced road rage and six out of ten admitted that they had completely lost their temper. While some people claim that young males with poor education are typically to be blame, it has been found that any gender, any age, any income bracket and any religion can be prone to succumbing to a temper on the road.

Auto Defects

Major auto manufacturers frequently issue widespread recalls when there are reports of accidents resulting from design flaws or manufacturing defects. Non-deploying airbags, tire blowouts and SUVs that are prone to rollover are some of the more common examples.

Distracted Driving Accidents

If your accident was caused by a driver who was talking or texting on a cell phone , applying make-up, eating, adjusting the radio or doing anything but focusing on driving, a Phoenix car accident attorney from our firm may be able to help you recover a settlement for your injuries.

Distracted drivers are one of the biggest hazards on the road today, causing thousands of preventable injuries and deaths every year. Distracted driving comes in many forms, but all amount to the same thing: distractions cause drivers to not fully pay attention to the task of driving, and when they are not paying attention, they are less able to react to changing conditions. The result is a preventable car accident that causes someone to get hurt.

Drunk Driving Accidents

Drinking and driving is a crime in Phoenix, but even if the driver who caused your accident is convicted there is no guarantee that you will receive fair compensation for your injuries unless you take legal action. We also handle injury claims involving dram shop liability.

Insurance Bad Faith

Insurance companies sell the peace of mind that comes with knowing you will not be forced to pay the full costs of an accident. If you believe your insurer acted in bad faith towards you by delaying an investigation, unfairly minimizing the value of your claim, or even denying a valid claim, you may have grounds to sue.

All drivers have a legal duty to drive safely on the road and highway. When a person fails to do this by driving negligently or recklessly and consequently causes an accident, he or she can be held responsible for any injuries or property damage that occurs. Car accident victims can recover compensation to cover their current and future medical bills, treatment expenses, lost wages, pain, suffering, and decreased quality of life.

Work With Compassionate & Capable Phoenix Car Accident Attorneys

Knowles Law Firm, PLC serves car accident victims – as well as families whose loved ones have passed in fatal auto accidents – throughout Phoenix and the entire state of Arizona. Our award-winning trial lawyers have been recognized for their skill, relentlessness, and passionate representation. Let our team fight for you.

Benefits of Hiring an Experienced Phoenix Car Accident Attorney

Hiring an experienced Phoenix car accident attorney provides critical advantages when navigating the aftermath of an accident. Key benefits include:

• Expert Legal Guidance: Understanding complex Arizona traffic laws and insurance regulations to build a strong case.
• Accurate Claim Valuation: Assessing damages, including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future expenses, to pursue full compensation.
• Negotiation Skills: Dealing with insurance companies to counter low settlement offers and protect your rights.
• Proving Liability: Collecting and analyzing evidence such as police reports, witness statements, and accident reconstruction to establish fault.
• Dealing with Paperwork: Managing time-sensitive legal documents and ensuring compliance with Arizona’s statute of limitations.
• Trial Representation: Advocating on your behalf in court if a fair settlement cannot be reached.
• Stress Reduction: Let your attorney handle the legal details of your case while you concentrate on your recovery.

An experienced car accident attorney in Phoenix provides the knowledge and support necessary to maximize compensation and achieve justice for accident victims.