As Phoenix car accident attorneys, we know the danger associated with multi-vehicle crashes and we are deeply concerned for the 11 people injured in a multi-vehicle collision on March 24, as reported by ABC 15. The collision took place near the intersection of 43rd Avenue and Thunderbird Road when three vehicles collided after a pickup truck travelling westbound crossed into the eastbound lanes. Police have reported that it is unclear if the driver of the pickup truck was attempting to make a left hand turn. The driver of the pickup truck suffered serious injuries and, along with a child, was taken to the hospital for treatment. Nine other people were also injured in the collision. Police are still investigating the crash. Our hearts and thoughts go out to the people injured in this collision and we are hoping that they all recovery swiftly.
Reducing Your Risk of a Multi-Vehicle Phoenix Car Accident
Reducing your risk of being involved in a multi-vehicle Phoenix car accident is about reducing distraction and maximizing your defensive driving skills. Many car accidents are caused by drivers being distracted. No matter how much we drive defensively, if others are driving distracted accidents will happen. Distractions come in all forms and can include eating or drinking, changing the radio station, or even looking away from the road to speak to passengers in the car. These types of distractions can lead to traffic violations that result in collisions including following too closely. Drivers who followed too closely in 2010, according to reports by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), caused 5,520 accidents that resulted in property damage in 4,051 collisions and injuries in 1,465 collisions. That same year, there were 29,062 collisions in Phoenix including 9,715 injury collisions and 134 fatal collisions.
What a Phoenix Car Accident Attorney Can Do to Help
The victims involved in this Arizona intersection accident sustained injuries ranging from simple scrapes and bruises to more serious injuries that required hospitalization. A capable personal injury attorney would help these victims get the financial compensation they need to recover without fear of compounding debt. The Husband and Wife Law Team would work hard to ensure that the cause of the crash is determined in a timely fashion and would build a strong case based on witness statements and evidence to help ensure a fair settlement that would cover medical bills and any necessary therapy, as well as property damages and wages lost due to missed work during the recovery period. If you were injured in a car crash and you need help with your personal injury case, call Breyer Law, P.C. today.
