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Most drivers know to be cautious of pedestrians in urban areas. Runners, bikers, and anyone attempting to walk toward a destination – all these parties are at possible risk if they do not follow proper rules of the road, and it is up to both pedestrians and motorists to prevent accidents. Not as many…

The purpose of holding an insurance policy is so that, should a situation arise where you need financial help for medical, property, or other damages, you can get it. Beyond damages you suffer yourself, insurance also helps cover damages to others, such as injuries in an automobile accident. While insurance premiums may be high,…

Sending your children off on a school bus can seem like the safest way to school. After all, school buses crash less often than motor vehicles and children are safer on a bus than walking to school…right? Not always. Parents should not assume that school buses in Arizona are safe. According to an investigation…

Public service efforts in recent years have made large strides towards informing and educating the public on the dangers of distracted driving. Drivers are more likely to be in an accident, and accidents are more likely to be serious when drivers are distracted by texting while driving. Despite this fact, many drivers still give…

The Phoenix area has witnessed a staggering number of wrong-way accidents in recent years. A “wrong way” accident occurs when a driver travels down the wrong side of the road. This is incredibly dangerous for obvious reasons, and wrong way accidents have caused many injuries, significant property damage, and some fatalities. Wrong way accidents…

When a person purchases an insurance policy, the policy is effectively a paid promise that the insurance company will cover the extent of the policy as long as the policyholder continues to make premium payments on the policy. Insurance companies have a legal obligation to process claims against insurance policies in good faith, meaning…

Car seats are essential safety equipment for young children, and Arizona parents need to know the state’s laws concerning child safety seats. It’s important to buy the right kind of seat for your vehicle and for the size of your child. It’s also crucial to know when to replace a child safety seat and…

One of the most common questions drivers ask after a crash is, “Who will pay for my damages?” Whether at fault or not, a driver will need to figure out exactly how to get coverage for costs such as vehicle repairs and hospital bills. An Arizona car accident can cost thousands of dollars for…

Left-hand turn accidents are some of the most common on Arizona’s roadways. Vehicles making left-hand turns might misjudge the distance or speed of oncoming vehicles, or fail to see smaller vehicles such as motorcycles altogether. In most cases, a car making a left-hand turn must yield to oncoming traffic, and will be at fault…

The team at Knapp & Roberts helped secure a $7.9 million verdict for a local man who was severely injured in a drunk driving collision in 2013. Mark Dupray, an Anthem local, was riding his motorcycle to pick up groceries for his pregnant wife 3 ½ years ago, when he was struck by an…