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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: Is there a minimum amount of damage that has to a cure in order to receive a ticket in a traffic accident.

this involved a commerical vehicle and the officer told my wife that it wasn't over 2500 dollers in damage so no ticket was issued to the cdl driver. he rear ended my car and dented the bumper witch us going to cost about a grand .

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 15, 2022

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. Until you're able to discuss with a local attorney, as a general matter, most property damage claims don't involve tickets. With or without a ticket, the option is usually there to handle the claim... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Insurance Bad Faith and Personal Injury for Arizona on
Q: I was in a motorvehicular accident in January and my claim is still open with no settlement offer/no end what can I do?

No updates in a timely manner. No one seems to care. My adjuster has changed 4 times. The vehicle still in shop with no contact from the shop. It’s been 10 months. I’m at a loss…

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Oct 5, 2022

If you have not hired an attorney, then that is the next step. Please do so immediately.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: I was involved in an auto accident. I backed into a legally parked car while driving my another persons vehicle.

The persons who car I hit doesn’t want to go through insurance and instead wants me to pay out of pocket. I am willing to go through insurance any pay their deductible because it will be far less expensive than paying out of pocket. What’s my next move?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 21, 2022

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It looks like this could be another person's vehicle (but it isn't fully clear from the description). If that's the case, you should consider asking them what their wishes are, since it would involve... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for Arizona on
Q: My husband was hit by a drunk driver in his work van Workers comp paid 66% & we paid them back with ins settlement

Isn’t he still entitled to restitution for his lost wages, pain & suffering, loss of personal work equipment & mileage? Our accident lawyer says not to apply for restitution. I think it’s because he won’t get a cut…?

He is back to work full-time. Has a low impairment rating... View More

Joel Friedman
Joel Friedman
answered on Jul 22, 2022

This is not a one size fits all situation and the answer to your questions depends on several factors: what were your husband's injuries, how serious were the injuries, does he have any permanent damage (medical impairment or disability) from the accident, has he been able to go back to the... View More

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Q: If i allowed the at fault drivers insurance company to pay off my title loan can i still negotiate my pay for lost wages

They paid my title loan $1200.00. Now there trying to pay me 3000.00 but what about my lost wages? By letting them pay my title loan, does that mean i accepted? Does that mean negotiations are over

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 16, 2022

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you arrange a meaningful consult with an Arizona attorney, look closely at the terms of the release for the settlement of the title loan. In closing out auto claims, different claims adjustors could be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: I was in a accident they other insurance company offered me money i said yes not knowing what to do can i get a lawyer ?

My daughter was in a car accident ,the other driver was at fault but they offered a low settlement amount but i haven’t never done anything like this before and I’ve just been worried about my daughter . Can i get a lawyer to help me ?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 22, 2022

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on what is at stake and how compelling a case can be made that the case was settled. However, nationwide, many carriers consider settlement terms sealed only after a release has been signed by the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Arizona on
Q: What if I hit someone with my car and didn’t have insurance but they want me to pay way to much money

I don’t have insurance, they want me to pay 23,000 but they don’t know where to find me could I just not pay

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 10, 2022

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Investigators can often find people nowadays through different sets of public and commercial records. It may be worth considering seeking some guidance on what your options are. It appears the matter is not in suit... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Arizona on
Q: How do I go about dealing with a car insurance company who closed my claim within first week after I showed them video

I showed them video footage proving other driver at fault. They have acted in bad faith and also conflict of interest

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 20, 2022

An Arizona attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could file suit, or you could retain an Arizona attorney to do so. Those are two primary options if you believe the matter won't be resolved by offering additional evidence. Your post does not mention... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: Can the judge deny and refuse to argue a motion to dismiss?

I have two charges that were based on thr black box of the car (Event Data Recorder) extractEd 4 months after the accident. The charges are speed and Reckless Driving.

The officer who charged me had no experience dealing with the EDR, and I had an altercation with him which resulted in me... View More

Matthew Maerowitz
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Matthew Maerowitz
answered on Feb 14, 2022

The judge is correct the time to argue facts are trial. I understand this is not the answer you were hoping to hear, in criminal cases there is not a Motion for Summary Judgment where you are permitted to get a ruling of guilty or not guilty based on undisputed facts prior to trial. You can... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: In car accident cases do lawyers get billing records from the hospital stay if their is one?
Matthew Maerowitz
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Matthew Maerowitz
answered on Jan 20, 2022

Yes, getting the bills for all your medical records is very important if seeking recovery for damages of related medical treatment. This can sometimes be tedious to do without the help of an attorney and sometimes it is difficult to correctly present a claim if you have one. You should contact a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: As the policy holder do I accept total loss settlement while 3rd party that was driving my car is working with an attrny
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 5, 2021

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. However, it could be difficult even for an Arizona attorney to answer your question without seeing the property damage adjuster's report. In terms of the third party you mention retaining an attorney, it... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: I was driving in a parking lot in Tucson, AZ. I was established and driving forward in a through way lane (main lane).

Another driver drove in front of me out of an aisle/feeder lane and we collided. Is there common law in AZ regarding negligence as it pertains to a vehicle in a feeder lane and a vehicle in a throughway lane colliding?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 5, 2021

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Only an Arizona attorney could meaningfully advise on state-specific vehicle and traffic law. The general rule in most jurisdictions is that vehicles in the main roadway have right of way over vehicles entering... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: A car crashed into my gate, I have not been able to get the full repair amount from the insurance could you advise me?

The insurance companies from both drivers involved in the collision are shifting blame and not willing to compensate the repair estimate amount. I have contacted my homeowners insurance agent and have hit a roadblock with them as well with the subject of pursuing the deductible amount.

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 31, 2021

If the (or more than 1) insurance companies are fighting you, then you need to consult and possibly hire an attorney to represent your interests. You do not indicate the reason why the insurance company is unwilling to pay the full repair amount and/or the reason(s) for the lack of cooperation,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: Arizona, Can you be issued a traffic citation a week after an accident had occured?

i was hit from behind by a city bus, originally no faulted, now theyre saying theure bringing me a citation

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 1, 2021

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for four weeks. As a GENERAL rule nationwide, the short answer is "yes." Good luck

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: How do I go about fixing my car after a hit and run?

I was involved in a hit and run about a year ago I was able to get the license plate and make a report to the police. I never followed up because I moved states and lost the documents, I’m back in Arizona now and where the damages that were caused during the hit and run are now causing my vehicle... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 25, 2020

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could try that, but issues may arise as to notice - with either carrier. The general premise, regardless of jurisdiction, is that an insurance carrier needs notice within a reasonable time to investigate claims.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: My drivers license is suspended in wa state due to an accident i am unable to pay the financial responsability.

I have moved to arizonia and need to get my drivers license however i am suspended in wa state because i am unable to pay the collections agency the 1000.00 a month i am on ssi i had prior arranements with the insurance company to pay 30.00 a month they told me it was 15,000 now they say its over... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 28, 2020

File bankruptcy, get a discharge, and then you can get your license back.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: Does a witness to a car accident have to give a recorded statement to insurance company or is written statement ok
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 19, 2020

An Arizona attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. From your description, it sounds like you are a non-party witness to the accident, neither a plaintiff or defendant. As a GENERAL matter in most jurisdictions, insurance carriers tend to be accommodating in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: Pedestrian ran into side of my moving car and is suing me. Does he have a case?

I was driving and had a green light and as I was crossing the intersection a pedestrian ran into the side of my car. His lawyers are saying the police report is not a reliable source since they were only able to interview me. There is traffic cameras in that intersection that show I did not run a... View More

Tyler Young
Tyler Young
answered on Jun 11, 2020

This is why you carry auto insurance; to cover your defense of this action and potentially settle this claim. Don't get too worried, just make sure your insurer doesn't allow your personal assets to be exposed. You should ask your lawyer the best way to do that.

Police reports...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Arizona on
Q: how can i be charged with Causing serious physical injury or death by a moving violation; when i was never cited

for a moving violation?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 6, 2020

An Arizona attorney should advise here, but your post remains open for two weeks. If you have not already done so, you should consult with an Arizona criminal defense attorney without further delay. Only an Arizona attorney is qualified to advise you about applicable state laws, but those appear to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and DUI / DWI for Arizona on
Q: Crashed my car by falling asleep cop charged me with a DUI for failing the suberiaty test.

I failed due to not walking straight said officer but had foot surgery while back so hard to put full pressure on it. I plead the 5th after that and was arrested. The other officer searched my car without my permission and found a pipe what do I do

Michelle Villanueva Skura
Michelle Villanueva Skura
answered on May 10, 2020

You were correct to plead the 5th, many people fail to assert their right to remain silent.

Unfortunately the court will usually find the search to be lawful since it will be considered a "Search Incident to Arrest". You will most likely be charged with a drug DUI due to the...
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