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Injured in a Freeway Crash in the Phoenix Area? Here Is What to Do Next
The Valley's freeway system moves hundreds of thousands of drivers every day. Interstate 10 through Tempe, the Superstition Freeway (US 60) through Mesa, the Loop 202, the Loop 101, and the Piestewa Freeway (SR 51) carry heavy commuter traffic, commercial trucks, and tourists unfamiliar with local roads. When a crash happens at freeway speed, injuries are often serious, and the steps you take in the first days determine the strength of your claim.
Cal Mundell Law Firm represents injured drivers and passengers throughout Phoenix, Mesa, and Tempe. If you were hurt in a freeway collision, Call Cal before you speak with the insurance company.
The Most Dangerous Freeway Corridors in the Valley
Certain stretches of road see more collisions than others because of traffic volume, merging patterns, and construction.
Interstate 10 through Tempe and Phoenix. The Broadway Curve and the approach to the Stack interchange, where Interstate 10 meets Interstate 17, rank among the busiest corridors in the state. Sudden slowdowns lead to rear end collisions and chain reaction crashes.
US 60 through Mesa and Tempe. The Superstition Freeway serves as a primary commuter route for the East Valley. Rush hour congestion, frequent lane changes, and high speeds create constant risk.
Loop 202 and Loop 101. These loops connect Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, and Phoenix. Interchange merges and exit ramps are common crash locations.
Interstate 17. Commercial truck traffic heading north from Phoenix increases the risk of severe collisions with passenger vehicles.
Steps to Take After a Freeway Accident
Get to safety and call 911. Arizona law requires drivers involved in a crash with injuries to stop and report it. A police report creates an official record of the collision.
Seek medical care immediately. Some injuries, including concussions and soft tissue damage, do not show symptoms right away. A prompt medical visit protects your health and documents your injuries.
Document the scene. Photograph vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signs, and your injuries. Collect names and contact information from witnesses.
Avoid recorded statements. The other driver's insurance adjuster may call within days. Anything you say can be used to reduce your claim. Refer all communication to your attorney.
Call Cal! An experienced Arizona personal injury attorney can preserve evidence, including traffic camera footage and vehicle data, before it disappears.
Arizona follows an at fault insurance system. The driver who caused the crash, and that driver's insurer, is responsible for your medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. Arizona law requires minimum liability coverage of $25,000 per person for bodily injury, which often falls short for serious freeway injuries. An attorney can identify every available source of compensation, including your own uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage.
Why Choose Cal Mundell Law Firm
Cal Mundell Law Firm focuses on helping injured people in the East Valley and Phoenix metro area. We know the local roads, the local courts, and the tactics insurance companies use to minimize payouts. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Injured on an Arizona freeway? Call Cal at [phone number] for a free consultation.
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