Driving in Arizona
Failing to Turn Left from A Two-Way Left Turn Lane in Tucson, AZ
In our last blog post, we discussed how drivers often impermissibly use Two-Way Left-Turn Lanes as express lanes and passing lanes. You can find that blog post here. However, A.R.S. 28-751 also dictates that when a Two-Way Left Turn Lane is present, drivers must use it in order to turn left. In part, A.R.S. 28-751…
Read MoreImpermissible Use of Two-Way Turn Lanes as Express or Passing Lanes in Tucson, AZ
In Arizona, drivers frequently encounter a center turning lane that separates the flow of traffic heading in opposite directions. Sometimes, the center turning lane will only be available to traffic heading in one direction. However, many center lanes are “Two-Way Turn Lanes” and allow drivers heading in both directions to use the lane to make…
Read MoreAuto Insurance Minimum Limits in Arizona Are Changing
In prior newsletters, we advised that the law regarding Minimum Limits auto insurance in Arizona was changing this July. KLAW has advocated for this change in minimum limits coverage since the first attempts to revise the law more than five years ago. The new law is now effective, and as of July 1, 2020, the…
Read MoreUnderage Drunk Driving in Tucson, AZ
Underage drinking is a major concern in the United States. Underage drinking is not only illegal, it’s also a major safety concern. In the United States, one out of three fatal car accidents is caused by a drunk driver between the age of 16-20. Underage drunk driving has become an increasingly serious safety concern because…
Read MoreTucson, AZ GAP (Guaranteed Auto Protection) is a GAP (Great Auto Purchase)
Guaranteed Auto Protection (GAP) coverage is an insurance policy premium for newly purchased cars. It covers the deficit between the actual value and the value owed on your vehicle in the event of a total loss in an accident. This premium can save you from making car payments for a totaled vehicle you are no…
Read MoreOne in Seven Americans Drive Illegally! Is Liability Insurance really helping you in Tucson, AZ?
One in 7 Americans (about 15%) does not have Auto Insurance, according to the Insurance Research Council. Almost all basic insurance packages will not cover a crash with these illegal drivers. This leaves the policyholder to pay for the full cost of a crash, regardless of who is at fault. Here at Karnas Law Firm,…
Read MoreWhy Should You Carry Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UIM) in Tucson, AZ?
Here at Karnas Law Firm, we find underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage is extremely beneficial to all drivers. This prevents accident victims from digging out of their own pocket for expenses caused by another driver when they do not have enough insurance to cover their injuries. What Is Underinsured Motorist Coverage? UIM coverage includes bodily injury…
Read More7 Tips for Driving Alongside Semi-Trucks
Among the most serious of all road accidents are those that involve commercial trucks. Collisions with semis can have devastating effects due to the sheer size and weight of the vehicles. Accidents with them frequently result in very severe injuries and sometimes even death. There are certain things one should always do when on the…
Read MoreArizona Bike Safety Guide
More and more people are riding their bikes to get around town throughout the country. The state of Arizona is no exception to this! While biking is a great way to navigate your city for many reasons, it’s important to ride safely. Although many drivers are cautious while sharing the roads with cyclists, there are…
Read MoreArizona Cities Among Top 10 for Red Light Fatalities
According to new research, red light accidents are some of the deadliest in the United States. In fact, the National Coalition for Safer Roads reported that in 2013, around 127,000 people were injured by drivers who ran red lights, while 697 people were killed. Sadly, these accidents occur too frequently in Arizona. Arizona is one…
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