Reckless Driving Accidents

Arizona Injury Lawyers for Reckless Driving Accidents

Reckless driving is a serious offense in Arizona, often resulting in license suspension, fines, and possibly jail time. In Arizona, a reckless driver is defined as "a person who drives a vehicle in reckless disregard for the safety of persons or property." Reckless drivers operate their vehicles in a dangerous manner and have a wanton and willful disregard for others on the road.

Reckless driving is one of the most dangerous moving violations one can commit. It ranks alongside driving under the influence as one of the leading causes of injury and death in motor vehicle accidents. According to some estimates, reckless driving is responsible for as many as 1/3 of all auto accidents.

If you or someone you love has been injured or killed by a reckless driver, contact Solomon and Relihan.  We are Phoenix injury attorneys with more than 30 years experience helping accident victims in Maricopa County and throughout Arizona.

Types of Reckless Driving

Any action--or set of actions--that shows willful disregard for the safety of others can be cited as reckless driving. This can include:

• Speeding
• Driving too fast for conditions in a crowded or congested area
• Abrupt lane changes or swerving in and out of traffic
• Tailgating
• Running stop signs or red lights
• Passing a stopped school bus or overtaking an emergency vehicle
• Carrying too many passengers
• Driving around barricades or on a closed road
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Whatever the particular actions are, reckless drivers are identified by their conscious disregard for the safety of themselves and others.

Determining Reckless Driving

Many reckless drivers who cause accidents are cited for the offense at the time of the accident. However, reckless driving may be the cause of an accident even if the driver is not cited for it at the scene. That is why Solomon and Relihan begins every case with a thorough investigation of the facts and law involved to determine all possible causes of the accident.

Contact Solomon & Relihan, Arizona Auto Accident Attorneys

If you or someone you love has been injured or killed by a reckless driver, you should talk with an experienced attorney. For a free initial consultation with a lawyer, contact our Phoenix law firm by e-mail or by telephone. For your convenience, home and hospital visits are available upon request.