Posts by Nick Verderame
Waymo’s Fully Autonomous Ride-Sharing Service Are Hitting the Freeways in Phoenix
The emergence of self-driving vehicle companies offers a tantalizing glimpse into a future where transportation is revolutionized by autonomous technology. The prospect of safer, more efficient roads and enhanced mobility is an enticing vision. And now, that vision is here. Alphabet-owned Waymo is expanding its fully driverless vehicle operations to include Phoenix’s freeways, a departure…
Read MorePattern of Semi-Truck Rollovers: Is I-10 a Dangerous Road?
In recent months, two semi-truck rollovers occurred on Interstate 10 (I-10) in Phoenix. The two semi-truck accidents occurred about a month apart and not too far from one another. As a result of these two truck accidents and many others in the past, the question continues to emerge about whether I-10 is a dangerous road…
Read MoreThe Problem of Elopement in Assisted Living Facilities
The Washington Post recently reported on what is a growing problem here in the United States – elopement from senior assisted living facilities. Elopement in an assisted living facility is when a patient leaves the facility without authorization or supervision. Elopement can be intentional or unintentional, and it can have serious consequences for patients, including death or…
Read MoreWho Do I Sue in a Rideshare Accident?
Rideshare is very popular these days. Often, it’s a good idea to call an Uber or Lyft. When you’ve had a few drinks and need a safe ride home, it’s the smart move. It’s a responsible choice that helps prevent drunk driving incidents and keeps our roads safer. Many of us also use rideshares for…
Read MoreI-10 in Los Angeles to Remain Closed for 3 to 5 Weeks After Fire
Officials in Los Angeles are stating that a portion of I-10, one of Los Angeles’ busiest highways, will be closed for three to five weeks following a massive fire. Investigators believe the fire was caused by arson. Governor Gavin Newsom stated, “We’re going to do everything in our power to move that into the more…
Read MoreCongratulations to Alina Aguirre, the 2023 Recipient of the Annual Civil Justice Scholarship!
The team at Plattner Verderame, P.C. is proud to announce that Alina Aguirre is the 2023 recipient of the Plattner Verderame Civil Justice Scholarship! Alina is currently attending the University of California, Irvine School of Law, where she is expected to graduate in May 2026. She is also a summa cum laude graduate of San…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injuries from Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are often devastating, resulting in severe injuries and life-altering consequences. One such injury is a traumatic brain injury (TBI), which can have long-lasting effects on the victim’s physical, cognitive and emotional well-being. Your skull has a cushioning layer between its inner walls and your brain. This buffering layer is called the subarachnoid space.…
Read MorePhoenix Police Shootings Are Going Up
Police shootings are on the rise, both in Phoenix and across the country. In fact, as of March, there were more police-involved shootings in Phoenix than at the same time in 2022, according to data obtained by FOX 10 News. Per FOX 10, “The police shootings are happening as Phoenix Police Department remains the subject…
Read MoreStaying Safe on E-Bikes and E-Scooters in Phoenix
Phoenix is a driving city. It was designed for driving, and anyone who’s spent more than a few minutes out of doors in the late Spring (let alone the summer) is usually looking to get back indoors pretty fast. But as anyone who’s driven here knows, traffic can be a bit tough, and there is…
Read MoreWho Is Responsible for Truck Accidents Caused by Blind Spots?
We hear about it all the time. A driver forgot to check their blind spot and accidentally merged into a lane right where another car was traveling. It probably caused some damage, but it luckily may not have been much worse than that. Even though an accident like this happens often, it does not make…
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