Why Are Truck Accident Claims Different from Car Accident Claims?
Motor vehicle accident claims can seem like they are pretty straight forward. In general, they all work the same way. You get injured, you get better, you hire an attorney who either settles your claim or sues the responsible party, and you get on with your life. What you don’t often see is all of…
Read MoreWhere Do Most Truck Accidents Happen in Arizona?
Truck accidents can happen anywhere at any time but every state has known trouble spots where motor vehicle crashes seem to be a normal occurrence. Arizona is no different. We have many highways and backroads that lend themselves to causing injury and death on a regular basis. Some of these dangerous roadways are frequented by…
Read MoreFAQs about Arizona’s Newly Increased Insurance Policy Limits
Anyone who drives knows that insurance coverage is just part of the privilege you pay for to enjoy the freedom of car ownership. By the time you get through paying for your car payment, maintenance, gas, and insurance, it can be a tough bill to swallow each month. The Grand Canyon State isn’t making it…
Read MoreInjuries Caused by Tractor-Trailer Accidents
The size and weight of tractor trailers makes them imposing figures on the road. When you encounter one as the driver of a passenger vehicle it can be somewhat daunting, given the knowledge they can wipe you out with minimal effort. When you consider a matchup between a 2,000 pound vehicle and a 70,000 pound…
Read MoreHow the Nonprofit EndDD.org Is Helping End Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car, truck, and vehicle accidents across America. Distracted driving includes any activity that takes the driver’s focus off driving, whether it takes the driver’s eyes off the road, hands off the wheel, or mind off of traffic. Common examples include texting while driving, talking on a smartphone while…
Read MoreInsurance Demands for Social Media Data and Phone Accounts
Insurance policies almost always contain a “cooperation clause,” which mandates that policyholders cooperate with the insurance investigation when there is a claim for loss. Insureds who fail to cooperate may lose their right to their claim. In liability cases, the insurance carriers for the defendants will likely ask for phone records, social media data, and…
Read MoreRubbernecking Is a Serious Form of Driver Distraction
When there’s an accident on the road, most people want to see what happened. If a motorcycle rider is on the ground, a truck is turned over, a car has been pulled over by the police – the natural tendency is to look and stare. Unfortunately, this act of looking at an accident instead of…
Read MorePlattner Verderame, PC Named to the 2021 Best Lawyers List!
Plattner Verderame, PC is honored to announce that the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® for our work on behalf of our clients in Arizona. Best Lawyers awards are based solely on peer review; attorneys cannot nominate themselves, and inclusion on the list one year does not guarantee inclusion the next.…
Read MorePeople with Minor COVID-19 Symptoms May Be At-Risk for Serious Brain Disorders
A recent study in the United Kingdom revealed that a brain condition called Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM), triggered by COVID-19, is serious and may be potentially deadly. ADEM is similar, though more severe, than multiple sclerosis. While some patients with ADEM can make a good recovery, some become permanently disabled. As scientists continue to work…
Read MoreNick Verderame Discusses Elder Care Rights & the Coronavirus Pandemic on ABC 15’s Town Hall
Last Thursday, Nick Verderame was among one of the featured guests on ABC 15’s ongoing series of virtual town halls. These town halls cover topics of interest to the community, and reporter Melissa Blasius brought some experts together to discuss the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on our nursing home population. In addition to Nick,…
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