Author: Norin Chea

Just witnessing a head-on collision is scary. Being involved in one is a terrifying and traumatic event. This type of accident is especially dangerous for drivers and passengers. It often causes significant property damage and devastating injury or death. If you or a loved one has been a victim of a head-on car accident, you […]

In Arizona, 13 percent of the population is living with some type of disability. A disability can impact your ability to work and earn a sustainable income, but fortunately, Arizona disability law takes that into account when looking at SSI and SSDI. You can receive benefits in a variety of circumstances; however, getting the disability […]

Scooting around the high-traffic Phoenix area becomes routine. Accidents happen, but you’re a careful driver, so what can go wrong? According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, there were 121,345 automobile crashes in 2021. Of those, 85,079 were property damage only, plus 1,063 fatalities and 35,203 injuries. The actions of an inattentive driver can cause […]

According to the Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation (AMSAF), there are more than 180,000 motorcycles registered throughout the state. Each year, around 3,000 of them are involved in some type of accident.  If you enjoy riding motorcycles, you know there’s nothing like the freedom of the open road. However, before you head out on your […]

It’s estimated that more than 250,000 people die each year from medical errors. Errors from medical treatments are the third leading cause of death, behind heart disease and cancer.  When you seek medical care from your doctor or hospital, you assume they’re well-trained and will provide your care with the utmost caution and care.  So, […]

15% of all police-reported car accidents on the roads in the US are attributed to distracted drivers.  If you’re like most drivers, you’re guilty of doing something that takes away your focus from driving. As experienced drivers, it’s not uncommon to believe that you can avoid those driving distractions without consequence.  The reality is quite different. […]

According to the latest data from the Arizona Department of Transportation (AZDOT), there were 121,345 collisions across the state in 2021.  Of those, 32% occurred on the highway system and 68% occurred on other roadways. Pima County, where Tucson is located, saw 10,872 collisions that year, which led to 161 fatalities and 5,432 injuries.  Every time […]

The common saying “speed kills” is true. Statistics show that a 1% increase in speed triggers a 3% increase in serious crash risk and a 4% increase in fatal crash risk.  But, this doesn’t mean that low-speed, low-impact accidents can’t cause injuries.  Low-impact accidents can cause whiplash, TBIs, and more. Just because the other car wasn’t […]

9.2 million Americans receive social security disability benefits. 89% of those who receive benefits are disabled workers.  To receive benefits, the disabled person must first navigate the social security disability claim process, which is challenging and often frustrating.  Denials are common, and it’s recommended that social security lawyers get involved in a claim early in the […]