Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are one of the most prevalent, and most costly, health care problems in the United States today. Injuries sustained to the brain can often go undiagnosed and untreated because many people believe that problems only arise when the injury is catastrophic. However, that is not true; even a mild bump on the head can cause...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident, the first priority is the health and safety of all involved. If there are injuries, emergency services are called or those injured are taken by friends and loved ones to the hospital as soon as possible. Minor injuries should still be seen by a doctor, even if you don’t need a trip to the emergency...
Continue ReadingIn 2018, 146 people were injured each day in Arizona. A total of 127,056 auto accidents took place that year in the Grand Canyon state, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). These collisions left 53,376 people injured and 1,010 people dead. The ADOT also reports that every 8 hours and 46 minutes, a person was killed in...
Continue ReadingThe vast majority of us rely on a stable job to support ourselves and afford the kind of lifestyle that we want to have. If you lost a job after a car accident in Arizona, then you understand that a car accident can result in far more than just the physical pain that might be associated with it. It...
Continue ReadingYou suffered injuries or significant property damage in a car accident in Arizona, but your insurance claim was denied. Now what? Without the funds from the insurance claim, you may have a hard time paying for medical care or handling your normal bills due to the loss of income after the accident. Working with an experienced car accident attorney...
Continue ReadingIf you suffered a herniated disk in a car accident due to another driver’s negligence, you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries. A herniated disk is one of the most common back and neck injuries resulting from a car crash, and this painful condition can significantly limit your mobility. Unfortunately, insurance companies often try challenging herniated disk claims,...
Continue ReadingAfter suffering traumatic brain injury in a car accident in Arizona, you may have a lot of questions about your next steps, your rights, and how to handle a car accident claim. Traumatic brain injury can interfere with your life on many levels, making it difficult for you to take on tasks that were once normal and even simple....
Continue ReadingWhen you’ve been in a car accident, there is a complex set of obligations ahead of you. In addition to worrying about injuries, repairs, and getting back to work, you must also navigate the police report, insurance claim, and may even need to defend your right to a settlement under your own insurance policy. Fortunately, you don’t have to...
Continue ReadingA car accident can turn your world upside down, leaving you with physical injuries and emotional and financial turmoil. The challenges can feel even more daunting when such a life-altering event leads to a neck injury. Seeking the assistance of an experienced car accident lawyer in Arizona can make all the difference. At Hutzler Law, our team understands the turmoil that...
Continue ReadingBack injuries after a car accident can be severe. Even if they don’t cause pain right away, or they cause mild symptoms that goes away in a few days, back injuries can be more serious than they seem. They might involve underlying issues like vertebrae fractures, herniated discs, and spondylolisthesis, which may not be immediately obvious. Ignoring back injuries...
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