Monday, November 3, 2014

Extremely Drunk Driver Killed Officer Payne

Extremely Drunk Driver Killed Officer Payne
By:  Galen Satterlee

The man that killed Chandler Police Officer David Payne was extremely intoxicated at the time of the collision.  In fact, he was nearly four times the legal limit.  What's more, the drunk driver had a suspended license for a prior DUI offense at the time he took Officer Payne's life. UNACCEPTABLE.

http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/chandler/2014/11/03/driver-killed-chandler-officer-david-payne-was-drunk-abrk/18420177/

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ.


Friday, October 31, 2014

Chandler Officer Killed by Impaired Driver

Chandler Officer Killed by Drunk Driver
By:  Galen Satterlee

Sadly, another Chandler Police Officer has died as a result of a drunk driver.  Officer David Payne, a seven-year veteran of the Chandler Police Department was rear-ended on his motorcycle near the intersection of Chandler and Dobson roads.  According to his fellow officer, Officer Payne was a dedicated member of the DUI enforcement team.  He died in the line of duty.

http://www.azfamily.com/news/Chandler-police-officer-killed-in-crash-281053872.html

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ.

Saturday, August 9, 2014

DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT KILLS 6 YEAR-OLD PHOENIX GIRL

Drunk Driving Accident Kills Six-Year old Phoenix Girl
By:  Galen Satterlee




For the second time in a matter of weeks, the child of a drunk driver has died.  Phoenix police say the impaired driver, who was not identified, lost control of his vehicle in the area of 3500 North 75th Avenue in Phoenix and "t-boned" a pickup truck.  A woman driving a Chevrolet was transported to the hospital in extremely critical condition.




This was another preventable drunk driving accident.  Personal responsibility, plan your trips so you always have a designated driver available.  This is SO inexcusable!










http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/08/09/child-killed-car-crash/13825801/


About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ.

Thursday, August 7, 2014

SOLE FOCUS ON DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT CASES

SOLE FOCUS ON DRUNK DRIVING AND DISTRACTED DRIVING CASES
By: Galen Satterlee

We recognize there's a lot of competition out there for personal injury cases.  Our goal is not to compete with the masses for all cases, but rather help those in area where we excel - representing victims of drunk and distracted drivers.



Our personal injury practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive representation - assisting victims through the criminal prosecution of the drunk or distracted driver, evaluating and pursuing potential civil remedies, and maintaining a partnership thereafter to eradicate drunk and distracted driving.



So, when you consider your options, please keep us in mind.  We are happy to meet with anyone for a free consultation to discuss your options and our potential involvement.  Please remember, we are lawyer that focus on representing drunk driving accident victims and distracted driving victims, because we care about the cause and want to be the best at what we do!



About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ.

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

DISTRACTED DRIVING STATISTICS

DISTRACTED DRIVING STATISTICS
By:  Galen Satterlee

Distracted driving is getting more and more attention as more and more people are seriously injured or die as a result of someone not paying attention to the roadway.  According to the AAA Foundation, more than 5,000 people die annually as a result of a distracted driving accident.  16% of all fatal traffic collisions are a result of distracted driving.

Not suprisingly teens are the most likely to be distracted.  The combination of limited driving experience and the distractions of modern life are recipe for disaster for teens.  As hard as it is to wait to respond to that text message or read the latest e-mail, it's not worth it!!

If you are the vicitm of a distracted driving accident throughout Arizona, please give us a call and we will guide you through the process of getting the compensation you deserve!


About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ.

Monday, August 4, 2014

DISTRACTED DRIVER INJURES CITY OF PHOENIX EMPLOYEE

DISTRACTED DRIVER INJURES CITY OF PHOENIX EMPLOYEE
By: Galen Satterlee

A City of Phoenix employee was injured at 24th Street and Pecos Rd. in Ahwatukee today.  A distracted female driver was reaching for a bottle in the back seat of her SUV when she struck and seriously injured the municipal employee.  It is our present understanding the at-fault driver had two children under 5 years old in the back seat at the time of the collision.

Distracted driving is a cause of thousands of accidents in Arizona annually.  Distractions inside a car are the number 2 cause of distracted driving accidents (behind outside distractions - i.e. looking at another accident).  Cell phone usage is the 3rd most frequent cause of distracted driving accidents in Arizona.

If you are the victim of a distracted driving accident, please call us and we will be happy to help guide you through the process of pursuing a claim and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ.

DRUNK DRIVING BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN FACTOR IN SCOTTSDALE CRASH KILLING TWO MINORS AND ONE ADULT

Tragedy strikes again. And once again, alcohol may have been a factor.

Three people were killed in a single vehicle rollover accident in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Saturday August 2nd.  Alcohol is believed to have been a factor. The adult driver and two minor girls were killed in the accident. One male passenger survived.

The driver of the vehicle was the brother-in-law of the surviving male passenger.  The two girls that were killed in the accident were daughters of the surviving male passenger.

How many more people need to die because of drunk driving?


#StopDrunkDriving














http://ktar.com/22/1755607/Police-Man-2-girls-die-in-Scottsdale-crash#bylineInline



About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

DISTRACTED DRIVING ACCIDENT CAUSES

DISTRACTED DRIVING ACCIDENT CAUSES
By: Galen Satterlee

Distracted driving causes nearly 11% of Arizona traffic accidents.  According to a recent study by Arizona's Department of Public Safety, the most frequent cause of distracted driving accidents our "outside" influences, which account for nearly a quarter of all distracted driving accidents.  Second to outside influences was reaching from something inside the vehicle.  After that (and a surprise to some) was cell phone usage.

Arizona is woefully behind on passing any legislation that bans distracted driving. In fact, Arizona is one of only five states that doesn't have any such laws on the books.  For more details, check out the Phoenix New Times article on the subject:

http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/valleyfever/2014/04/arizona_texting_driving_accidents_dps_highway_patrol.php

If you've been in a distracted driving accident, please give us a call.  Our personal injury practice is dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted drivers.

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 



DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT STATISTICS

DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT STATISTICS
By:  Galen Satterlee

ADOT does an annual evaluation of drunk driving accidents and details their findings.  The statistics are scary.  By way of example, the number of drunk driving accidents accounts for less than 5% of all traffic accidents in Arizona.  However, nearly 33% of all traffic fatalities in Arizona result from drunk driving accidents.

Thousands of innocent people are injured in drunk driving accidents.  The economic toll of drunk driving accidents is equally staggering.  Annually, nearly $500M in damages flow from drunk driving accidents. There is a great deal of additional detail in the report with respect to when drunk driving accidents are most likely to occur: time of day, day of week, time of year, etc.

For more detail on ADOT's review of drunk driving accidens, click on the following link (the drunk driving statistics start at page. 32 of the Report):

http://www.azdot.gov/docs/default-source/mvd-services/12crashfacts.pdf?sfvrsn=2

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk and distracted driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk or distracted driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502.

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 


(NO) ACCOUNTABILITY IN DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENTS

(NO) ACCOUNTABILITY IN DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENTS
By:  Galen Satterlee

There is a sad and disturbing story in today's Arizona Republic about a lack of accountability in a young woman's death at the hands of a drunk driver 21 years ago (http://www.azcentral.com/story/laurieroberts/2014/08/04/rose-marie-maher-angela-gloria-schulze/13491551/).

This story illustrates the struggle family's of drunk driving victims sometimes go through.  While victim advocacy in the criminal courts has come a long way in the last two decades, letting a known killer escape is a wrong the must be made right.  Unfortunately, the interests of the victim(s) of drunk driving accidents aren't always a top consideration in prosecuting DUI offenses.  But victims deserve to be heard and offenders deserve to be punished.

We hope and pray that Rose Marie Maher gets justice!

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

Friday, August 1, 2014

STOPPING WRONG-WAY DRIVERS IN ARIZONA

STOPPING WRONG-WAY DRIVERS IN ARIZONA
By:  Galen H. Satterlee

Arizona officials seem to have been caught on their heels with the high number of recent and deadly wrong-way crashes on Arizona's freeways.  ADOT is continuing to study sensors to detect and alert DPS to the presence of wrong-way drivers.  But is this really a DPS or ADOT problem?  Keeping drunk and impaired drivers off the roadways is step one to preventing drunk driving accidents.  DPS is the last line of defense and they are making a valiant effort to curb the problem, but there is only so much they can do.

To stop drunk driving accidents, we all need to be more proactive on educating and reminding people about the importance of designated drivers, reminding bars about the liquor laws and tips and tools to identify patrons showing signs of intoxication.   Too many innocent people are dying or being seriously injured in drunk driving accidents.

http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/08/01/officials-quick-fix-can-stop-wrong-way-drivers/13449813/

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

Thursday, July 31, 2014

ANOTHER WRONG-WAY COLLISION IN PHOENIX

WRONG-WAY COLLISION NEAR DOWNTOWN PHOENIX, SEVERAL INJURED
By:  Galen H. Satterlee

This is beyond absurd.  Yet another wrong-way collision occurred last night along the Interstate 17 near Downtown Phoenix.  According to news reports, approximately 20 calls were made to 911 alerting them of the wrong-way driver, but they were unable to stop him before he caused the crash.   At least two people, including the wrong-way driver, were critically injured and had to be extricated from their vehicles.

The wrong-way driver is being investigated for possibly being under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the crash.  The frequency of wrong-way crashes is alarming.  The Arizona Department of Transportation is scrambling to figure out solutions, but they seem pre-occupied with notification systems. As indicated by last night's wrong-way crash, notifying DPS of a wrong-way driver is NOT the problem. Impaired driving is THE problem.

The horrific wrong-way crashes that have occurred around Phoenix over the last several months generally have a common denominator - a driver that was under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  AZ Central has a timeline chronicling the wrong-way driver problem and providing further perspective on the severity of these crashes and the toll they take in terms of injury and death.

http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/07/31/phoenix-wrong-way-driver-crash/13396359/

While ADOT focuses on education, enforcement, and engineering, we need the Office for Highway Safety and others to focus on reducing the number of drunk drivers on the roadways.  It is a complex problem, but we need to work hard to find solutions, because doing nothing is leading to more deaths and more injuries.  #stopdrunkdriving

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  Call us at 623.512.2502

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

APPARENTLY IMPAIRED DRIVER FLEES AFTER CAUSING SERIOUS ACCIDENT ON I-17

APPARENTLY IMPAIRED DRIVER FLEES AFTER CAUSING SERIOUS ACCIDENT ON I-17
By:  Galen H. Satterlee

Interstate 17 northbound was closed this morning for five hours after an driver, believed to be impaired, collided with a broken down vehicle on the side of the road.  This accident occurred near 7th Street in Phoenix and the innocent bystander may have suffered life-threatening injuries.  Despite the severity of this drunk driving accident, the driver that caused the collision, fled the scene.  A DUI investigation is presently pending.

If you or a loved one is the victim of a drunk driver, we are here to help.  We are dedicated to representing and championing the rights of victims for drunk and impaired drivers and work to ensure there's accountability for all parties that caused or contributed to a drunk driving accident.

About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing and advocating for the rights of victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  #stopdrunkdriving

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

DRUNK DRIVING KILLS HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE IN ARIZONA EVERY YEAR

DRUNK DRIVING KILLS HUNDREDS, AND INJURES THOUSANDS, OF PEOPLE IN ARIZONA EVERY YEAR
BY: Galen H. Satterlee

Arizona's Department of Public Safety publishes annual statistics detailing the number of alcohol related crashes on Arizona's roadways.  Over the past several decades, the number of drunk driving accident deaths has declined, but hundreds of Arizonans still die on Arizona's roadways every year.   Thousands more are injured in drunk driving accidents.

In 2002, nearly 500 people died in drunk driving accidents.  Last year, the number had declined to just shy of 300 deaths.  The annual death toll in Arizona has remained fairly consistent over the last several years.   So too have the number of injuries - last year over 5,000 people were injured across Arizona.

There are a number of scary statistics that put the problem with drunk and impaired driving in perspective.  None more so than the fact that the average American has a 30 percent chance of bing killed or injuredy by an impaired driver during their lifetime.  If we each do our part and continue to draw attention to drunk driving, hopefully we can push these terrible statistics closer to zero.  Please, please, please #stopdrunkdriving.  

If you need help pursuing a claim against a drunk or impaired driver in Arizona, call Galen Satterlee or CJ Gibbs.  We are dedicated to protecting and championing the rights of drunk driving victims.  We can be reached at 623.512.2502.  Please feel free to follow us @DUIVictimLawyer as well.  


About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing and advocating for the rights of victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  #stopdrunkdriving

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 


IMPAIRED DRIVER CHARGED IN CRASH RESULTING IN DEATH AND INJURY

IMPAIRED DRIVER CHARGED IN CRASH RESULTING IN DEATH AND INJURY
By:  Galen Satterlee

Today, a driver that caused a deadly accident along the 202 in Gilbert in 2013, was charged with manslaughter, aggravated assault, and drug possession.  The driver was apparently on meth at the time of the crash and collided with a DPS vehicle parked along the side of the freeway.  The DPS employee was injured and the driver's passenger was killed.

Sadly, the frequency of drug or alcohol related crashes in Arizona and elswhere remains disturbingly common.  If you've been injured or a loved one has been killed as a result of a driver impaired by alcohol or drugs, you need any accident attorney that will champion your rights and maximize your recovery against the culpable parties.

Attorneys CJ Gibbs and Galen Satterlee are dedicated to advocating for the rights of victims of impaired driving.  Please call us if you have been a victim of a drunk or impaired driver.  We want to earn the right to represent you!

Please follow us @DUIVictimLawyer or give us a call at 623.512.2502.


About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing and advocating for the rights of victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  #stopdrunkdriving

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

WHY YOU NEED AN ARIZONA DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

WHY YOU NEED AN ARIZONA DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENT ATTORNEY
By: Galen H. Satterlee

If you are the victim of a drunk driving accident, you don't just need any attorney, you need an attorney dedicated to championing your rights.  As advocates for drunk driving victims, we make it a priority to assist victims and their loved ones while the criminal case against the drunk driver is pending.  At your request, we are happy to function as a liaison with the prosecutors office, as well as any victim advocates assigned to the criminal case against the drunk driver.  We're different because we care about providing comprehensive representation to victims of drunk driving accidents.

If you hire us, you can and should expect we will know you by name, we will be accessible, and happy to answer any questions you may have along the way.  Among other things, our goal is to minimize the already significant burden on someone that has been injured or killed by a drunk driver.  

When you're evaluating hiring a lawyer, consider if they are a "jack of all trades" or focus on a specific area of personal injury law.  In our practice, we strive to be the best attorneys for drunk driving victims.  Our personal injury practice is dedicated to that end.  We don't do medical malpractice cases because we don't want to.  We limit our practice to representing victims of motor vehicle accidents, with an emphasis on victims of drunk and impaired drivers, and that's it.

If you have questions about our drunk driving accident practice, please don't hesitate to call.  We are here to help and look forward to earning your trust as a client.

#stopdrunkdriving

Please follow us @DUIVictimLawyer or contact us at 623.512.2502.


About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing and advocating for the rights of victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  #stopdrunkdriving

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

ARIZONA IS AMONG THE WORST STATES FOR UNINSURED DRIVERS

ARIZONA IS AMONG THE WORST STATES FOR UNINSURED DRIVERS
By Galen H. Satterlee

Did you know that one in four drivers in Arizona is uninsured?  It's a scary thought.  Being a defensive driver and taking evasive action to avoid accidents is always a good tactic on Arizona's roadways, but sometimes there's nothing you can do.  So, anyway to protect yourself and your loved ones?  The answer is yes, at least financially.

The way to do so is to ensure you purchase under and ininsured motorist coverage.  These coverages are typically referred to as UM (uninsured)/UIM (undinerinsured).  You can usually get upwards of $500,000 in UM/UIM coverage, which applies to anyone in your vehicle at the time of a collision and is also "portable" if you are in someone else's vehicle resulting in injury.  The cost-benefit isn't even close.  If you can afford it, buy it.

PS - This is the subject of another blog article, but medical payments coverage is another "no-brainer."  It costs next to nothing and can play a major part in defraying medical expenses as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

If you're the victim of a motor vehicle accident with an underinsured driver, please call CJ Gibbs or Galen Satterlee to help you maximize your recovery.  623.512.2502.


About DUI Victim Lawyers - Galen Satterlee and CJ Gibbs are drunk driving accident attorneys dedicated to representing and advocating for the rights of victims of drunk driving.  Our practice takes us throughout Arizona (and beyond with associated counsel) and we want to earn the right to represent you or a loved one affected by a drunk driving accident.  #stopdrunkdriving

*The information on this blog is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.  Furthermore, past results are not a guarantee of future success.  Every case is unique.  Principal Office: CKGH Law, P.C., 16515 S. 40th St., #143, Phoenix, AZ. 

ANOTHER WRONG-WAY ACCIDENT IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA, BELIEVED TO BE CAUSED BY A DRUNK DRIVER

ANOTHER WRONG-WAY ACCIDENT IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA, BELIEVED TO BE CAUSED BY A DRUNK DRIVER
Galen H. Satterlee, Esq.

Sadly, another wrong-way (head-on) accident occurred today.  Glendale PD believe it was caused by an underage impaired driver.  Arizona's roadways are becoming increasingly dangerous as a result of wrong-way accidents.  ADOT and others are struggling to find a solution to the growing problem.

In the last few months, several innocent people have died as a result of wrong-way collisions caused by drunk drivers.

As advocates for victims of drunk drivers, we strive to ensure anyone involved in furnishing alcohol or drugs to minors is held responsible for their actions.  

If you or anyone need assistance to ensure there's accountability for a drunk driver, please give us a call and we will be happy to help guide you through the process.  Our personal injury practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions for victims of drunk and impaired drivers.

http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/glendale/2014/07/29/five-car-pileup-in-glendale-abrk/13317105/

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DON’T GET BIT BY YOUR HOME OWNERS INSURER IF YOUR DOG BITES

DON’T GET BIT BY YOUR HOME OWNERS INSURER IF YOUR DOG BITES
By CJ Gibbs

If you own a dog there is a possibility that your homeowners insurance policy may exclude coverage if your dog bites somebody.  If this occurs, you may be personally responsible for the damages that were caused by the dog bite. Typical dog bites result in thousands of dollars of expenses. According to insurance statistics, the average cost paid out for dog bite claims exceeds $29,000.

Many people do not know that typical homeowners insurance policies exclude coverage for “aggressive” dogs, such as Pit Bulls & Staffordshire Terriers, Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Chows, Akitas and many other breeds of dogs.  Furthermore, some insurers exclude coverage for any dog that has bitten a person in the past or has not received state required vaccinations. To top all of this off, insurers may deny coverage for dog bites if the insurer was not aware the homeowner owned a dog.

To protect yourself, your loved ones, and the assets you have worked hard for, make sure you inform your homeowners insurer if you own a dog.  Furthermore, update your homeowners insurer any time you get a new dog.  If your homeowners insurer does not cover your dog, look into an additional writer for pet insurance and make sure they cover your specific breed of dog.

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