A deadly motorcycle crash in Chandler on Tuesday reminds us of the dangers that motorcycle drivers face everyday. The accident that occurred at Cooper and Germann was caused by a driver of a car turning right on a red into the intersection without seeing the oncoming motorcyclist. The motorcyclist attempted to avoid the crash by […]
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Matthew Lopez Law will collect for red light runner victims
A January 2013 news release claims that red light cameras do help prevent red light running particular the worst type of red light running where the light has been red for some time. Arizona is known to be high on the list for the worst places for red light running. A study conducted by the […]
Faulty airbags during car accident? Hire Matthew Lopez Law for your protection
Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne has publicly released a warning to Arizona drivers about possible faulty airbags in their cars, potentially causing severe injuries and possibly death during a car accident. He warned that if there has been any work or repairs to your airbags, or you have purchased a used vehicle that has been […]
Medical Marijuana DUI: Do not let your future go up in smoke
A well-known Arizona doctor is making the news after speaking out supporting the legalization of marijuana in this state for medical purposes. Dr. Richard Strand, who represents the Arizona Wellness Chamber of Commerce, said that he believes medial use marijuana can help many people with various medical conditions and can help with appetite, anxiety, sleep […]
Mulch Mess on I-10! Injuries avoided… this time
A flat bed truck traveling eastbound on I-10 in Phoenix this morning flipped over and spilled the load of mulch it was carrying, causing severe delays in both directions for commuters for 5 hours. Luckily there were no injuries reported for this incident. Large commercial vehicles such as this are a common sight on our […]
Lake Havasu Boat DUI Attorney – Don’t Find Yourself in Hot Water
The beautiful warm weather is almost here which also brings in boating season. Boating can be a thrilling and fun experience for you to have with family and friends; Lake Havasu is the perfect place for it. Lake Havasu, located within driving distance from Phoenix, is a hot spot for boating, jet skis, water skiing and other […]
Arizona Canyon Lake – OUI & DUI – Know your Limits
I recently represented a client who was arrested at Canyon Lake for operating his boat under the influence of alcohol. This charge is technically called an OUI, but is commonly referred to as a boating DUI. It is against the law to operate a boat or a watercraft while impaired by alcohol or drugs and […]
Loop 303 Closed in Surprise — Another Fatal Accident
A fatal accident shut down the Loop 303 in both directions today near Greenway Road. Three vehicles were involved in this unfortunate incident that left one person dead and several others seriously injured, including three children. While the details of the accident are unknown at the moment, it is clear that a thorough investigation will […]
Eloy Justice Court – Criminal Speeding Reduced to Civil
One of the biggest hot spots for criminal speeding – excessive speeding – tickets is in Eloy, Arizona. Cops know the drive from Phoenix to Tucson is incredibly boring and people are in a hurry. In Arizona, it is considered criminal to travel more than 20 miles per hour over the posted speed limit or more than […]
Don’t Fake it…Keep it Real
A recent report by the Arizona Department of Liquor sheds new details on a sad case from the end of last year. The 19-year-old ASU student whose body was found in the Salt River in December 2012 after a night of drinking was discovered in possession of a fake I.D. in his pocket. The Tempe […]