Top Causes of Car Accidents in Arizona

The top causes of car accidents in Arizona are generally preventable driver errors. According to Arizona data reports, speeding was a major cause of crashes, contributing to 417 deaths and 20,722 injuries. Another common cause of car wrecks in Arizona was impaired driving. Alcohol‑related crashes accounted for nearly 28% of all fatal collisions. Additionally, distracted driving was reported in at least 8,289 crashes in Arizona. 

• Distracted driving vehicle accidents: Texting while driving is against the law in Phoenix and Tucson, but there is currently no statewide ban against texting while driving. Drivers texting and talking on a cell phone often put everyone at risk. They might think they’re in control. But every year, many people are seriously injured or killed by a distracted driver using their cell phone.
• Drunk driving accidents: In 2024, there were approximately 5,520 alcohol‑related crashes in Arizona. These numbers show that impaired driving continues to be a major cause of serious and deadly car accidents. 
• Speeding accidents: Driving too fast might not seem like a major issue. But when a vehicle is speeding, or traveling faster than the posted speed limit, drivers have less time to react and a greater chance of having a high-speed collision with another vehicle. And the faster the vehicles are going, the more likely the injuries will be serious or perhaps even fatal.
• Reckless driving accidents: What constitutes reckless driving varies from person to person. What might seem normal to some could be perceived as downright dangerous. Examples of reckless driving include not obeying posted traffic signals, following other vehicles too closely, and weaving in and out of traffic.
• Driver fatigue accidents: Drivers have a choice when they choose to drive tired. When drivers fall asleep at the wheel, such vehicles become high-speed weapons that wreak havoc on our roads. Even drowsy driving can be dangerous. Accidents can happen in an instant. That’s why drivers need to keep their eyes on the road at all times.

Injured in One of the Common Causes of Arizona Car Accidents?

Even though many accidents seem to share similar causes, no two accidents are the same. Every accident is different.  At Israel & Gerity, PLLC, we treat every customer the same way – as an individual, a unique person.

We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We listen to our clients and work with them to design a strategy that fits their particular legal needs. Find out what a top-notch Phoenix injury lawyer can do for you. Contact us today.

Israel & Gerity, PLLC – where clients come first, and results matter.