Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Tempe, AZ
ASU corridors, I-10, and US-60 make Tempe one of the most complex motorcycle environments in the metro. Arizona’s 2-year window is already running.
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Why Motorcycle Accident Cases in Tempe Need a Local Lawyer
Tempe sits at the intersection of I-10 and US-60 — two of the busiest freeways in the Phoenix metro — and is home to Arizona State University, which generates enormous pedestrian and bicycle traffic on Apache Boulevard, Mill Avenue, University Drive, and Rural Road. Motorcycles share these corridors with distracted student and commuter drivers on a daily basis. The Tempe Town Lake area, Rural Road, and the Price Freeway (Loop 101) interchange all see concentrated crash exposure. Left-turn violations at signalized intersections on Baseline Road and Southern Avenue are among the most common causes of fatal motorcycle crashes in the Tempe corridor.
Arizona’s lane filtering law (ARS 28-903) permits filtering under specific conditions. Insurers routinely cite this statute to argue the motorcyclist was at fault. An attorney familiar with the statute can rebut that argument directly.
Arizona Law That Controls Your Case
- ARS 12-542 — 2-year statute of limitations
- ARS 12-2505 — Pure comparative fault: your recovery is reduced by your fault percentage, not barred
- ARS 28-903 — Lane filtering; insurers misuse this to argue fault when it doesn’t apply
- ARS 20-259.01 — UM/UIM coverage requirements — critical when the at-fault driver is underinsured
Where Tempe Crash Victims Receive Trauma Care
Major motorcycle crash injuries in Tempe route to Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital (1500 S Mill Ave, Tempe) or Banner Desert Medical Center (1400 S Dobson Rd, Mesa — near the Tempe/Mesa border). Serious injuries with surgical needs may transfer to Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix. Tempe PD investigates crashes within city limits; DPS covers freeway-related incidents.
What You Can Recover
- Past and future medical bills
- Motorcycle and gear replacement (helmet, jacket, gloves, boots)
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent disability or disfigurement if applicable
UM/UIM Coverage Is Often the Primary Recovery Path
Arizona law requires carriers to offer uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (ARS 20-259.01). Motorcyclists are frequently hit by underinsured drivers who carry only the state minimum of 25/50/15 (ARS 28-4009) — an amount that rarely covers a serious motorcycle crash. Your own UM/UIM coverage may be the primary recovery path. We review all available coverage at intake.
Our Fee Structure
Contingency fee. No fee unless we recover compensation for you. Free consultation directly with Josh Wood.
Related Pages
- Tempe Car Accident Lawyer
- Tempe Truck Accident Lawyer
- Tempe Personal Injury Lawyer
- Arizona Motorcycle Accident Law Overview
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident claim in Arizona?
2 years from the crash date under ARS 12-542. Missing this deadline permanently bars the claim. Contact an attorney as soon as possible.
Does Arizona’s lane filtering law affect my fault percentage?
ARS 28-903 permits lane filtering under defined conditions. Insurers routinely cite this statute to argue the motorcyclist was at fault. That argument typically fails when the statute’s conditions were met. An attorney familiar with ARS 28-903 can rebut it directly.
What can I recover after a motorcycle accident?
Past and future medical bills, motorcycle and gear replacement (helmet, jacket, gloves, boots), lost wages and earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Permanent injuries increase value significantly.
What if the at-fault driver didn’t have enough insurance?
Arizona requires carriers to offer UM/UIM coverage (ARS 20-259.01). If you carry it, your own policy becomes the primary recovery path when the at-fault driver is underinsured. We review all available coverage at intake.
Ready to Talk?
Free consultation. No fee unless we win. Speak directly with Josh Wood.