What should you know about motorcycle accidents in Arizona?
Popular riding routes like the Beeline Highway (AZ-87), the Apache Trail and roads around Sedona and Prescott draw weekend riders onto winding two-lane highways. In the Valley, left-turn crashes at wide, high-speed intersections are a frequent concern. Arizona's helmet law covers riders under 18, so adult riders may face insurer arguments about helmet use.
Arizona tip: Keep your helmet and gear unrepaired — they can show the force and direction of impact.
Who may be responsible for a motorcycle accident in Arizona?
The driver who caused the crash is usually responsible, but road agencies and manufacturers can also be liable. In Arizona, that can include another driver, a government agency, a manufacturer — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Arizona's pure comparative fault rule, a share of blame for the motorcycle accident lowers what you can recover but never bars the claim outright. Read Arizona car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a motorcycle accident claim in Arizona?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the motorcycle accident. Claims involving Arizona cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.