State Farm Stadium is one of Arizona’s most recognizable entertainment venues, hosting Arizona Cardinals games, the Fiesta Bowl, international soccer matches, concerts, the NCAA Final Four, and other major events. Each event brings tens of thousands of vehicles into Glendale within a short period, creating heavy congestion before and after the event.
The combination of unfamiliar drivers, rideshare vehicles, pedestrians, buses, and stop-and-go traffic significantly increases the risk of serious motor vehicle accidents.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident near State Farm Stadium, Orange Law is prepared to help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
Why Event Traffic Accidents Happen
Traffic around major sporting events creates unique driving hazards.
Common causes include:
- Distracted driving
- GPS distractions
- Sudden lane changes
- Failure to yield
- Following too closely
- Rear-end collisions
- Aggressive driving
- Driver impatience
- Rideshare pickup confusion
- Pedestrian crossings
- Driving under the influence after sporting events or concerts
- Heavy stop-and-go traffic
Many crashes occur within just a few miles of the stadium.
High-Risk Roads Near State Farm Stadium
Serious crashes frequently occur on:
- Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway)
- Glendale Avenue
- Cardinals Way
- Maryland Avenue
- 91st Avenue
- 95th Avenue
- Northern Avenue
- Camelback Road
- Bethany Home Road
- Westgate Entertainment District entrances
Traffic congestion can continue for hours after major events conclude.
Common Injuries
Victims often suffer:
- Whiplash
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Herniated discs
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Internal bleeding
- Shoulder injuries
- Knee injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Permanent disability
Even lower-speed crashes in heavy traffic can cause significant injuries.
Who May Be Liable?
Depending on the circumstances, liability may include:
- Negligent drivers
- Uber or Lyft drivers
- Shuttle or bus operators
- Commercial vehicle drivers
- Employers
- Other motorists involved in chain-reaction collisions
Orange Law investigates every available source of compensation.
Arizona Comparative Negligence
Arizona follows a pure comparative negligence system under A.R.S. § 12-2505.
Even if you are partially responsible for the accident, you may still recover compensation. Your recovery is generally reduced by your percentage of fault rather than completely barred.
Insurance companies often argue that traffic congestion—not negligence—caused the collision. Orange Law works to establish exactly how the crash occurred.
Evidence That Can Strengthen Your Case
Critical evidence often includes:
- Police reports
- Stadium area surveillance footage
- Traffic camera recordings
- Dashcam footage
- Witness statements
- Cell phone records
- Medical records
- Crash scene photographs
- Vehicle damage analysis
- Accident reconstruction reports
Prompt investigation helps preserve valuable evidence.
Compensation Available
Depending on your injuries, compensation may include:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Hospital bills
- Future medical care
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Property damage
- Permanent disability
- Rehabilitation expenses
Every claim should be evaluated based on its unique facts.
Why Insurance Companies Fight Event Traffic Claims
Insurance companies frequently attempt to:
- Blame heavy traffic
- Shift fault between multiple drivers
- Minimize injuries
- Challenge medical treatment
- Delay settlements
- Offer quick, low-value settlements
Orange Law aggressively protects clients against these tactics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the driver who hit me was visiting from another state?
You may still pursue an Arizona personal injury claim. Insurance coverage generally follows the vehicle, regardless of where the driver lives.
What if I was riding in an Uber or Lyft?
You may have claims against one or more insurance policies depending on the facts of the accident.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit?
Many Arizona personal injury claims generally must be filed within two years, although exceptions may apply.
Can Orange Law help?
Yes. Orange Law represents accident victims throughout Glendale, Phoenix, and across Arizona.
Why Choose Orange Law?
Orange Law understands the complexities of high-traffic accident cases involving multiple vehicles, rideshare services, and disputed liability.
We provide:
- Immediate accident investigations
- Preservation of critical evidence
- Aggressive insurance negotiations
- Accident reconstruction experts
- Trial-ready representation
- Free consultations
- No attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation
We are committed to helping injured victims obtain the maximum recovery possible.
Contact Orange Law Today
If you or a loved one has been injured in a traffic accident near State Farm Stadium in Glendale, don’t let the insurance company control your future.
Contact Orange Law today for a free consultation.
You pay nothing unless we win your case.