In the state of Arizona, the statute of limitations for car accidents is two years from the date of your accident. However, exceptions do exist and the law is complex to navigate without legal guidance. Many injured car accident victims in Arizona miss the deadline for filing a claim simply because they do not realize they can or believe...
Continue ReadingIn Arizona, individuals who are hurt in an accident due to someone else’s negligence can file a personal injury lawsuit against the party responsible to seek compensation for their damages. This is a comprehensive guide that explains how to file a personal injury lawsuit in Arizona. IMPORTANT: The information provided below is not a substitute for legal advice and should not be relied...
Continue ReadingFiling a personal injury claim may mean that you need to spend considerable time navigating settlement offers. Many people, however, do not know how to determine whether they have received a settlement offer that fairly reflects the damages they have suffered as a direct result of their injuries. A good settlement offer may vary substantially from one claim to...
Continue ReadingBecause of the high traffic volume in larger cities such as Phoenix, T-bone accidents are more common. The risk of a T-bone truck accident is higher in cities because of the number of trucks making deliveries to businesses and the number of roads entering main roads. When drivers do not stop at a traffic signal or an intersection with...
Continue ReadingSideswipe collisions pose a serious risk to drivers and passengers alike, particularly on highways and interstates with a great deal of merging traffic, like I-10 or I-17. Often, motorists fail to properly predict the actions of others around them, making it very difficult to merge or change lanes safely. Unfortunately, inaccurately judging the movement of other drivers can substantially...
Continue ReadingIt can happen anywhere: a store, a sidewalk, hotel stairs, or a neighbor’s backyard. You slip, and suddenly you fall to the ground. But who is liable for such a slip and fall accident? There isn’t one single answer, frankly. Liability for a slip and fall depends on where it occurs and who is responsible for it. If you...
Continue ReadingPremises liability is a legal concept that holds property owners responsible for a wide range of accidents that happen on their property due to a dangerous, preventable situation and are not handled with reasonable care. Under Arizona law, a property owner is an implicit responsibility to maintain their premises according to basic safety standards, whether following fire safety or...
Continue ReadingWhen you rent an apartment, condo, single-family home, or another residence, you expect your landlord to keep the unit in good condition, including keeping it heated and cooled, preventing water leaks, and keeping the property safe. Unfortunately, some landlords do not keep their properties safe. Many are often unreachable or just don’t care. Landlords that do not take care...
Continue ReadingCar accidents can occur anywhere out on the road. A variety of challenges may contribute to the risk of a dangerous car accident: for example, distracted drivers may have a much more significant risk of serious injury. However, geographic location, and proximity to home, may not factor into many drivers’ calculations. In many cases, it should. According to the...
Continue ReadingMany injured Phoenix personal injury victims and families want to know, “What does a contingency fee mean?” A contingency fee means that a lawyer only gets paid if they win or settle your case. Have you ever seen a lawyer’s ad where they claim, “No win, no fee?” Well, that is the summarized definition of a contingency fee. It...
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