What Does Contingency Fee Mean? Many 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...
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 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 ReadingA personal injury lawyer in Arizona typically would not ask you to pay anything upfront; the lawyer would only get paid if they win or settle your case. However, some people decide not to hire a lawyer and they are looking for specific legal advice. Most lawyers will provide their advice for an hourly rate. The rates are over...
Continue ReadingNegotiations and lawsuits involving a brain injury can settle in a few months to up to two years. But this time frame can be longer or shorter depending on the severity of the brain injuries involved and whether the case goes to trial. However, many factors can affect these claims and your ability to settle for the financial damages...
Continue ReadingIn 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 ReadingSlip and fall injury claims, as shown by slip and fall accident statistics, are common in Phoenix and throughout the state of Arizona. Falling in Walmart, slipping outside of a restaurant, or tripping inside a mall can all result in serious injury and harm. Businesses and property owners have the legal responsibility to keep their property free from potential...
Continue ReadingHave you suffered significant injuries and losses in an accident? Are you now waiting forever to get the money you need to cover these costs and get back to living your life? While this may seem like a stressful situation, it is a common problem many accident victims have to deal with. That is why if you endured severe...
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 ReadingAll injuries can cause pain and harm. But the type known legally as “catastrophic injury” causes the affected individual to lose the ability to perform gainful work. They may have lost the ability to move or to use significant body parts. Once you understand that a catastrophic injury results in the loss of the ability to perform gainful work,...
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