Due to the speed and force involved in many car accidents, it is unsurprising that an estimated 43% of car accidents result in injuries. Yet, in the aftermath of a car accident, you may be surprised that you are able to walk away without feeling any pain. Unfortunately, this does not mean that you are out of the woods, as certain...
Continue ReadingIndividuals who get hurt in a motorcycle accident face significant expenses, not to mention physical and emotional difficulties. It’s understandable to want to know how long it will take to pursue a lawsuit and secure compensation for their losses. Without knowing the specifics of a case, however, motorcycle accident lawyers can only give broad estimates of how long a...
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 ReadingHelp! My car is defective and caused an accident – Do I need a lawyer? Our Phoenix personal injury attorneys hear this quite frequently. It is no surprise that today’s automobiles are much safer than ever. Technologies, devices, and equipment ensure car passengers and drivers are well-protected. Seat belts, road and vehicle condition monitoring computers, crumple zones, airbags, and...
Continue ReadingAccidents involving motorcycles are some of the most serious crashes on Arizona roadsm therefor is important to know what to do after a motorcycle accident. The standard design of a motorcycle offers very minimal protection from impact with other vehicles. Potential issues that may contribute to, or cause, a motorcycle accident include driver error, improper traffic control devices, poorly...
Continue ReadingWhen people think about traumatic brain injuries, high-impact contact sports and catastrophic accidents may first come to mind. Injuries to the brain, after all, must take an enormous force to occur. However, the reality is that a TBI can happen to anyone. For example, a slip on wet pavement, a seemingly minor fender bender, or an object that falls...
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 ReadingIn the last 50 years, some of Arizona’s cities’ population has grown exponentially. Phoenix went from just under a million people to almost five million. Tucson has doubled in size since the end of the last century. With every newcomer to Arizona comes the need for infrastructure such as housing, schools, businesses, service industries, and of course, roads to...
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