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Assessing any car accident for fault can be a difficult task. This is especially true with lane change accidents. Lane change accidents are generally sideswipe collisions meaning that two vehicles crash horizontally. Eyewitness information, police evidence, and other information such as cell phone records may be needed to determine which driver or drivers are…

Vehicle passengers who are harmed in car accidents have legal rights. The focus of most car accidents is on the driver or drivers of the vehicles involved, and for a good reason. These people will ultimately be responsible for the costs and damages associated with the collision, along with any potential criminal liability. However,…

The injured car accident victim can file a civil suit to recover their accident-related damages. However, recovering damages from a car accident does not always require the time, expense, and risk related to a civil lawsuit. The Insurance Claims Process Arizona requires car owners to carry accident insurance on their vehicles. Therefore, the first…

The labor and delivery process is incredibly difficult on a woman’s body. There are many things that can go wrong, including prolonged labor that adds continued stress to the body of the mother and child. However, can a doctor be held liable for prolonged labor that leads to injuries or illness of the mother…

Seat belts are meant to protect vehicle riders and usually work as intended, preventing severe injuries in the event of a car crash. While a seat belt may leave a passenger with bruises or lacerations, they are saved from colliding with large inanimate objects and inflicting more serious bodily harm. However, seat belts, like…

When people suffer injuries in a car accident, they are often sure if and when to hire a car accident attorney.  While accidents resulting in only minor property damage may not require a personal injury attorney’s services, those with bodily injury usually do.  The best time to speak with and ultimately retain an experienced…

Nursing home admission can be stressful and somewhat intimidating. There is an overwhelming amount of paperwork to sign and fill out.  Many soon-to-be residents and their loved ones have little or no idea that one of the standard forms in the admission packet is a “Pre-Dispute Arbitration Agreement.” What is a Pre-Dispute Arbitration Agreement?…

Elder abuse is prevalent across the United States and occurs every day here in Arizona.  In order to end elder abuse, we as a community must first understand the problem and learn to identify the risk factors associated with this devastating crime against the elderly. What is Elder Abuse? The Center For Disease Control…

Elder abuse is at epidemic levels in the United States.  Elder abuse comes in many forms, including but not limited to physical, financial, emotional and psychological, and sexual abuse. Some elder abuse, like physical abuse, is easier to identify and treat than other types.  Emotional and psychological elder abuse are more difficult to detect…

Medical errors happen more often than we as patients would like to think.  When you suffer injuries at the hands of a caregiver, surgeon, or medical facility, you may wonder if your situation meets the criteria needed for a medical malpractice lawsuit. There are some key points to consider before pursuing any type of…