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Landlord Liability for Crimes Occurring on Rental Properties
In Arizona, all property owners are required to use a certain degree of care in keeping their premises safe for visitors. This responsibility, however, is especially high for certain types of property owners, including landlords, who must not only keep their properties in good condition, but must also take steps to protect tenants from becoming…
Read MoreArizona Car Accident Statistics
In a recent report, the Arizona Department of Transportation estimated that there were 98,778 car accidents in the state in 2020 alone. Around 28,610 of these crashes resulted in injury and 970 proved to be fatal to one or more of the parties involved. Having a thorough understanding of these statistics can go a long…
Read MoreYour Guide to Negligent Security Claims in Arizona
Businesses and property owners in Arizona have a duty to keep their premises in reasonably safe and secure condition for invited guests. If an accident or injury occurs on the premises, they can be held legally responsible for their failure to do so. Notably, a business or property owner could potentially be held liable for…
Read MoreWhat Happens If You Get Into a Car Accident While Visiting Tucson?
Car crashes happen every day in our region. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) reports that there were 98,778 motor vehicle collisions in the state in 2020 alone. While getting into a serious accident is always stressful, the situation can be especially complicated and confusing if you are involved in a wreck while on vacation…
Read MoreThe Parents’ Guide to Child Injury Claims in Arizona
As a parent, there are few things more difficult than seeing your child seriously hurt in an accident—especially if they were injured because another party failed to take proper safety precautions. Your child needs immediate medical attention from a qualified physician. You also need to know how to navigate the legal claims process. Child injury…
Read MoreWhat is a Demand Letter in a Personal Injury Case in Arizona?
Were you hurt in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence in Arizona? If so, you have the right to pursue financial compensation for your damages through a personal injury claim. That may or may not involve filing a lawsuit. Data from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) shows that more than 95 percent of…
Read MoreThe Differences Between Wrongful Death Claims and Survival Actions
Losing someone you love is the hardest experience you will ever go through. When another person’s negligence caused the death, it is natural to become even more frustrated and angry. You can hold the negligent party liable for paying damages to cover the losses sustained as a result of the wrongful death. In Arizona, two…
Read MoreHow Do Truck Accidents Differ from Car Accidents?
It is easy to assume that because truck accidents and car crashes both happen on Tucson’s roads and highways, that the two are similar. Truthfully, though, truck accidents vastly differ from car crashes on the road. The aftermath of a truck accident is much more complex, the injuries are more severe, and different laws apply.…
Read MoreIs Brake Checking Legal in Arizona?
Most drivers in Arizona have seen a vehicle in front of them slam on their brakes suddenly. Maybe you have even done it yourself. Sometimes, applying the brakes in such a quick manner is necessary to avoid an accident. Other times, though, it is done to send a signal to other drivers, and it may…
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