“You have a good medical malpractice case.”

These are seven words you never want me or any other medical malpractice lawyer to tell you. The reason is that every “good” medical malpractice case involves a catastrophic injury or death.

Juries are human. Humans avoid things which make them uncomfortable. Knowing that the medical professionals to whom we entrust our lives and those of our loved ones make mistakes that kill and injure people on a regular basis is deeply disturbing. Because of this deep-seated need to believe in doctors and hospitals, juries are reluctant to find against them in malpractice…
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What if the thing that makes you a better lawyer, a happier employee, and a more trusted firm has four legs and a wagging tail?
Let’s be real—legal work can be a lot. Between tight deadlines, emotionally heavy cases, and huge workloads, things can get pretty intense. But here’s the thing: science backs up what dog people have known all along.  Allowing dogs in the workplace isn’t just heartwarming. It’s research-backed, good for mental health, and surprisingly good for business.
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Armed robbery is a more serious form of the crime of robbery. It involves the possession, use, or threatened use of a deadly weapon or a simulated deadly weapon, or in some cases a dangerous instrument, during the commission of a robbery.

Armed robbery is a Class 2 felony under Arizona law, the second-most severe category of crime in the state.

In this article, we discuss the details of armed robbery in Arizona, including:

  • How the law defines armed robbery
  • The penalties for armed robbery
  • Possible legal defenses to a charge of armed robbery

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Under Arizona law, forgery involves altering a written document with the intent to defraud another person. 

A common example of forgery is trying to cash a check with a forged signature. Other common examples include creating fake prescriptions for medications or filling out unauthorized applications for credit using another person’s personal information.

Depending on the circumstances, a conviction for forgery is classified as a Class 4 or Class 3 felony in Arizona.

In this blog post, we examine forgery crimes in Arizona. Specifically, we cover:

  • The elements of the offense
  • Penalties for a forgery conviction
  • Defenses to a charge of

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In Arizona, committing forgery can be as simple as mimicking someone else’s signature on a check and presenting it to a bank to be cashed. In other cases, though, forgery methods can be more complex, involving a variety of tools specifically designed or adapted to forge written instruments. Possessing these kinds of tools with the intent to use them to commit forgery is a crime under Arizona law.

A conviction for criminal possession of a forgery device is a Class 5 or a Class 6 felony offense in Arizona.

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Hazing is an activity that traditionally has taken place among college students in fraternity hazing cases, but it is not limited to them. Hazing became a criminal offense in Arizona effective with the 2022 enactment of Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) Sections 13-1215 and 13-1216. A conviction for hazing under Arizona law can be a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the physical harm done.

In this blog post, we discuss what constitutes hazing and the applicable penalties for a conviction of hazing. 

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It may seem counterintuitive at first, but if you have a past DUI conviction in Arizona, that will not necessarily keep you from becoming a police officer in this state.

In this blog post, we discuss how Arizona municipalities treat prior DUIs on your record when you apply to become a police officer.

If you are facing a DUI charge in Arizona, call Rosenstein Law Group at (480) 248-7666 or contact us online to speak with an experienced Arizona DUI defense lawyer.

What Do Police Departments Look For in Applicants?

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Becoming—or remaining—a firefighter in Arizona with a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction can present challenges, but they are not always insurmountable. In this blog post, we cover how firefighter candidates can deal with a prior DUI conviction during the application process and the effect of a DUI on current firefighters.

The Rosenstein Law Group represents Arizona residents charged with DUI. 

If you need help as a firefighter applicant or are presently employed as a firefighter facing a DUI charge, call our law office at (480) 248-7666, or you can contact us online to speak with one of our…
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Riding a bicycle home after enjoying drinks with friends in Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, or another city in Arizona might seem like a responsible alternative to driving a car. Many cyclists assume pedaling home keeps them safe from DUI charges. However, Arizona’s laws create nuances around intoxicated cycling. Understanding these nuances could save you from unexpected legal trouble. At The Law Offices of John Phebus, we regularly field the question from concerned cyclists: can you get a DUI on a bicycle in Arizona? The type of bicycle you ride has a significant impact on what charges you may face.
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Climate and culture exist in every organization whether leaders acknowledge them or not. While they might go unmeasured, climate and culture quietly drive engagement, performance, and retention. A climate assessment can make the invisible visible. You likely started your business with a clear set of values and a vision for the culture you wanted to create. They’re probably still listed on your website. You may have turned them into posters, included them in annual performance reviews, and discussed them during new employee onboarding.But that was thirty hires ago.Now, the energy has shifted. Four people from the same team…
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Yes, it is illegal to drive without first obtaining the required amounts of liability insurance in Arizona. All motorists are legally obligated to carry insurance before driving on public roads. Unlawfully driving without insurance could lead to legal and administrative penalties, including fines and driver’s license suspension in Arizona.
What Are Arizona’s Insurance Requirements as of 2026?
Every motor vehicle driver in Arizona is required by law (ARS § 28-4009) to have proof of insurance or financial responsibility. It is against the law to operate any motorized vehicle on a public road in the State of Arizona…
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Your next client might not start on Google. They might spend 30 minutes explaining their situation to ChatGPT before ever asking for a lawyer recommendation, or they might search in a panic at 11 AM on a Sunday and hire whoever answers. Understanding the difference changes everything: not just your marketing, but how you run your practice.
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For businesses operating in the United States, immigration and business compliance begin long before a government audit, a worksite inspection, or, worse, an ICE raid. As we have seen in the Metro Phoenix Area, ICE is ramping up its actions against business owners, as in the case of the 15 Zipps Sport Grills that were […]
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Everyone wants to know the secret formula, the one big move that changes everything. But the reality of how success gets built is mundane. Success doesn’t happen because you had one brilliant insight or made one perfect decision. Success happens when you put in small, consistent amounts of effort, every day and every week, regardless of whether you feel motivated or whether anyone’s watching.

This is true whether you’re an attorney, an accountant, a sales person, a financial advisor, filming two minutes of video content for your business, or lifting weights at the gym. You get the idea—small, deliberate, regular…
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Article Summary

  • It depends. Most times, settlements are paid in a lump sum payment, but larger settlements may be paid in installments.
  • Yes. There is a designated order for how settlements are paid. Debts and legal fees are paid first, and the remaining balance goes to the person who filed the claim.
  • Most settlements are disbursed within three months of the agreement.

Car accidents can happen in seconds. The process of settling a lawsuit and receiving compensation for that accident can take quite a bit longer. While simpler cases may need just months to resolve, more complicated ones can take…
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From Sarah Cole: The Santa Clara School of Law Conflict Resolution Program and the Stanford Law School Gould Negotiation and Mediation Program will jointly sponsor a program on AI and Negotiation: The New Frontier of Dispute Resolution on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 4:30–6:00 pm PST, with in-person options at Santa Clara Law and Stanford Law … Continue reading AI and Negotiation: The New Frontier of Dispute Resolution →
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