TEFCA’s October 26 compliance deadline is directed at QHINs, but organizations connected through them should be paying attention, too. A restriction further up the network could disrupt your access even if your organization followed the rules. With federal oversight expanding and data access disputes landing in court, participants may also need to explain what happened to records they exchanged long before this deadline.
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In Arizona, deciding how to divide a wrongful death settlement means assessing each eligible beneficiary’s losses; equal shares are not automatic. Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) Section 12-612(C) states that each person entitled to recover is entitled to a proportionate share of the settlement distribution according to that person’s damages. 

This means that each person’s share of the recovery depends on that person’s own financial and personal losses as a consequence of the death, not on a fixed percentage, the terms of the deceased’s will, or the state of Arizona’s intestacy laws.

So, for example, a surviving spouse and two adult…
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How bad does a dog bite have to be to sue? Arizona law sets no minimum injury severity, but you must show that the bite caused compensable harm and that the defendant is legally responsible. Even a minor bite may support a claim for medical expenses, pain, scarring, infection, or other losses.

If you are considering suing for a dog bite, how much is the claim worth? The answer depends on how bad your injuries were, how much medical treatment you needed to have, whether you have any permanent damage, and how the injury impacts your everyday life. Although more…
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Dealing with the aftermath of a dog bite injury in Arizona is serious business. You need to follow the correct steps afterward to make sure you get the compensation you are entitled to. Sometimes that means going to trial, but many times dog bite settlements are reached beforehand.

Arizona’s strict liability dog bite law provides you with real negotiating power when it comes time to negotiate a dog bite settlement; however, it only works in your favor if you leverage the law before agreeing to a settlement.

Before deciding on an offer from the insurance company, contact Stone Rose Law…
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WHEN DEFECTIVE CONCRETE ISN’T COVERED A California bridge case highlights the distinction between replacing defective work and repairing property damage caused by that work. Contractors and concrete suppliers know that a failed mix can become more than a technical problem. It can delay a project and trigger expensive repairs. When defective work is alleged, the […]
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Disorderly conduct in Phoenix is governed by Arizona law, specifically A.R.S. § 13-2904. A person may be charged if they intend to disturb the peace or quiet of a neighborhood, family, or person, or know that their conduct is doing so, and engage in one of the acts prohibited by the statute.
These prohibited actions include engaging in fighting, violent or seriously disruptive behavior, or making unreasonable noise. The statute also covers the use of abusive or offensive language that is likely to provoke an immediate physical retaliation, as well as the reckless display, possession, or discharge of a…
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This bibliography comprises scholarly books, book chapters, and journal articles published or accepted for publication by full-time, emeritus, and retired faculty of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law between July 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026.

Jessica Berch & Amy Langenfeld, Introduction to Legal Method and Process: Cases and Materials (7th ed., West Academic 2026)

This innovative casebook on legal method provides a practical roadmap for thriving in law school by introducing students to judicial opinions, statutes, interpretive techniques, and the roles of lawyers, courts, and legislatures in conflict resolution. The book has student-centered, approachable design, and it tackles…
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Conferences often produce engaging conversations and new connections.  The best ones also produce ideas that continue to evolve and reach new audiences long after the final session ends. With that in mind, Eleni Kosta (Tilburg Law School, NL), Diana M. Bowman (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, AUS)*, and I are pleased to share a new white paper capturing the proceedings of our July 2025 conference, Tech-Trust Nexus: Revolutionizing Online Dispute Resolution hosted by the Tilburg Institute for Law, Technology, and Society (TILT) at Tilburg University.The conference brought together scholars and practitioners to examine how emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, are…
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How Do You Stop Counterfeiters Selling Under Your Brand?
There is nothing quite as disheartening for an e-commerce seller as discovering that a bad actor has ripped off your product designs, hijacked your listings, and started selling cheap knockoffs to your customers. Your immediate instinct will be to demand that the platform remove them or threaten the infringer with a lawsuit. But if you try to report them without the right backing, you will quickly run into a frustrating administrative wall.
The most lethal weapon you can wield against online counterfeiters is a registered federal trademark. Without one, even a…
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Non-compete agreements allow employers to protect legitimate business interests by restricting where former employees can work after leaving the company. Arizona law permits such agreements but imposes limits to balance employer protection with employee mobility.  This article provides a summary of matters that often need to be considered in Arizona Non-Compete Agreements.  Then, there is […]
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Discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) often fall into simple, polarized stories.  AI will bring great prosperity or bring the end of civilization.  It enhances human capabilities or destroys them.  People who use it are innovative – or lazy, dishonest, or intellectually deficient.People in the dispute resolution field should recognize this pattern.  We have a long history of creating simple binary categories and attaching strong value judgments to them.  Consider familiar distinctions between “facilitative” and “evaluative” mediation and “interest-based” and “positional” negotiation.  Real dispute resolution practice is much more complicated and contextual than these traditional dichotomous models suggest.Similarly, some folks in…
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Article Summary

  • The driver who fails to come to a complete stop or fails to yield the right-of-way is usually at fault for a stop sign collision.
  • Police reports, witness statements, and camera footage, along with other evidence, can help establish what happened even when the other driver denies running the stop sign.
  • Arizona allows compensation for the financial losses and personal harm caused by a serious crash, although comparative fault can reduce recovery.

A driver who runs a stop sign can enter an intersection with little or no warning, leaving other motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists almost no time to…
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While non-administered or “ad hoc” arbitration is relatively common in the United States, China is just beginning to explore its use. This post explores the issues related to ad hoc arbitration in China.Ad Hoc Arbitration in ChinaWen DaiWhat happens when a legal system built almost entirely around arbitration institutions decides to let some parties arbitrate without one? China is beginning to find out. After three decades in which Mainland arbitration was essentially institutional by design, the 2025 Arbitration Law creates a narrow but significant opening for ad hoc arbitration.The change is small in statutory terms, but it tests a much…
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1. Who Is a Good Fit for a Revocable Living Trust?

  • You want to avoid probate when you pass away and keep your affairs out of court.
  • You want a clear plan for who manages things if you become incapacitated.
  • You own at least $300,000 in home equity or $200,000 of cash and investments
  • You want flexibility — the ability to change your plan at any time.

If most of these describe you, a revocable living trust is likely a strong fit.2. What a Revocable Living Trust Does (In One Sentence)A revocable living trust keeps your estate out…
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1. Who Is a Good Fit for a HEPT?

  • Your home equity is substantially above Arizona’s $437,600 homestead exemption.
  • Your home is paid for or has a low mortgage, and you do not expect to refinance.
  • You are concerned about future liability (professional risk, business ownership, etc.)
  • You plan to stay in your home long‑term and do not expect to tap home equity.

If most of these describe you, a HEPT may be a strong option.2. What a HEPT Does (In One Sentence)A HEPT protects the equity in your home from future judgment creditors while preserving your lifetime…
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A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) can be a helpful way to protect your home and savings if long‑term care is ever needed. Here’s a simple overview to help you understand whether it may be right for you.1. Who Is a Good Fit for a MAPT?

  • You are at least age 55 and plan to stay in your home for many years. 
  • You have a trustworthy adult child who can help manage the trust.
  • You want to avoid spending down your assets if long‑term care is ever needed.
  • Your home has at least about $250,000 in equity.
  • You have

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