Personal Injury

As I have often written, large verdicts in malpractice cases make news, but the public rarely hears about what happens after the jury returns its verdict and goes home. There are always post-trial motions to overturn or reduce the verdict. If these are not successful, or even if they are, defendants will file appeals trying to get the verdict thrown out and a new trial granted. This was the plan of some Georgia malpractice defense lawyers and their insurance company client when the dentist they were representing was hit with a $10M verdict in a dental malpractice case. Things did
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Drunk driving has long been a serious public safety issue, contributing to countless accidents, injuries, and fatalities over the years. The process of determining when drunk driving became illegal has been gradual, shaped by evolving social attitudes, advancements in law enforcement, and tragic events that led to stronger legal measures.
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Understanding what happens when you get arrested for DUI in Buckeye, Arizona, is essential for protecting your rights and navigating the legal process effectively. A DUI arrest can be overwhelming, bringing both immediate and long-term consequences, including potential jail time, license suspension, and significant fines.
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Medicine is an art, not a science. No doctor or other health care provider can or will guarantee a good result. Sometimes, even in the best hands, there is a poor outcome. Some poor outcomes, however, are the result of below-standard care. These are the outcomes which may lead to a successful medical malpractice case. If you or a loved one have had a bad outcome, here are the questions you should be asking.

The first question is whether what happened to you or your loved one was a surprise? While even routine procedures or treatments with expected good results
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Facing a DUI conviction can feel complex since one of the most frequent questions that arises during the process is how long a DUI stays on your record. Whether you’re concerned about your criminal history, the impact on your car insurance, or your DMV background, understanding the long-term effects of such a conviction in Arizona is crucial.
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Facing a resisting arrest charge in Arizona can have serious legal consequences, especially for individuals in Surprise, AZ. Many wonder, “What is the penalty for resisting arrest?” In Arizona, penalties can range from misdemeanor charges, with up to 180 days in jail and $4,575 in fines, to felony charges, which may involve longer prison sentences and a lasting impact on your criminal record.
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We have all heard the old adage about people voting with their feet. It means that the situation in which they find themselves is so intolerable that they are leaving as a way of escaping it. According to the Wall Street Journal, that is what many of the sickest Medicare Advantage patients are doing. They are leaving Medicare Advantage and returning to Traditional Medicare because they cannot get the treatment they need from the Advantage plans. They are leaving at twice the rate of enrollees who are not extremely sick. When they land back on Traditional Medicare, it shifts
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Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious legal offense nationwide, including in Arizona. In the U.S., a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% is the legal limit for drivers aged 21 and older. Being charged with a DUI (driving under the influence) in Arizona can lead to severe penalties and long-term consequences.
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One of the ways a creditor can enforce payment is to get a court order to deduct money from your paycheck. Although this action is legal, it’s not always feasible if you’re going through financial hardship. Fortunately, there are ways to stop garnishing your paycheck, such as hiring a Scottsdale bankruptcy attorney

Below, we look at what garnishment is, how it impacts your finances, and how to stop wage garnishment immediately.

What Is Wage Garnishment in Arizona?

Wage garnishment is a legal process where a creditor deducts money directly from your paycheck to repay a debt you owe. 

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If your wages are being garnished, there are three things you should always know: when the money is deducted, how much money is being deducted, and the remaining balance.

Whether you’re handling your case alone or hiring a Scottsdale bankruptcy attorney to manage your case, you need to know where and how to check your wage garnishment balance in Arizona. Below, we look at several ways to get current, accurate information.

What You Need to Know About Your Garnishment Balance

A garnishment balance is the outstanding amount you owe on a debt that is being collected through wage garnishment. 

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Losing a portion of your wages can turn your financial hardship from bad to worse. You may also feel helpless going up against a creditor or court threatening to take your wages. 

There are Arizona laws protecting your rights against unreasonable or unlawful wage garnishment. Knowing the law can help you negotiate or stop the garnishment.  If your options are exhausted, your bankruptcy attorney can stop wage garnishment in its tracks. Let’s take a closer look at Arizona state and federal garnishment laws you should know about.

ARS 33-1131: Wage Garnishment Limits

Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) 33-1131 governs wage garnishment
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When filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Arizona, you may want to withhold a credit card for travel, future purchases, or emergencies.  There is a slim possibility you may be able to keep a zero balance card, but will certainly qualify for a new credit card within 60 days of filing your case.

The best way to determine if excluding a credit card from Chapter 7 bankruptcy is possible is to consult your bankruptcy attorney in Scottsdale. They can lay out your options and help you choose the best course for handling your credit card.

Below, we look at whether you
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If you have an Arizona driver’s license, you may be familiar with the rules of the road in this state. They are all important to know and to follow. However, when it comes to civil liability and what you can recover in a personal injury lawsuit, some are more important than others.

Here, we cover the five ways drivers get into trouble on Arizona roads: collisions or traffic citations. 

If you are wondering whether you have a cause of action for a personal injury lawsuit after a traffic accident, the traffic attorneys at Stone Rose Law can help you. You
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All patients are dependent on medical practitioners to help them navigate through their health issues. After all, the life of a patient relies upon the timely detection of a disease so that it can be treated in the right manner. However, did you know that in case a doctor fails at making an accurate diagnosis, he can be put under scrutiny with the help of a medical malpractice suit? A doctor’s diagnosis failure can be incredibly harmful for you or a family member.
Although one point to remember here is that an adverse outcome does not necessarily mean that
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If you’ve been the victim of assault in NW Phoenix, a good criminal lawyer can be your strongest ally. They’ll help protect your rights, fight for the compensation you deserve, and confidently guide you through the legal process. Assault cases can be legally complicated and emotionally challenging, especially if you’re dealing with medical bills, lost income, and trauma from the incident.
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