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Readers of this blog know that the most common form of medical malpractice is misdiagnosis. There are a number of reasons doctors misdiagnose patients. Among them are impatience on the part of the doctor, a rare illness or a common illness with an unusual presentation, the presence of confirmation bias, and some others. One of the others is a poor history from the patient.

A good patient history is an essential part of the diagnostic process: What are your symptoms? When did they begin? Are they constant or do they come and go? Tell me about family illnesses. With what…
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Filing for bankruptcy is relatively inexpensive. It currently costs $338 to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and $313 to file for Chapter 13.

However, filing for bankruptcy is difficult and time-consuming, so having a bankruptcy attorney is extremely important. Plus, paying attorney fees is only a fraction of the cost of paying off all of your debt.

Call (480) 739-2448 to have the experienced bankruptcy attorneys at Stone Rose Law help you get your financial life back in shape.

In this post, we discuss some specific things to remember when considering the costs involved in filing for bankruptcy.

What…
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Bankruptcy is not an application process and is purely objective, meaning you do not need to have a minimum threshold of debt or a “valid” reason to file.

However, there are some reasons why you may not be able to file for a specific chapter. For example, you may not pass the means test to qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy; however, Chapter 13 bankruptcy would still be an option.

Other reasons why your bankruptcy case may be dismissed mostly include a lack of cooperation, such as failing to appear in court, not providing requested documents, or falling behind…
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A reaffirmation in bankruptcy means agreeing to the original terms of a loan agreement after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. This post is about what these reaffirmation agreements are and how they work in a bankruptcy case.

We highly recommend speaking with your bankruptcy attorney before signing such an agreement.

Call Stone Rose Law at (480) 739-2448 to speak with our experienced Phoenix bankruptcy attorney and get a free consultation.

What is a Reaffirmation Agreement?

A reaffirmation agreement is a strictly voluntary agreement between a Chapter 7 bankruptcy debtor and a creditor that, for practical purposes, takes an item…
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DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, are periodic roadblocks set up by police officers to detect and discourage drunk driving. During these checkpoints, officers stop vehicles at random to determine whether drivers might be under the influence or intoxicated. The goal is straightforward yet crucial: reduce alcohol-related accidents and improve road safety.
The post Understanding DUI Checkpoints: What You Need to Know appeared first on The Law Offices of John Phebus Glendale Criminal and Personal Injury Lawyer.
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Redemption is a process available in Chapter 7 bankruptcy that allows you to regain control over important property. In this article, we’ll look at how redemption works and its implications for your financial future.

To learn more about redemption in bankruptcy, call Stone Rose Law at (480) 739-2448 to speak with an Arizona bankruptcy attorney.

What is Bankruptcy Redemption?

Redemption is where you will pay a secured creditor what the collateral (e.g., your car) is worth instead of the actual loan balance. It is only available in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

How Does Redemption Work?

When you file your petition…
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Fortunately, if medical debt becomes too much for you to afford, it is possible to discharge medical costs through bankruptcy. This post covers some of the considerations that can help you decide whether bankruptcy protection is the right choice for you if you are having trouble affording medical expenses.

To answer your question as quickly as possible, call Stone Rose Law at (480) 739-2448 to speak with a bankruptcy attorney, or use our contact form to explain your situation.

What Kinds of Bankruptcy Relief Are Available for Medical Debts?

You can discharge medical debts using Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 …
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Immigrating to the United States with family involves many steps. A minor mistake can result in long delays, denied papers, or even legal issues. Numerous families have problems because they omit important details or lack knowledge of the rules. CIMA Law Group’s immigration attorneys in Arizona walk families through it all. Their assistance ensures that … Continue reading “6 USA Family Immigration Process Mistakes and How to Correct Them”
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Pray you never need a pricey drug to keep you alive. Of course, if you are a senior, the odds are that you are going to need one of these sooner or later. If that happens you may be in need of an Artificial Intelligence program to help you figure out how to avoid being fleeced. “But I am on Medicare,” you say. “How can this happen to me?” Read on and find out.

Medicare does not automatically cover the cost of your medications. You need a separate, optional plan for that, which is called Medicare Part D. Lots of…
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This post provides an overview of Arizona’s dog bite laws covering dog bites and other dog-related injuries.Call Stone Rose Law at (480) 498-8998 to speak with a Phoenix dog bite attorney, or use our contact form to schedule a free consultation.

Dog Bite Owner Statutory Liability in Arizona

Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) 11-1025 is Arizona’s state dog bite law.

Under subsection (A) of this law, dog owners in Arizona are responsible for their animals under a legal theory of “strict liability.” This means that if a dog bites you, you do not have to prove that the owner was…
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A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charge in Arizona carries severe penalties, particularly concerning your driver’s license. The length of your license suspension after a DUI varies according to your Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC), number of prior offenses, and whether you refused to take a chemical test.
The post How Long Is My License Suspended for a DUI? appeared first on The Law Offices of John Phebus Glendale Criminal and Personal Injury Lawyer.
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Bankruptcy offers several advantages when your debts become insurmountable and your creditors close in on you. It also can make your life easier after the bankruptcy process is over. The best bankruptcy outcomes are the ones when you avoid problems that can arise from mistakes.

Here, we consider some avoidable errors that can complicate or even preclude your ability to use Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, starting before you file and continuing all the way through to what to look out for once the bankruptcy court discharges your debts and closes your case.

If you want legal guidance…
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If you have ever filed for bankruptcy in the past, the good news is that if you need to resort to bankruptcy protection from creditors again, federal law does not limit how often you can file bankruptcy.

However, this ability to file more than one time is not unrestricted. The United States Bankruptcy Code imposes some time period limits on how soon after one bankruptcy you can file for another. This post covers the rules that apply to filing for bankruptcy more than once.To ensure you make informed decisions, contact an experienced Stone Rose Bankruptcy Attorney today who can provide…
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Dog bite injuries are rated using the Dunbar Dog Bite Scale. This rating system may influence what you might expect to receive in a dog bite settlement claim. 

In this post, we discuss the six Dunbar Dog Bite Scale levels and how each of them applies to what you might recover from a dog bite injury claim. 

To learn more about dog bites and what compensation you can recover from them, call our Stone Rose Law dog bite lawyers at (480) 498-8998.

What is the Dunbar Bite Scale?

The Dunbar Dog Bite Scale provides a way to classify…
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500 years ago, kings ruled realms across the world. Many of them claimed to have been anointed by God. From this came the rule of law that the king could do no wrong. No matter what the king may do, a subject had no right of legal recourse. This legal doctrine of sovereign immunity became the law in England, was passed down to our colonial ancestors, and became the law in the various states after we gained our freedom from England.

Eventually, the people demanded that the state be accountable for its conduct and state legislatures began to dismantle the…
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Most dog bite claims end up being settled out of court. As a result, the average settlement for a dog bite case ranges from $55,000 to $65,000, but your specific settlement can vary quite a bit depending on the facts.

The personal injury attorneys at Stone Rose Law have negotiated many dog bite settlements for our Arizona clients. In this post, we cover some of the considerations that go into negotiating a settlement amount that provides you with fair compensation if you are the victim of a dog-related injury.

To learn more about how Stone Rose Law can help you…
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