In this article, we take a closer look into how “slip and fall accident” claims can arise, what you need to prove to recover compensation in settlement negotiations or in court, and some possible legal defenses the property owner may raise.

Stone Rose Law represents personal injury claim victims in Arizona. If you have been injured on another person’s property, call us at (480) 498-8998 to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer.

What Obligations Does a Property Owner Owe to You?

Every property owner, and by extension those who manage the property of another, owe a fundamental duty of…
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Although your personal injury lawyer will take the lead representing you in settlement negotiations with insurance companies or as your plaintiff’s attorney at trial, there are some steps you can take in the aftermath of a slip-and-fall incident that can significantly help your case before your lawyer gets involved.

In this post, we cover actions you can take after a slip-and-fall injury on someone else’s property to help your lawyer present the strongest possible case on your behalf.

If you have recently been injured on the premises of another person, business, or a government agency, call the Stone Rose Law…
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While there is no single, average payout for a slip-and-fall injury, many settlements run between $10,000 and $50,000. In this post, we will discuss what goes into putting together a settlement claim for a slip-and-fall injury case and what you might expect in fair compensation from a slip-and-fall settlement payout.

If you have been injured after a slip and fall, you can talk with an experienced Phoenix personal injury lawyer in a free consultation by calling (480) 498-8998 or using our contact form.

What is the Average Payout for a Slip-and-Fall Injury?

There is no single, average payout for…
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The answer to this question depends on the underlying injuries and the kind of surgery(ies) needed to treat them. However, in this article, we provide some general cost information for common surgeries that can result if you are injured on someone else’s property.

Please remember that these are only cost estimates when reviewing the cost information. 

Your ability to recover compensation for surgery after a slip-and-fall incident will depend on the specific circumstances surrounding your injuries, including the property owner’s negligence and the quality of your legal representation.

If you have been hurt in a slip-and-fall accident, one of our…
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No simple answer exists to this question because no minimum amount of debt is required to qualify for bankruptcy.

In this article, we introduce some of the factors to consider when deciding whether a petition in Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy is right for you. If you would like to speak with an Arizona bankruptcy attorney after reading here, call Stone Rose Law at (480) 498-8998 or use our contact form to set up a free consultation.

What Should I Consider When Contemplating Bankruptcy?

Because the amount of debt you owe is not determinative on its own when it…
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Generally, you must surrender your vehicle within 30-45 days after your 341 creditor meeting.

At Stone Rose Law, our Arizona bankruptcy attorneys may be able to help you keep your automobile if you need to use Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Call us at (480) 498-8998 to speak with a bankruptcy lawyer and get a free consultation.

In this post, we cover the basics of how Chapter 7 relates to your automobile and some ways you can discharge your debts under Chapter 7 without having to give up your car.

Can I Always Keep My Car in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
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As a general rule, although bankruptcy can eliminate many kinds of unsecured and secured debts, there are a few kinds of debts that will survive a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy under the US bankruptcy code. Tax debts are usually among those that federal bankruptcy protection will not eliminate.

Still, it may be possible in some circumstances to discharge tax obligations in bankruptcy.

At Stone Rose Law, we can help if you owe past-due taxes and are contemplating bankruptcy protection. To learn more, call us at (480) 498-8998 to speak with an Arizona bankruptcy lawyer and to arrange a…
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The general rule in Arizona is that wrongful death settlement sums are not taxable by either the federal or state governments. 

In this article, we cover how the government treats wrongful death settlements regarding taxation. If you have questions about a wrongful death settlement or want representation, call Stone Rose Law at (480) 498-8998 or contact us online.

What Damages are Available in a Wrongful Death Settlement?

What you can receive as compensatory damages in a wrongful death claim depends on the harm your decedent relative suffered because of someone else’s negligence. These fall into three categories: 

• Economic (direct)

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Your odds of winning any personal injury lawsuit in Arizona, including one involving the wrongful death of a family member, depends on three broad considerations: the strength of the evidence supporting your claim, administrative factors like whether you file your claim within the relevant statute of limitations, and the training, experience, and expertise of your wrongful death attorney.

Because these considerations vary from case to case, it is hard to say with certainty how likely you are to win a wrongful death case. 

If you talk with an experienced wrongful death lawyer, like one of ours at Stone Rose Law,…
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The average wrongful death settlement is extremely difficult to determine due to the various circumstances involved in each case. Some estimates range from $100,000 to $10 million or more.

At Stone Rose Law, we understand how necessary it is in an Arizona wrongful death case to help our clients understand what they can expect to see while still providing compassionate legal representation. Call us at (480) 498-8998 to speak with one of our wrongful death lawyers, who can answer questions like these and more.

In this post, we cover the factors and considerations that go into maximizing your recovery for…
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In some personal injury cases, the victim does not survive. When this happens, Arizona law provides a remedy to some of the decedent’s surviving family members through a wrongful death lawsuit.

The Stone Rose Law Firm represents plaintiffs in Arizona wrongful death actions. In this post, we cover who gets the money in a wrongful death lawsuit or settlement. If you are the surviving spouse or child of someone who has died because of the wrongful actions of someone else, and you have questions about your rights under Arizona’s wrongful death laws, then call us at (480) 498-8998 or…
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You can file bankruptcy on student loans, but it depends on your circumstances, and the process is complicated. Education loans remain a non-dischargeable debt under 11 U.S.C. Section 523. This means student loans are not automatically discharged in your bankruptcy case. 

However, they can be fully or partially discharged by filing an adversary complaint against the Department of Education. This is a lawsuit filed separately from your administrative bankruptcy case. Historically, this has been very expensive with a low success rate. 

Through the adversary case,  it must demonstrate that repaying the student loans would impose an undue hardship on…
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Generally, you will be able to keep your house and car when filing for bankruptcy.

There are specific state and federal statutes that protect your essential assets from the collection of creditors. These statutes will shield assets like your car and home from seizure. An experienced bankruptcy attorney will help you navigate these statutes. 

At Stone Rose Law, we can help you keep your home, your car, and other important property if you need to file for bankruptcy. Call us at (480) 498-8998 or use our contact form to explore your bankruptcy options and to set up a free consultation.
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