WHAT MAKES FOR A GOOD NURSING HOME?
Deciding to place a loved on in a nursing home is a difficult decision to make. Once the decision is made, selecting the right nursing home can be nerve wracking. How can one be assured they are selecting a good nursing home, where their loved one will be well cared for? The federal government offers […]
ELDERLY ARIZONA RESIDENTS AT RISK FOR HEAT STROKE IN NURSING HOMES
Summers are scorching hot in Arizona with temperatures easily climbing to more than 100 degrees Fahrenheit on any given day. In fact, according to weather statistics, Phoenix averages a daily maximum temperature in July between 104 and 107 degrees Fahrenheit. August temperatures aren’t any better with average highs of 104 in the city. Unfortunately, the […]
ARE TRUCKING COMPANIES IGNORING SAFETY TO MAXIMIZE PROFITS?
Far too many trucking accidents are caused by trucking companies cutting corners on safety measures to maximize profits. Let’s face it—the entire trucking industry is built on getting goods delivered in the quickest and cheapest way possible. The faster goods are delivered, the more money the trucking company makes. In fact, the trucking industry brought […]
HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE A WRONGFUL DEATH CASE?
A wrongful death case is a civil claim, similar to a personal injury lawsuit, but following the death of a victim. Family members are allowed to recover compensation for damages incurred by losing a loved one. Each state has its own set of rules that apply to wrongful death claims, specifically regarding who is eligible […]
WHAT TO DO AFTER A SURGICAL ERROR
While the aftermath of any surgical error can be traumatic, not all errors during surgery constitute medical malpractice. In other words, even though a surgical error caused your injury, there must be certain elements present for the error to be considered medical malpractice. HOW DO I PROVE A SURGICAL ERROR WAS MEDICAL MALPRACTICE? In order […]
WHAT ARE THE FIVE DEADLIEST CARS TO DRIVE IN PHOENIX?
Not all cars are created equal. Some cars have better safety features than others, making them a better choice for avoiding serious and fatal accidents. However, some cars simply cause more fatalities than others. In Phoenix, for example, several cars seem to be involved in a higher percentage of fatal car crashes. When it comes […]
UNDERRIDE TRUCKING ACCIDENTS IN PHOENIX ARE OFTEN FATAL
When a large commercial semi-truck is either stopped or attempting to stop suddenly, passenger vehicles that are following behind these trucks may be unable to stop in time. When this occurs, the smaller vehicle could be forced underneath the trailer of the semi-truck, killing the passenger car occupants. This is known as an underride trucking […]
ARE YOUR TIRES DEADLY?
Tires are one of the most important safety features on your vehicle. Good all-weather tires can protect you from sliding and skidding in poor weather, and they can help you brake better when an emergency strikes. Unfortunately, worn or defective tires can cause horrific accidents and injuries to passenger vehicle occupants. In fact, according to […]
IS IT LEGAL TO USE CELLPHONES WHILE DRIVING IN ARIZONA?
On April 22, 2019, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed a new distracted driving bill into law. This law would officially make it illegal for any driver in the state to use a handheld cell phone or device to talk or text while driving. The new state law officially goes into effect in 2021, and it […]
ARIZONA LAW ON UNINSURED/UNDERINSURED MOTORIST CRASHES
Uninsured motorists can cause serious injury and damage when they’re involved in a car accident, and accident victims are often left paying for their own damages as a result. With the growing cost of car insurance policies across the country, more drivers are choosing to drive without insurance or without enough insurance coverage. In fact, […]