If you are arrested on suspicion of any crime in Arizona, you have certain legal rights – but it is your responsibility to protect many of those rights. Knowing what your rights are and how you should act to protect them can help you navigate the criminal justice system, work effectively…
Arizona law allows grandparents to seek visitation rights with their grandchildren in certain situations. Are you are a grandparent seeking to establish or protect your right to see your grandchildren? A few “first steps” to consider include asking: Is the relationship in the child’s best interests? This is the primary question the…
Divorce is a major decision and a difficult process. It involves many significant changes and requires couples to face tough questions about finances, living situations, and more. Before you file for divorce in Arizona, consider taking these five steps: Talk to a counselor. Whether you go alone or as a couple, having someone…
If you are about to have a child or have just welcomed a new child into your family, congratulations! The experienced Arizona estate planning attorneys at Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, P.L.L.C., wish you the best. The arrival of a new family member is a key time to consider updating your estate plan. Your…
The breath-testing machines used by Arizona police officers to test drivers for alcohol go by several different brand names, including Breathalyzer and Datamaster. How Do Breath Testing Machines Work? Each device operates similarly. The machine uses a sample of a driver’s breath to test blood alcohol concentration (BAC). A breath…
If you are facing an Arizona criminal charge in the Surprise, Glendale, or Peoria area, choosing a defense attorney who will fight for the best possible outcome in your case is vital. The following questions may help you determine whether an attorney has the experience your case requires. Question To Ask…
When you are creating an estate plan, the help of an experienced Peoria estate planning attorney can be invaluable. Every estate is different, as is every family. As a result, “one size fits all” estate plans rarely provide the focused assistance you need. When planning your will, however, there are several points…
When child custody issues are resolved during an Arizona divorce, two key questions must be answered: how legal decisions will be made for the child and how parents will share time actually spent with the child. Because custody decisions depend on many factors that are unique to each family, the best…
In an increasingly interconnected era, social media sites affect every aspect of our lives, including divorce. While studies have not found a link between divorce rates and the rise of social media, behavior on social media sites has become part of many divorce proceedings. How can you remain connected via social…
When two spouses begin the divorce process, they may be surprised by the financial issues involved. In many ways, divorce is similar to splitting up a business partnership. Although the personal emotions run deeper, the financial side of divorce can and should be handled with the same measured approach one would…
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