No, you don’t have to accept the first offer. It’s often too low. Even if the insurance company tries to pressure you into accepting their initial offer, wait. It’s your right to consult an Arizona car accident attorney who could work to negotiate a fair settlement. Your attorney can review…
In a personal injury claim, the term “damages” refers to the money one party pays another. Courts order liable parties (defendants) to pay damages that compensate injured parties (plaintiffs) for losses or injuries they suffer due to the plaintiff’s wrongdoing. Damages aim to make the injured party “whole” again –…
Suffering injuries due to someone else’s carelessness in a motor vehicle accident, slip-and-fall incident, medical error, or other incident may leave you with significant physical injuries requiring costly and time-consuming medical treatment. Pursuing compensation through a personal injury claim may allow you to recover the costs of your medical bills,…
When your family has lost a loved one unexpectedly due to someone else’s fault, you may be eligible to pursue compensation for your loss through a wrongful death claim. While you undoubtedly have much on your mind during this difficult time, you shouldn’t wait to contact an attorney to discuss…
Have you been experiencing upsetting symptoms after surviving a car accident in Arizona? If you’ve been having flashbacks or recurring dreams about what happened, avoiding the place where the accident occurred, or having trouble falling asleep, then you may be suffering symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A car accident…
In Arizona, drivers must carry proof of financial responsibility to cover any damage or injuries they cause in an accident. Most drivers choose to meet this requirement by purchasing liability insurance. However, not all drivers follow the law. If an uninsured driver hits you, you could be left with costly…
As you are coping with the loss of a loved one, filing a wrongful death lawsuit may be the furthest thing from your mind. You can never replace the family member you lost, but a successful wrongful death claim could provide you and your family some much-needed compensation for the…
One of the most disruptive consequences of a crash is forced time off from work. Fortunately, car accident victims in Arizona can claim compensation for the income they lose due to a collision as long as they can provide evidence demonstrating the cause of their missed work and the extent…
Brake checking involves suddenly slamming on a vehicle’s brakes for no reason other than to aggravate or scare the driver immediately following behind. While Arizona’s statutes do not explicitly forbid it, drivers who brake check can be prosecuted under other state laws. A motorist who causes a rear-end collision while…
After a collision with a drunk driver, be sure to report the accident to the authorities, gather as much evidence as possible from the scene, and seek medical help – even if you think your injuries are minor. Be observant and take photos and videos of the scene, especially if…
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