Under the eggshell skull rule, an at-fault party in a car accident is legally liable for the victim’s injuries even when their injuries were worse because of their already fragile condition. The individual whose negligence caused the accident must accept the plaintiff as they are, recognizing that some people may be…
With video cameras seemingly on every corner and in every person’s hand, many Arizona motor vehicle accidents are recorded daily. Traffic footage of a crash can provide a valuable account of what happened. You can request footage of the collision from the people or agencies that own it. However, not…
Due to the seriousness of a covenant marriage, a couple cannot end a covenant marriage unless one or more conditions are met. Some of these conditions include a spouse committing adultery, abandoning the marital home, abusing drugs or alcohol, or committing a serious crime. Couples in a covenant marriage who…
In an Arizona divorce, the marital home falls within the scope of community property when spouses acquired the home during the marriage. Typically, an Arizona court will divide the equity value of the house equally between the spouses. This may require selling the property and splitting the net proceeds. However,…
In Arizona, you do not have to separate for any time before filing for divorce. However, the state does require a 60-day waiting period before you and your spouse can finalize your divorce. You must also resolve all outstanding issues, including division of community property, alimony, and child custody or…
When two vehicles traveling in different directions reach an intersection simultaneously, one vehicle must yield to let the other pass. In Arizona, the driver on the left at an intersection typically yields the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right. However, certain circumstances may change who has the right-of-way. To avoid…
If you suffered injuries in a car accident caused by another driver in Arizona, you may have the right to seek financial relief for your losses. The average settlement amount in car accident cases depends on numerous factors, including the severity of injuries, the long-term impact on your life, the…
Every motorist in Arizona should familiarize themselves with the state’s driving laws to ensure they safely operate their vehicles. Most drivers know the law requires them to have a driver’s license and wear seat belts. Other essential traffic laws include the “Move Over Law,” the “Stupid Motorist Law,” and regulations…
Every state has a statute of limitations law that limits how long you have to take certain types of legal action, such as filing a civil lawsuit. In Arizona, the statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury lawsuit against…
Arizona does not require personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. However, Arizona insurance companies offer Medical Payments (MedPay) insurance. This type of policy is inexpensive to add to your auto insurance and can help with medical bills, deductibles, and copays. It pays regardless of fault. Were you hurt in a car…