Category Archives: Personal Injury
Staying Safe While Jet Skiing
As summer rolls around, many residents of Arizona and other states turn to local lakes for recreation. One of the most popular activities on the water is Jet Skiing. However, without basic safety tips, Jet Skiing can quickly turn from a fun way to spend the day to a deadly outing. In order to avoid […]
Are You the Victim of Insurance Bad Faith?
You’ve paid the insurance premiums for years and years and you’ve never had a claim. You are secure in your peace of mind that your insurance is there for a rainy day when you need it. Suddenly, there’s an accident or an incident. You call your insurance company thinking that, of course, they have your […]
Is Litigation Funding for You?
If you have a pending lawsuit and are short on cash, litigation funding might be the answer for you. Litigation funding is growing rapidly. It provides funding to plaintiffs — before settlements or judgments have resolved the case — with the expectation that the plaintiffs ultimately receive money from their lawsuits. This provides plaintiffs with […]
More Bicyclists on the Roads Lead to More Fatalities
According to the latest traffic accident data analyzed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there has been a dramatic increase in the number of bicycle fatalities across the United States. The NHTSA analyzed traffic accident data for 2011 and concluded that while the overall number of traffic fatalities in the United States decreased […]
Highway to the Danger Zone
Arizona highways are some of the most beautiful in the country. Who can forget driving down an Arizona highway in the springtime with saguaros and vibrant spring flowers dotting the landscape? In spite of all of the beauty, however, Arizona highways are also some of the most dangerous in the country. In 2011, there were […]
Pedestrian Accidents
The who, what, where and when Walking has many health benefits. It is an activity enjoyed by many, especially in the warm Arizona sunshine. Before you set out for your walk, however, make sure to exercise caution to keep yourself safe. In this post, we examine the Who, What, Where, and When of pedestrian accidents. […]
The Effects of Untreated Head Injuries
Driving, biking and contact sports such as football, boxing or wrestling can result in an injury to the head. While your head is designed to protect the brain from minor blows, it is important to know the warning signs and effects of a more traumatic brain injury. The brain is soft and fragile, protected by […]
Trial or Arbitration?
Trial or Arbitration? Most of the time, the court makes that decision for you. Local Superior Court Rules require that cases having a value of less than $50,000.00 be arbitrated. Most insurance policies require arbitration if there is a dispute between the policyholder and the insurance company for uninsured or underinsured benefits. Appeals are available […]
