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Medical Malpractice Payments On The Rise
Medical malpractice occurs more frequently than most people believe. If you are injured by a physician or hospital’s negligence, it is important to seek the legal advice of an experienced medical malpractice attorney in the Tucson area. Damage awards in medical malpractice lawsuits have been steadily rising since 1991. In 2000, the mean payout […]
April 19, 2014 Posted in Medical Malpractice Tagged Damage awards, medical malpractice, rising medical costs Leave a comment
Nothing Small About Slip And Fall
Tucson accident attorneys use the term “slip and fall” to describe a particular kind of personal injury case. The term may sound trivial, but these cases can actually be quite serious. The National Safety Council reported that in 2007, 20,000 people died from slip and fall accidents, and another 7 million were injured. Slip and […]
March 19, 2014 Posted in Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury Tagged fall injury, National Safety Council, slip and fall Leave a comment
I Was Hit By An Uninsured Driver
Arizona has the fifth-highest percentage of uninsured drivers in the nation, at 22 percent — which means that nearly one out of four drivers in Arizona is driving without insurance coverage. Many individuals have special policies that help protect them from damages incurred by getting into an accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver. However, […]
February 19, 2014 Posted in Auto Accidents, Personal Injury, Traffic accidents Tagged insurance company, Uninsured driver facts, uninsured motorist Leave a comment
Misdiagnosis: A Very Common Form of Medical Malpractice
When you or a loved one suffers an injury, illness or medical condition, you expect to receive the best possible care from doctors, nurses and other health care professionals. That’s not always the case, and misdiagnoses account for the unnecessary suffering of thousands of people each year. Misdiagnosis occurs when medical professionals mistake your condition […]
January 14, 2014 Posted in Medical Malpractice Tagged Arizona medical malpractice attorneys, medical malpractice, misdiagnosis 1 Comment
Motor Vehicle Insurance Law in Arizona
If you’re in an accident with an uninsured driver, it can create a difficult situation. When this is the case, you may decide to pursue compensation from the responsible party, while also seeking damages from the uninsured or underinsured motorist portion of your own auto insurance policy. With uninsured motorist coverage, you get additional protection […]
January 7, 2014 Posted in Auto Accidents Tagged Arizona auto accident attorneys, auto insurance, uninsured motorist coverage 1 Comment
The Specific Dangers of Pedestrian Accidents
Generally, pedestrians have a right to use sidewalks and, in many cases, roadways without having to fear being struck by a car or truck. When accidents do occur, the result is often serious injury or death, as there’s little protecting the average pedestrian from the impact of a motor vehicle. Accidents involving pedestrians in Tucson […]
December 31, 2013 Posted in Pedestrian Accidents Tagged arizona personal injury lawyer, pedestrian accidents, safety precautions 1 Comment
Dram Shop Liability Explained
If you own or operate a business where alcoholic beverages are sold, you must meet a number of standards to ensure your business is up to code and operating in a legal manner. However, even after you meet these requirements, you must also consistently act in the best interests of your patrons. Alcohol impairment causes […]
December 24, 2013 Posted in Personal Injury Tagged arizona personal injury lawyer, auto accidents, dram shop liability Leave a comment
Texting and Driving – It Might Not Be Illegal Yet, But It’s Still Dangerous
There are a number of states across the country that have implemented laws prohibiting cell phone use while driving, unless you use a hands-free device. Although not all states have taken these measures, it has become common knowledge that texting and talking on a phone while driving is dangerous to everyone on the road. Courts […]
December 17, 2013 Posted in Auto Accidents Tagged accident liability, Arizona auto accident attorneys, distracted driving, texting while driving Leave a comment
Impairment and Speed Don’t Have to Be Factors in Bicycle Accidents
As a bicyclist, you have the same rights to the roads as motor vehicles. But riding in areas that don’t have bike lanes can be intimidating, especially considering the serious nature of bicycle accidents. These accidents result in severe injuries or deaths far too often. In Sun City West, for example, a 77-year-old man was […]
December 10, 2013 Posted in Bicycle Accidents Tagged Arizona bicycle accident attorneys, bicycle accidents, factors in accidents Leave a comment
The Risk of Fatal Injuries
Most jobs have some level of occupational hazard, but some workplaces are inherently more dangerous than others. In many industrial, manufacturing and construction work environments, for example, you might be more susceptible to serious injury or death. Fortunately, there are resources available to help you examine your specific job and the risks you face. Types […]
December 3, 2013 Posted in Personal Injury Tagged arizona personal injury lawyer, catastrophic injuries, fatal injuries, wrongful death Leave a comment
