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22 Nov How to Build a Personal Injury Case If You Were Hurt in a Drunk Driving Incident

Posted at 01:16h in Personal Injury by Van Norman Law

If you have been injured in an accident that was caused by a drunk driver, you may be entitled to damages. You can sue for medical expenses, lost income, repairs to your vehicle, and even emotional pain or suffering. But first, you need to build...

15 Oct Who Is Responsible for Injuries on Private vs. Public Property?

Posted at 20:01h in Personal Injury by Van Norman Law

If you are seeking compensation for an injury like a slip-and-fall accident, you will need to find out who is legally responsible for the property where you were injured. This is called “premises liability.” It is the legal responsibility of property owners, both private and public,...

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15 Sep Negligence Can Be Criminal, And Leave You Facing Charges in Arizona

Posted at 14:04h in Criminal Defense by Van Norman Law

The state of Arizona holds people responsible for their actions, and acting recklessly could cost you. Showing a blatant disregard for the safety of others can lead to criminal charges. Depending on the circumstances, you could even be facing a felony. Here’s how Arizona defines...

11 Aug Slip and Fall Accidents: When Can You Sue?

Posted at 04:05h in Personal Injury by Van Norman Law

If you slipped and fell on someone else’s property, then you might be able to seek compensation for the injury. Property owners can be held liable for accidents and injuries, but only in certain circumstances. You can only sue for a slip and fall accident...

09 Jul What “Making a Plea” Means in Criminal Cases

Posted at 05:14h in Criminal Defense by Van Norman Law

After being charged with a crime, you must enter a plea in court. In Arizona, there are three types of pleas you can make: guilty, not guilty, or no contest. Your plea determines whether or not your case will proceed to sentencing or go to...

04 Jun Elder Abuse in Arizona: Your Guide to Helping Your Loved Ones

Posted at 06:43h in Personal Injury by Van Norman Law

The elderly are a vulnerable population, and unfortunately, elder abuse can be quite common. Because of deteriorating mental states, an inability to care for themselves, and other factors, the elderly are often easy prey for those wishing to do harm. If an elderly loved one...

06 May Workplace Injuries Shouldn’t Keep You from Getting Paid

Posted at 18:08h in Personal Injury by Van Norman Law

If you have been injured at work due to employer negligence, you should be fairly compensated. It is an employer’s responsibility to maintain a safe working environment, and failure to do so can have devastating consequences for the people who work there. If you feel...

27 Apr What Grounds Can You Use to Sue for Personal Injury in Arizona?

Posted at 23:07h in Personal Injury by Van Norman Law

Personal injury cases are civil lawsuits in which a person who has been injured sues for damages. If they win their case, the court can rule that the party who caused the injury has to pay. The court can award damages for things like physical...

02 Apr Guard Dogs in Arizona: Can You Be Held Criminally Responsible for Injuries?

Posted at 05:13h in Criminal Defense by Van Norman Law

In Arizona there are no laws that prevent you from keeping a guard dog. However, you can be held liable for your dog’s actions if they bite someone. The responsibility for injuries from guard dogs falls on their owners. Not only can you be sued...

18 Feb Understanding the Difference Between Civil and Criminal Negligence

Posted at 20:15h in Law and Rule by Van Norman Law

Negligence can have disastrous consequences, both criminally and civilly. Criminal negligence can lead to arrest, felony or misdemeanor charges, incarceration, and much more. Civil negligence, while it does not include the police, can still include time spent in court. A person can sue another in civil court...

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