If you are ever asked to testify in a criminal court case, you must tell the truth. In Arizona lying under oath is a crime called perjury. Committing perjury could cause a mistrial, discredit the defendant, and even land you in prison. Let’s take a...
In Arizona, the law breaks down the death of another into two categories. Unintentionally, and intentionally. Involuntary and negligent homicide covers unintentional deaths. While first- and second-degree murder covers intentional death. Being charged with the intentional death of another person can lead to intense consequences—the possibility...
Suffering an injury due to another’s negligence is already difficult, and adding in a legal battle might seem extremely stressful. As much as you want compensation, you might not have the strength to bring your case to court. This is why finding a good lawyer is...
If you are planning on filing a personal injury lawsuit, you might have encountered the term “damage caps.” Damage caps restrict the amount of money you are able to receive from another person during a personal injury lawsuit. These limits vary from state to state...
Yes! In Arizona medical malpractice is a subset of personal injury law. Medical malpractice is when a medical professional is derelict in their duty and an injury or death occurs. No matter if the injury was caused by the doctor, surgeon, nurse, technician, or hospital...
Most people love dogs, and it’s easy for them to forget that dogs can be dangerous. Unfortunately, sometimes dogs do attack people, and their bites can cause serious harm. If you have been the victim of a dog bite, you can file a personal injury lawsuit...
Building a legal case in Arizona is most likely going to involve witnesses. They can be useful in both criminal and personal injury cases. Understanding the three key types of witnesses can help you build a strong case with your lawyer. There are three types of...
Is there a personal injury statute of limitations in Arizona? If you have been injured due to another person’s negligence, you are entitled to seek compensation for the damages you have suffered. However, you should be aware that your case needs to be filed before...
If you have been charged with a crime, you could be facing more than time behind bars—you might also have to pay an extraordinary amount in fees. Like many other states, Arizona imposes fees for almost every facet of a criminal trial. There are fees...
Arizona has 6 different classes of felony with their own ranges of prison terms based on the number of offenses. Here is a quick review to help you better understand the felony classes. People often wonder what the differences between felonies and misdemeanors are. Typically, Arizona...