If you are facing criminal charges, you might have been offered a plea deal. But before you agree to anything, you need to understand what a plea bargain is and what accepting it actually means. Let’s take a look at how plea deals work and...
In Arizona, there are two types of criminal charges: misdemeanor charges and felony charges. Misdemeanors are lesser crimes, and felonies are more severe. That means that the punishments are more severe for felonies than for misdemeanors. For instance, a misdemeanor conviction could simply mean a...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...