If you have been injured in a golf cart in Arizona, you may have wondered, “Does car insurance cover golf cart accidents?” It depends. Arizona classifies golf carts as motor vehicles with separate insurance requirements. Golf cart owners must have golf cart liability coverage to drive on public roads. If…
Recovery after an accident is rarely just physical. Arizona recognizes emotional distress as a lawful part of personal injury claims. In the past, emotional suffering was considered secondary to physical harm. Courts now acknowledge that emotional distress can be just as debilitating as physical harm, and victims may be entitled…
In Arizona, you typically have two years from the car accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault driver. Missing this deadline can mean losing your right to pursue compensation. Observing this time limit is essential for protecting your legal options after an accident. Arizona’s general statute…
After you suffer an injury in an auto accident, you may wonder who will pay your medical bills. In Arizona, you typically file a claim through the liability auto insurance policy of the driver who caused the crash, or other responsible parties, even when a medical provider or your health…
If you’ve suffered an injury in Arizona because of someone else’s actions or fault, you may have the right to file a personal injury claim. To have a successful personal injury claim, you must demonstrate that their negligence directly caused your physical injuries, resulting in measurable damages such as past…
After a collision with a drunk driver, be sure to report the accident to the authorities, gather as much evidence as possible from the scene, and seek medical help – even if you think your injuries are minor. Be observant and take photos and videos of the scene, especially if…
Brake checking involves suddenly slamming on a vehicle’s brakes for no reason other than to aggravate or scare the driver immediately following behind. While Arizona’s statutes do not explicitly forbid it, drivers who brake check can be prosecuted under other state laws. A motorist who causes a rear-end collision while…
Fault for an Arizona car accident is determined by reviewing evidence, such as eyewitness statements, the crash report, and documentation of the accident scene. Using this evidence, insurance companies, the courts, and car accident lawyers can establish who is responsible for causing the collision and liable for any damages. However,…
For anyone in Arizona who recently created and/or modified an estate plan, or if a family member recently passed away with an estate plan in place, it is important to understand how questions about “capacity” can potentially lead to estate litigation in our state. What do we mean when we…
If you are planning your estate in Arizona, you should know that you can include provisions for your beloved pets to ensure they are cared for after you are gone. Arizona law allows you to create a pet trust that specifies a preferred caregiver and sets aside funds for your…
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