Find Out if You Can File a Personal Injury Lawsuit
If you’ve been injured by someone else, you may have legal grounds for a personal injury lawsuit to recoup any lost wages or cover expenses for medical bills, therapy, etc. In this entry, we’ll discuss aspects of personal injury cases. What is a Personal Injury? Essentially, a personal injury is when someone is hurt from…
Find Out Why Maricopa County Will Pay a Former Inmate $200,000
A Maricopa woman who was jailed when she gave birth will receive $200,000 from the County because detention officers restrained her before and after she gave birth to her son. The Case at a Glance While in custody facing felony identification-theft charges, the woman was taken – handcuffed in an ambulance – to a medical…
Don’t Miss Out On These Tips For Safe Winter Driving
As the winter season comes upon us, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is urging drivers to be prepared and well-informed when driving in snowy conditions. “You don’t just jump in the car and say, ‘I’m going to go play in the snow.’ You need to be prepared,” said ADOT spokesman Doug Nintzel, as the…
Tips for Getting Rid of Selfish Driving Habits
On the heels of disturbing news that highway fatalities have jumped by more than 10% so far this year, the Arizona Department of Transportation (DOT) has just launched an aggressive campaign to decrease those numbers by raising awareness of what it calls “selfish driving habits.” Arizona On Pace to Top 900 Traffic Deaths This Year…
Find Out Why They Shelled Out Nearly $3.8 Million for People Hurt by Cop
A fatal multivehicle collision caused by a speeding police officer has cost the city of Glendale almost $3.8 million this year in settling four lawsuits. How it Happened In November 2013, Officer Cody Howard, then a five-year veteran of the police force, was responding to a non-emergency trespassing call.
You’ll Be Surprised at The Most Dangerous State For Drivers!
In an earlier entry, we brought you the startling news that traffic fatalities were up more than 10% during the first part of 2016. In this issue, we’ll share information compiled by Instamotor that uses data from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) to find the safest (and most dangerous) states for drivers…
Traffic Deaths Continue to Rise; Up More Than 10% in First Half of 2016
After reaching a historic low in 2014, traffic fatalities have tragically roared back. According to a recent report from the U.S Department of Transportation, deaths from auto accidents across the nation have risen by an estimated 10.4% in the first half of 2016. This actually continues a deadly trend as 2015 saw a 7.2% spike…
Job Injury Nets Victim $9.4 Million
Unlike a criminal case, a civil case like one seeking compensation for a personal injury doesn’t revolve around the state prosecuting a wrongdoer. Rather, it’s up to the victim to seek action against the negligent person to recover compensation for injuries sustained. A good example is a recent $9.4 million jury awarded verdict to an…
Dogs Sinking Their Teeth Into Arizonians
Did you know that Arizona dog owners pay $20,000 more than the national average when their pets bite someone? One possible reason is that dogs and people are increasingly crowded together in expanding urban areas like Phoenix. A Costly Bite On average, dog owners in the Grand Canyon state – or their insurance providers –…