Personal Injury

In 2016, 3,390 people were killed in fires in the U.S., including 2,800 deaths that involved residential structure fires, according to the American Burn Association (ABA). Although some fires are accidental, many structure fires are caused by negligence, such as a landlord who failed to take proper safety precautions. If...

Pain and suffering is compensation for the physical pain and mental anguish you experience after being injured by another's negligence. However, this type of compensation can only be obtained through a personal injury lawsuit and is often difficult to determine an exact amount a victim may be owed. For this...

Morenci, AZ: Three third-grade students from Metcalf Elementary were physically assaulted by their teacher, Mrs. Lundeen, on December 14, 2017. Two male students had their heads ”˜slammed' into their desk; one student has visible bruises and a raised bump from the incident and was later taken to urgent care by...

To file a claim for an accident caused by another's negligence, you will need to provide evidence that shows the other party is responsible for causing your injuries. When building a case to support your claim, it is important to gather as much evidence as possible to prove your claim...

While true accidents do occur, more often people are injured in situations that were completely preventable. These incidents are often based on a person or corporation's decision to act without exercising caution or reasonable care to prevent causing harm to another. The dedicated Tempe personal injury lawyers at the Phillips...

Football is a hard-contact sport that poses a high risk to players, making concussions an all too common injury. A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) that can lead to life-altering complications if it is not immediately cared for. This condition can result in a victim suffering from short-term...

Dogs are a popular addition to many households and are often viewed as loyal and trusting animals. However, approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur each year in the U.S. with the majority of victims being small children between the ages of five and nine years old, according to the Centers...

Loss of consortium is a claim for damages suffered by the spouse or close family members of a person who was severely injured or killed in an accident caused by another's negligence. Generally, this type of compensation is meant to address the loss of companionship, affection, love support and comfort...

Recovering from an injury caused by another's negligence can be difficult for a victim and his or her loved ones. Serious injuries often amount to large financial losses in the form of medical bills, lost wages and other expenses. For this reason, hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer in Phoenix...

A statute of limitations is a time limit used by courts to determine when a person can bring a civil claim. If you miss this important deadline, your claim will likely be dismissed. This guide will inform you of the statutes of limitations that apply to personal injury lawsuits in...