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Tips to Help Prevent a Blind Spot Motorcycle Accident

Blind spots are particularly dangerous for motorcyclists because their bikes are much smaller than passenger cars and are more difficult to see. When a motorist is unable to see a motorcyclist in his or her blind spot, a collision can occur, which can cause potentially life-threatening injuries to the rider....

Tire Defects and the Product Liability Claims Process

Defective tires can lead to claims of product liability when there is evidence of negligence or a breach in the duty of care owed by the manufacturer. When suffering from bodily harm in an accident caused by defective tires, Arizona product liability laws provide the right to initiate legal action...

Can I Still Sue After Accepting a Settlement Offer?

The majority of personal injury claims end in a settlement in which the insurance company enters into an agreement with you for the injuries you have suffered. The amount of compensation you receive is usually limited to the settlement amount, even if you later discover that you had additional expenses...

Total Disability Individual Unemployability Benefits

When veterans are no longer able to work or obtain gainful employment due to a service-connected medical condition that is not rated at 100 percent, they may qualify for individual unemployability (IU) benefits, also known as total disability based on individual unemployability (TDIU). Veterans who qualify for TDIU benefits are...

Strategies for Preventing Medication Errors

Prescribing or administering the wrong medication can be catastrophic and lead to injury, illness, disability and even death. Most medication errors can be prevented if physicians and pharmacists adhere to proper procedures and protocol. There are several things patients can do to minimize their chances of experiencing a medication error....

How to Determine Your Truck Accident Settlement Value

Truck accidents are often serious and can result in significant injuries. Many of these claims are settled before trial. However, it is important for accident victims to understand the value of their claim before accepting a settlement offer. Our Phoenix truck accident lawyers at Phillips Law Group have experience pursuing...

How to Prevent Fall Risks in Nursing Homes

Falls are the leading cause of death for individuals age 65 and older. The death rate for seniors has increased by 30 percent between 2007 and 2016, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Every year, three million older people are treated in emergency rooms for fall...

How to Obtain Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits

If you have lost a loved one from a work-related accident, Arizona law provides workers' compensation death benefits for certain dependent family members. These benefits can help pay for medical, funeral and burial expenses and provide some financial security after a tragic work accident. If you would like more information...

Road Hazards that Cause Motorcycle Accidents

While all motorists must deal with road hazards like debris on the roadway, ice or slippery surfaces, motorcyclists must have a heightened focus on these potential hazards. Things that have little effect for motorists, such as uneven road surfaces, can be potentially fatal for a motorcyclist. It is important that...

Defective Products and Product Liability Claims

Products are supposed to be safe for consumers to use. If a person is injured when using a product, state law affords the victim the opportunity to pursue legal action against the manufacturer, distributor or retailer for the damages he or she sustained. If you believe that your injury was...