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Can Multiple Parties be Liable for a Truck Accident?

There are often several parties involved in a commercial trucking operation. Each one has its own set of responsibilities to ensure the truck is safe and ready for road use. If you were injured in an accident involving a commercial truck, you may be able to hold multiple parties liable...

Football Concussions: Do I Have an Injury Case?

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...

Wrong-Way Driving: A Continued Problem in Phoenix

The Phillips Law Group's supervising lawyer Timothy Tonkin was recently featured on ABC 15 Arizona to discuss Phoenix's problem with wrong-way driving. Since the start of 2017, more than 20 incidents of wrong-way driving in the Phoenix area have been reported to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). Three...

Who Could I Hold Liable for a Truck Accident?

A traffic accident that involves a commercial truck is often more complicated than a collision that occurs between two passenger vehicles. Although commercial truck accidents can result in much more serious damages and injuries, these types of collisions are often complicated because several parties could have played a role in...

Tips for Preventing a Dog Bite | Phillips Law Group

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...

Uninsured Motorist Claims in Arizona | Phillips Law Group

Approximately one out of every eight drivers in the U.S., or 12.6 percent, is either uninsured or does not have adequate insurance to cover the damages of an auto accident, according to the Insurance Research Council. Severe auto accidents caused by uninsured drivers can be risky for insured drivers because...

What is a Loss of Consortium Claim? | Phillips Law Group

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...

Does Workers’ Compensation Cover Car Accident Injuries?

When injuries occur on the job, an injured employee may be able to receive workers' compensation benefits. This includes injuries resulting from car accidents. However, navigating this type of workers' compensation claim can be complicated as there are only certain situations in which a car accident will be covered by...

Can I Sue My Employer for Wrongful Termination?

Unexpectedly losing your job can come as a distressing surprise and may cause serious financial difficulties in your life. Although most employees are subject to termination at the will of their employer, there are some exceptions that may enable you to file a claim for wrongful termination. If your employer...

How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in Arizona?

Every state has a time limit in which legal action must be taken to file a personal injury lawsuit, referred to as the “statute of limitations.” In Arizona, there is a two-year statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit for an injury that was caused by a car accident. This...