No Contract? Payment for Services May Still be in Order
When a person is employed in the services of another for any period of time, the law implies a promise to pay what the services are reasonably worth.
3rd Party Interference With a Contract – AZ Laws on Suing for Damages
/in Lawsuits & Litigation/by Don LooseThe time limit to file a lawsuit for interference with contract is two years from when the cause of action accrues.
How to File a Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
/in Lawsuits & Litigation/by Don LooseA person who is sexually harassed in Arizona may file a charge against her employer with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Arizona Civil Rights Division.
Your Rights as an Employee in Cases of Wrongful Firing
/in Business Law/by Don LooseA terminated employee has a duty to make reasonable efforts to reduce damages by trying to find substantially similar employment.
Fraud – Lawsuits Against Anyone Who Intentionally Lies
/in Lawsuits & Litigation/by Don LooseA person who intentionally lies to another person about a matter of importance may be guilty of fraud.
When to Sue for Negligent Misrepresentation
/in Lawsuits & Litigation/by Don LooseA lawsuit for negligent misrepresentation must be filed within two years from when the cause of action accrues.
Insurance Company Bad Faith and how to Recover Damages
/in Personal Injury/by Don LooseWhen an insurance company fails to act in good faith and deal fairly with its customers, it is guilty of bad faith.
Premises Liability – Can Property Owners Be Held Liable for Injuries?
/in Personal Injury/by Don LooseThis article deals with the liability of a property owner for injuries occurring on his property.
Dangerous Product Lawsuits and Recourse for Defects
/in Personal Injury/by Don LooseThe manufacturer or seller of a defective and unreasonably dangerous product is liable to anyone who is injured by the proper use of the product.
Vehicle Owner Responsibilities, Car Accidents & Liabilities
/in Personal Injury/by Don LooseAn owner of a vehicle who knowingly permits an unlicensed minor to drive his vehicle is liable.
Medical Malpractice – Negligence by Healthcare Providers
/in Personal Injury/by Don LooseA doctor has a duty to refer a patient to another doctor or to a specialist.
Negligence – The Penalties for Failing to Use Reasonable Care
/in Personal Injury/by Don LooseA driver who rear-ends a vehicle in front of him likely is guilty of negligence.
Litigation & Torts – Compensation as the Result of Another’s Conduct
/in Lawsuits & Litigation/by Don LooseA tort is a civil action for damages relating to a variety of injuries.
Can Parents Be Held Accountable for the Misconduct of Their Children?
/in Family Law/by Don LooseIt is not a defense that the parents or guardian could not have anticipated the minor’s misconduct.
Delegation of Parental Powers: Care | Custody | Property of the Child
/in Family Law/by Don LooseIn Arizona, a parent of a minor (under age 18) may delegate to another person any powers he may have.
How to Change your Name in Arizona and What to Consider
/in Family Law/by Don LooseIf a person desires to change his name, he must file an application in the superior court in the county of his residence.
What Actions Could Terminate Parental Rights in Arizona?
/in Family Law/by Don LooseA parent who abandons, neglects or abuses his child (under age 18) may lose his parental rights. Arizona law sets forth the grounds and the procedure for termination of the parent-child relationship.
Establishing Child Custody in Arizona – Paternity and Parenting Time
/in Family Law/by Don LooseWhen paternity is established, the court may award custody and parenting time. The parent with whom the child has resided for the greater part of the last six months will have legal custody, unless otherwise ordered by the court.
How does Arizona Handle Grandparent Child Visitation Rights?
/in Family Law/by Don LooseIf logistically possible and appropriate, the court will order visitation by a grandparent.
Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection
/in Family Law/by Don LooseTo obtain an order of protection, a person must file a verified petition with a magistrate, justice of the peace, or superior court judge.
Alimony (aka Spousal Maintenance) and How it is Awarded
/in Family Law/by Don LooseArizona law provides that a spousal maintenance order, “shall be in an amount and for a period of time as the court deems just”.
How does AZ Law Address Child Support after Divorce or Separation?
/in Family Law/by Don LooseIn the case of divorce or legal separation, one parent typically will be required to pay child support to the other.
What are Child Custody Laws in Arizona?
/in Family Law/by Don LooseThe court, in determining the best interests of the child in a custody proceeding, is required by law to consider all relevant factors: The wishes of the parents, the wishes of the child…
What is Community Property and How Might it Affect Me in Separation?
/in Family Law/by Don LooseCommunity property is a theory of property ownership by the marital community.
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