Premises Liability – Can Property Owners Be Held Liable for Injuries?
This article deals with the liability of a property owner for injuries occurring on his property.
Entries by Don Loose
Dangerous Product Lawsuits and Recourse for Defects
The 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
An owner of a vehicle who knowingly permits an unlicensed minor to drive his vehicle is liable.
Medical Malpractice – Negligence by Healthcare Providers
A doctor has a duty to refer a patient to another doctor or to a specialist.
Negligence – The Penalties for Failing to Use Reasonable Care
A 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
A tort is a civil action for damages relating to a variety of injuries.
Can Parents Be Held Accountable for the Misconduct of Their Children?
It 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 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
If 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?
A petition to terminate the parent-child relationship may be filed with the juvenile division of the superior court.
Establishing Paternity in Arizona, Custody and Parenting Time
The court will not order past support retroactive to more than three years before the filing of the paternity suit.
How does Arizona Handle Grandparent Child Visitation Rights?
If logistically possible and appropriate, the court will order visitation by a grandparent.
Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection
To 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
Arizona 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 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?
Child custody may be awarded in an action for dissolution of marriage, legal separation, or paternity.
What is Community Property and How Might it Affect Me in Separation?
Community property is a theory of property ownership by the marital community.
Overview of Arizona Marriage Laws
Getting married in Arizona is relatively easy. There is no residency requirement.
Seat Belt Laws, Helmets and Motorcycle Accidents in Arizona
According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, about 43,000 people are killed in fatal car accidents each year in the United States.
Real Estate Recovery Fund May Be an Option if You’ve Been Harmed
The money in the Real Estate Recovery Fund comes from a surcharge on real estate license fees.
What Might the Residential Contractors’ Recovery Fund Cover?
Every residential contractor must contribute money to the Fund when applying for a license or upon renewal of a license.
Contracting Licenses for Commercial and Residential Builders
It is illegal for a commercial or residential builder to conduct business in Arizona without first obtaining a license.
What is the Good Samaritan Law in Arizona?
In Arizona, there are also laws that limit the liability of physicians who people who donate and distribute food items and grocery products to those in need.
What is Arizona’s Homestead Exemption?
A homestead means a dwelling in which a person resides. The dwelling may be a house, condominium, or mobile home.