Internal records from The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) show that over 12,000 children were sexually abused while participating in its programs. Advocacy groups believe this boy scout abuse figure may be substantially higher given the wave of lawsuits filed against the BSA– which recently filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. According to allegations raised…
Hundreds of thousands of truck accidents happen every year. In many instances, these collisions lead to damaged vehicles, serious injuries, and even fatalities. Unfortunately, so many of these accidents were avoidable—and in many cases, taking simple safety precautions would have been sufficient to prevent them. Below are some of the most frequent reasons for truck…
The COVID-19 pandemic has added an unexpected layer of confusion to many aspects of life. It should be no surprise that it would carry over to a car accident. If you are involved in an accident during this unprecedented time, protect yourself and your legal rights as you would during any other time, but also…
COVID-19 has upended life worldwide. This includes the legal system in Southern Arizona, which has faced court closures and delays, as well as restrictions on visits to attorneys. Challenges in receiving prompt and thorough medical attention, along with staffing problems at insurance companies, have also impacted the speed with which personal injury claims are resolved.…
While any kind of motor vehicle accident can cause serious harm to those involved, some types of car accidents are more likely than others to cause head trauma, paralysis, broken bones, and other catastrophic injuries. All types of car accidents require medical exam Always seek immediate medical treatment after a car accident, even…
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA), the nation’s largest non-profit youth organization, is facing thousands of sexual abuse lawsuits. Litigation has been filed by men who claim they were sexually molested by scout leaders and that the organization turned a blind eye to systemic abuse for years. Many of the cases have been brought by…
Several juries have found that Roundup was responsible for causing cancer. Yet, according to recent news reports, farmers across the country remain committed to using the weed killer. More than 42,000 plaintiffs are currently pursuing product liability claims against Bayer, the weed killer’s manufacturer, alleging it caused cancer. So far, three Roundup cancer victims…
We represent clients in areas of personal injury law like motor vehicle accidents and wrongful death claims. There are more than 127,000 car, truck, and motorcycle collisions each year in Arizona. The Arizona Department of Transportation’s 2017 Motor Vehicle Crash Facts Report, noted that traffic deaths rose for the third straight year in 2017,…
As a society, we have become addicted to our smartphones and the convenience and entertainment they provide us with. This addiction doesn’t end when drivers get behind the wheel, creating a new crisis of distracted driving on our roads. What began as a problem with drivers talking on their phones has turned into texting and…
Social media has become an integral part of the way we communicate with individuals and other businesses. It’s a platform where we can promote ourselves as well as access information on almost anything. However, social media is a double-edged sword. Though it may be fun and useful, it can be incredibly dangerous. There are plenty of…