When land is privately owned, the idea that it could be taken by the government for public use is not usually considered. However, the surprising reality is that under certain circumstances, it is possible for the government to do just that. The act of the government taking privately owned property away from its owner is known as eminent domain.

There are different types of property takings that can be done by the government. These takings are never referred to as property seizures, because seizing property suggests that the owner committed a criminal act, which is not true in the case of eminent domain.

Sometimes you have no choice but to use an elevator in order to get from one place to another. Whether you are using an elevator in a shopping mall, office building or in your own apartment building, elevators are a necessity in many people's commute. Like all forms of transport however, there is a risk of accidents when using an elevator.

If you have been injured as the result of an elevator accident or malfunction, it is important to know that you have certain rights, and the owner of the building in which the elevator was in had an obligation to keep you reasonably safe from harm.

Let us say that your new planned community is almost 90 percent sold out with two sections of homes now under construction. This means many new residents, and the HOA board has been busy welcoming incoming members.

The focus of the Homeowner’s Association is on ensuring that newcomers understand the CC&Rs. Nevertheless, without obtaining prior approval, one resident has begun building on a room to his house and he is in violation of the rules.

Motor vehicle accidents are all too common in Maricopa. There are so many vehicles driving at varying speeds on the roads. There are hundreds of distracted drivers. There are drivers who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol while behind the wheel. There is debris in the road. These are all reasons why accidents happen. Here's what you shouldn't do following a car accident in Arizona.

You should never leave the scene of an accident. This goes for those who have caused the accident and those involved who are the victims. Wait for the police, fire and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) to arrive on scene. They will evaluate everyone involved and then transport to the hospital. Police will also tell you when you can leave the scene.