Many people spend years saving for retirement but overlook one important part of estate planning: naming beneficiaries. Owners of 401(k)s and IRAs can name who should receive their savings after death. However, account rules may name a default recipient if no valid...
A misdemeanor conviction can affect job applications, housing opportunities and professional licenses. If you have a conviction in Arizona, you may wonder whether you can clear your record and move forward. Arizona offers ways to seek relief from certain criminal...
Multi-vehicle truck accidents raise complex liability questions that are not always easy to answer. With multiple drivers involved, more than one party may share fault for the resulting injuries. Therefore, finding each liable party is often the first and most...
A pedestrian accident can leave victims hurt, shaken and unsure of what to do next. The steps taken in the hours after a crash can affect physical recovery and the ability to seek compensation. Understanding the need for medical care, evidence collection and timely...
When you finalize divorce papers, most people assume their ex-spouse is automatically removed from all estate planning documents. Unfortunately, this assumption is misleading. It is important to understand how divorce affects your will and beneficiary designations to...
Arizona law establishes precise standards that every valid will must satisfy. Failing to meet those standards can cause a document to be rejected during probate, leaving the estate to pass according to the state's intestacy rules rather than the testator's wishes. Who...
Arizona DUI law uses blood alcohol content to classify how serious a charge is. A BAC above the legal limit does not always result in the same offense. The level measured at the time of testing determines which charge applies and what consequences may follow. How does...
Low-speed impacts in parking lots can still cause substantial vehicle damage and medical expenses, making a clear determination of fault essential for insurance recovery. Assigning liability hinges on identifying which motorist had the right-of-way and whether either...
Transporting a controlled substance is a felony in Arizona. It is not the same as simple possession. Transportation charges can mean serious prison time. This is especially true when the case involves dangerous drugs, narcotic drugs or large amounts of a substance....
Marriage, divorce, a new child or a major change in your finances can make an older estate plan less useful. An estate plan created years ago may no longer reflect your current wishes or family structure. Major life changes can shift financial priorities, reshape...