Many people envision the lengthy and costly process of going to court when facing a legal dispute. However, there are alternative methods to resolve disputes outside of traditional litigation. Known as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), these methods offer efficient, cost-effective, and often less adversarial paths to resolution. In this post, we’ll break down key ADR methods — including mediation, arbitration, Read More
Options you may have, though the seller says the vehicle was sold “As Is” and won’t take responsibility for selling a lemon.
Buying a vehicle that turns out to have significant defects can be devastating, especially when you return to the selling dealer and they say for the first time, we sold that vehicle to you “as is”. In spite of hidden language within the sales contract that may seek to disclaim any warranty, you may have legal options when defects or misrepresentations were made when the vehicle was purchased. Fraudulent and Read More
Understanding the Electronic Funds Transfer Act (EFTA): A Potential Layer of Protection
In today's increasingly digital world, transferring money electronically has become the norm for many. However, with the convenience of electronic transfers comes the potential for fraud and scams. The Electronic Funds Transfer Act (EFTA) might offer some protections and remedy. The EFTA is a federal law enacted to help safeguard consumers with qualifying electronic fund transfers (EFTs), while offering protections Read More
Essential Considerations Prior to Filing a Lawsuit
Deciding to file a lawsuit is a significant and often daunting decision. While the desire to seek justice when you or your business has been wronged is natural, the process of suing someone is complex and can be both financially and emotionally taxing. Before moving forward, it’s essential to evaluate the potential benefits and drawbacks of legal action carefully. Evaluating the Merits of Your Case The first Read More
Understanding Qui Tam Lawsuits
Qui Tam lawsuits are critical legal tools designed to expose fraud. This blog post will examine some of the intricacies of Qui Tam lawsuits, summarizing what they are, how they work, and their importance in rooting out abusive and deceptive conduct. What is a Qui Tam Lawsuit? The term "Qui Tam" is derived from the Latin phrase "qui tam pro domino rege quam pro se ipso in hac parte sequitur," which translates Read More
Navigating the Legal Landscape: Class Action Lawsuits
In the realm of consumer protection, understanding the purpose of Class Action Lawsuits may help consumers how they may seek justice collectively. Understanding Class Action Lawsuits: A Brief Overview Class Action Lawsuits are legal proceedings initiated by a group of individuals who share similar grievances caused by the systematic actions of an entity. This collective approach can streamline legal processes, Read More
Things you should know about vehicle repairs & vehicle warranties
Vehicles are an essential part of our daily lives, providing us with the ability to work and the freedom to travel. However, as any owner knows, maintenance and repairs are inevitable. Understanding your rights and responsibilities, especially regarding warranties and repairs, helps enforce those rights. Arizona Lemon Law: Arizona's Lemon law, like other states, is a remedial statute adopted to protect Read More
Navigating Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps (Zelle, PayPal, Venmo, etc.): The good, the bad, and the ugly.
Photo by Rami Al-zayat on Unsplash Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment applications have become indispensable tools for simplifying our financial lives. Whether you're sharing a restaurant bill or paying for that Airbnb stay, most of us can agree these apps are convenient and easy to use. However, as with any technology, there are potential pitfalls, so consider protecting yourself from being defrauded and losing money. Read More
Guardianships: A legal process to help when someone close is impaired and unable to make decisions or communicate without assistance.
Arizona has a law, Arizona Revised Statute § 14-5101, that helps define when guardianship may be sought through the courts for an impaired adult, effectively “incapacitated.” An adult may be considered incapacitated due to mental or physical impairment caused by a disease or drug addiction. As a result, the person cannot communicate or understand to make decisions that affect them directly. It may be a short-term Read More
The Rooftop Solar Market: What can you do when you believe you have been ripped off.
So, you decided to make a large investment in solar panels, and the solar panel company doesn’t deliver what was promised. What can you do? You can file a Complaint with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (AROC). You can file a complaint with AROC on their website, and an AROC representative will schedule a job site inspection to determine if the respondent (the company/contractor against whom the complaint Read More
