Posts by Fred Thomas
COVID-19 Liability Shield Laws
COVID-19 Liability Shield Laws COVID-19 Liability Shield Laws, many states have taken action shielding certain business from liability relating to Covid-19. Arizona is on the same tract. Currently SB 1377 is making its way through the Arizona legislature. If passed by the legislature and signed by Governor Ducey the new law would provide immunity from…
Read MoreFred Thomas, Esq. Discusses Personal Injury Law on the “Arizona Daily Mix.”
Fred Thomas, Esq. Discusses Personal Injury Law on the “Arizona Daily Mix.” Learn about the legal process for recovering damages after sustaining a personal injury. Fred Thomas, Esq. discusses how a personal injury attorney can help with insurance claims, payments of medical bills, and recovery of other types of damages for injured parties. …
Read MoreWedding Venue Contracts and Covid-19 Can I Cancel The Contract?
Wedding Venue Contracts and Covid-19 Can I Cancel The Contract? Wedding Venue Contracts and Covid-19 Can I Cancel The Contract? This seems to be a common question I am asked. Force Majeure Sometimes contracts contain a force majeure clause that allows for the cancellation of a contract. Even absent a force majeure clause there are…
Read MoreA Vehicle Turned Left In Front Of Me Now They Are Saying I’m At Fault.
A Vehicle Turned Left In Front Of Me Now They Are Saying I’m At Fault. This is a comment that I am starting to hear from many potential clients involved in a left turn accident. A Vehicle Turned Left In Front Of Me, Now They Are Saying I’m At Fault. When a driver is making…
Read MoreDoes My Business Interruption Provide Coverage For Loss Income Due to COVID-19?
Does My Business Interruption Provide Coverage For Loss Income Due to COVID-19? Does My Business Interruption Provide Coverage For Loss Income Due to COVID-19? As a general statement it depends. You would need to read the coverage set forth in your policy. First look to your policy declaration page, it will list all the coverage…
Read MoreDoes Arizona Law Cap Damages In Personal Injury Cases?
Does Arizona Law Cap Damages In Personal Injury Cases? The short answer is no. Some states have laws that cap the amount of money a person can recover as compensation for injuries caused by another person. Some of these caps apply to specific types of injury cases. Meaning some are caps on damages in car…
Read MoreWhat Are The Risks of A Dog Bite?
What Are The Risks of A Dog Bite? Not all dogs are as cute and innocent as the one pictured here. On average dog bites account for 1% of injury related emergency room visits. About 4.5 million dog bites occur per year. Not all result in severe injuries or necessitate treatment. About 316,000 people are…
Read MorePhoenix Ranks As One Of Most Dangerous Cities For Pedestrians
Pedestrian Car Accidents are on the rise in Phoenix over the last ten years. According to Arizona Department of Transportation numbers there were 112 auto related pedestrian fatalities last year (2018). This number is down from 2017 (226). Clearly, pedestrians are at severe disadvantage and these numbers confirm this. Drivers have a higher responsibility to ensure…
Read MoreVape Manufacturer Ignores Signs of Teen Addiction
Vape Manufacturer Ignores Signs of Teen Addiction. According to a recent Reuters investigation the vape manufacture Juul Labs knew and disregarded indications that teens were attracted to the use of its’ products. The Reuters investigation is based in part on a former Juul manager’s disclosure. Juul executives debated whether to take actions to reduce teen…
Read MoreWho Can File A Wrongful Death Claim?
Who Can File A Wrongful Death Claim? Who can file a wrongful death claim? First, it is important to know what is a wrongful death. A wrongful death is persons death that results from the wrongful act of another person. The wrongful act could be an auto accident or murder. A wrongful death claim is…
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