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Common Examples of Wrongful Death Cases Explained
TL;DR: Wrongful death cases arise when a person’s death is caused by the negligence or misconduct of another party. The..
What is the Process for Appealing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Decision?
TL;DR: Appealing a wrongful death lawsuit decision involves a specific legal process focused on correcting errors of law, not re-litigating..
The Process for Appealing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Decision in Arizona
TL;DR: To appeal a wrongful death decision in Arizona, you must file a Notice of Appeal with the superior court..
How to Handle Settlement Disbursement to Minors in Arizona Wrongful Death Cases
TL;DR In Arizona, settlement funds from a wrongful death case cannot be paid directly to a minor. Instead, the funds..
Establishing a Trust for a Child’s Wrongful Death Settlement in Arizona
TL;DR In Arizona, when a minor is the beneficiary of a wrongful death settlement exceeding a certain threshold, state law..
The Guardian ad Litem’s Role in Arizona Wrongful Death Settlements for Minors
TL;DR In an Arizona wrongful death case where a minor is a beneficiary, the court appoints a Guardian ad Litem..
How to Handle Claims When a Decedent Was Self-Employed in Arizona
TL;DR When a self-employed individual in Arizona passes away, the personal representative of their estate is responsible for managing all..
Imputing Income for the Deceased in Arizona Wrongful Death Calculations
TL;DR In Arizona wrongful death cases, “imputing income” is a method used by forensic economists to assign a probable earning..
Spousal Wrongful Death Claims and Community Property Issues in Arizona
TL;DR In Arizona, settlement money from a spousal wrongful death claim is generally considered the surviving spouse’s separate property, not..
