Family-owned businesses are the backbone of the American economy. Family-owned businesses account for 64 percent of U.S. gross domestic product, generate 62 percent of the country's employment, comprise 90 percent of all business enterprises in North America and account for… Read More
“Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray…Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters [priests] of the Church, and they should pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the… Read More
A plaintiff who brings suit may be subject to a physical or mental examination ordered by the court if the plaintiff’s physical or mental condition is at issue in the case, pursuant to Arizona Rule of Civil Procedure Rule 35. … Read More
In Arizona and other states, the adage “possession is nine-tenths of the law” can become a reality when real property is controlled or used by someone other than the true owner. Possessing real property – whether acting as the owner… Read More
Are you or someone you know experiencing or has experienced domestic violence or abuse? Does it seem that there is inadequate consideration for the abuse suffered in either the criminal or family law proceeding? Have you talked to an attorney… Read More
A continued low-price environment for commodities, trade uncertainty and COVID-19 issues impacting supply chains and labor costs have continued to put pressure on family farmers. In the first quarter of 2020 there were 170 Chapter 12 bankruptcies nationwide up from… Read More
Even before the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, construction projects involved significant risks for owners, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. Untold changes in circumstances related to the prices and availability of labor and materials, hidden conditions, and acts or events within or outside the… Read More
Estate litigation can be downright awful. That is not to say that a great good cannot be done by advocating the rights of a Decedent in a financial exploitation action, or to assist an heir where a loved one now… Read More
Arizona’s Mechanics’ and Materialmen’s Lien laws are a powerful tool available to contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure they are paid for the labor and materials they provide. The risk of foreclosing on a property deters many owners from unreasonably… Read More
Arizona’s astonishing number of coronavirus cases have many business owners wondering whether a COVID-19 liability waiver is necessary or worth it. The premise of a liability waiver is that the person signing the waiver explicitly recognizes there are risks involved… Read More