Not every probate goes smoothly, and not every probate can be resolved through informal proceedings. Will contests, executor misconduct, and other disputes can disrupt otherwise uneventful probate proceedings and lead to lawsuits. If you find yourself involved in probate litigation in Arizona, here is what you are likely to encounter.1. The … [Read more...] about 6 Typical Phases of Probate Litigation
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Top 3 Legal Disputes in the Construction Industry | Construction Defect Attorney
Top 3 Legal Disputes in the Construction Industry Today’s construction project involves many complex aspects and numerous participants. As a result, disputes often arise. Below we discuss the three disputes that you are most likely to encounter and provide information that may help you avoid costly pitfalls.Contract Disputes Because … [Read more...] about Top 3 Legal Disputes in the Construction Industry | Construction Defect Attorney
Finalizing Probate Settlements | Probate Litigation Attorney
The Case of the Missing Beneficiary: Why Finalizing Probate Settlements Should Be Set As A PriorityProbate settlements can cause numerous issues to arise in the course of finalizing probate, which is considered administering an estate of a deceased person. The executor of an estate must comply with specific legal requirements to discharge … [Read more...] about Finalizing Probate Settlements | Probate Litigation Attorney
Force Majeure in Contracts | Arizona Contract Attorney
Force Majeure in Contracts | Arizona Contract Attorney.I am a contract attorney in Arizona and Force majeure in contract law is haute couture, or a “hot topic” at the moment, and for good reason. The global COVID-19 pandemic has flipped economies on their heads and left many of us scrambling for solutions. Authors from remote offices … [Read more...] about Force Majeure in Contracts | Arizona Contract Attorney
Striking the Judge in Litigation Law
Striking the Judge: Be Careful What You Wish ForWe have probably all seen a depiction of Lady Justice, the blindfolded woman holding a sword in one hand and a set of scales in the other. The scales are what she uses to weigh the strengths and weaknesses of a litigation case, and the blindfold reminds us that justice is blind to the status of … [Read more...] about Striking the Judge in Litigation Law
Alexander Hamilton and the Cost of Principle: Is a Lawsuit Worth the Price? | Lawsuit Attorney
As a lawsuit attorney I am fascinated with one of the most regrettable episodes which occurred in the early days of our nation, the duel between long-time political rivals Alexander Hamilton and Vice President Aaron Burr. Burr, offended by a report that Hamilton had defamed Burr’s character, demanded that Hamilton disavow any negative statements … [Read more...] about Alexander Hamilton and the Cost of Principle: Is a Lawsuit Worth the Price? | Lawsuit Attorney