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Do You Need a Lawyer?
If you have been injured in an accident and have lost time from work, you need the representation of an attorney.
Many persons who would not think of attempting to fix their plumbing, roof, or automobile, choose to attempt to represent themselves in a legal situation. This is not wise.
Personal injury lawyers have the skill, knowledge, and training necessary to effectively represent your interests. They have experience in evaluating claims and know how they should be processed. If you have been injured, please call the Rockafellow
Law Firm, our initial consultations are always at no charge. For a free Consultation, call us today.
The Contingency Fee
Most personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee. The fee is a percentage of the amount recovered. If there is no recovery, there is no fee payable to the lawyer. This makes legal advice available to injured persons who would not be in a position to pay for legal advice if an hourly fee were charged.
If you have been injured through the fault of another, it is in your best interests to seek legal advice, An experienced personal injury lawyer can assist you greatly in bringing your case to a conclusion on terms fair to you.
At the Rockafellow Law Firm, we handle personal injury cases on a contingent fee basis. If there is no recovery, there is no attorney's fee charged. "Out of pocket expenses are additional".
What to do After a Car Accident
All of us drive as carefully as we can, yet accidents do happen. If you are involved in a car accident, remember this checklist:
1) Stop and render aid immediately to any injured person and/or seek prompt medical attention for yourself if you are injured.
2) Report the accident immediately to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
3) Be careful what you say! Statements made at the scene can later be used against you.
4) Promptly report the accident to your insurance company. Again, be careful what you say. A careless remark not based on fact can later be regretted.
5) Contact a lawyer to discuss your rights concerning the accident.
Following the above checklist can help uncomplicate a confusing and serious experience. For a free consultation concerning your personal injury case, please call the Rockafellow
Law Firm.
How Your Insurance Policy Can Help You
Many persons involved in automobile accidents fail to realize that their own insurance policy can be used to pay medical bills. If you have uninsured motorist coverage, your insurance policy must pay your damages if the other driver is uninsured. By law, your company must offer you uninsured coverage."
Don't rely on the other driver to have a good insurance policy. Chances are he doesn't. For a small amount of money, you can buy yourself the protection that you need against irresponsible motorists.
Should you have any questions concerning interpretation of your auto insurance policy, please call the Rockafellow Law Firm. We will be glad to assist you, and our initial consultations are always at no charge.
Protection from the Underinsured Motorist
Arizona insurance companies must offer underinsured motorist coverage to their
insureds. We recommend large policy limits for underinsured motorist coverage.
Insurance statistics indicate that approximately 30% of drivers in Arizona are uninsured, in spite of mandatory insurance laws.
Another 35% to 40% only buy the minimum coverage required of $15,000.00 per person. In today's world of rising medical expenses, $15,000.00 does not go very far.
You can insure yourself against such a disaster by purchasing additional underinsured motorist coverage. We recommend coverage of at least $100,000.00.
The Rockafellow Law Firm knows the ins and outs of insurance policies and can help you receive what is rightfully yours. If you have a question concerning your auto insurance or want to discuss your rights under your policy, please call the
Rockafellow Law Firm. We will answer your questions at no charge.
The Wrongful Death Claim
In Arizona, surviving family members have the right to recover for the death of a relative if the death was caused by the wrongful act of another.
Survivors may recover the losses they have incurred because of the death of a relative. To a large degree, the amount of recovery depends upon the amount of money the dead person was able to earn and whether or not the surviving family members were dependent upon his or her income for support.
For the loss of a non-wage earning family member, factors to be considered in awarding money include loss of companionship and loss of love and affection. The
Rockafellow Law Firm has handled numerous wrongful death claims and has the skill, experience, and education necessary to represent you should the need arise.
Medical Malpractice Claims
The medical malpractice claim is the most difficult claim for anyone to
present. Over the years, the medical community has successfully passed
favorable legislation that makes the standard of proof more difficult in a
medical negligence setting than in any other setting. A bad outcome does
not always mean medical malpractice has occurred. This is why experience
counts in choosing a lawyer to handle a medical malpractice claim.
Leighton Rockafellow has been successfully handling
medical negligence claims since 1978. If you think you have a medical
malpractice claim, contact Mr. Rockafellow for a free consultation and
follow up record review if warranted.
Careful screening is the key to success in winning a
medical negligence case. Don’t trust your case to inexperience. Put
Leighton Rockafellow’s more than 30 years of legal experience to work for
you.
Nursing Home Neglect
Our aging population means more of our elder relatives are residing in
nursing homes for daily care. Nursing homes are subject to strict
regulation by governmental agencies and must adhere to strict standards.
Unfortunately, many times the standards are not met.
Nursing homes are often understaffed or staffed with
untrained personnel not equipped to handle the needs of the residents.
Medication errors are common as are bed sores, malnutrition, falls, and
dehydration.
Arizona has an elder abuse law that grants remedies to
elder persons abused in nursing homes. The abuse does not have to be
physical. Failure to provide adequate care fits the definition of abuse.
If you have a relative or loved one who you suspect is
not being properly cared for in a nursing home, call The Rockafellow Law
Firm for a free consultation. Mr. Rockafellow will answer your questions
and will do a follow up record review if warranted at no charge.
Use Your Seatbelt!
Arizona law now requires that you wear a seatbelt. If you do not, you can receive a fine for nonuse. However, nonuse of a seatbelt can cost you more than a fine. If you are injured in an accident and your injury is made more serious by nonuse of a seatbelt, the amount of money that you can recover for your injuries will be reduced by the percentage that nonuse of a seatbelt contributed to your injury. By way of example, a head laceration will go completely uncompensated for if use of a seatbelt would have prevented that laceration.
The Rockafellow Law Firm brings you this message in the interest of safety. We encourage all drivers to buckle up for even the shortest trips.
Dog Bites
In Arizona, dog owners are strictly liable for unprovoked bites. This is regardless of
the dog's prior temperament. The rule does not apply to trespassers.
To take advantage of this 100% liability rule, your case must be filed within one year
of the bite. Waiting to file your case could cost you your right to recover what is
legally yours.
If you, a friend, or family member have been bitten by a dog and you know the name of
the dog's owner, call us. Our initial consultations are free and we know how to handle
your dog bite case.
The Rockafellow Law Firm has the skill, experience, knowledge, and
education to help you recover what is legally yours. We know your rights and you can
depend on us to represent your interests fairly and effectively.
Torts
The word tort literally means any wrongful or negligent act. The law of torts is the same as the law of negligence. A typical example of a tort is the careless operation of a motor vehicle that results in an accident.
By law, every person has the duty to drive his or her automobile in a fashion such that it will not collide with any other vehicle or person on the highway. A tort is committed if the driver of an automobile violates that duty and causes an accident.
Tort victims have the right to sue the negligent person to recover for any injuries or property damage caused by the wrongful act of the negligent party. If you think you have been injured due to the fault of another, please call the
Rockafellow Law Firm. We will be glad to consult with you at no charge and, should we take your case, the fee will be a percentage of the amount we collect for you. "Out of pocket expenses are additional".
Discovery
The prepared lawyer avoids surprise witnesses and evidence. This is done through discovery.
After the lawsuit has been filed, the "homework stage" begins. Legal tools are available to lawyers to "discover" (find out) the legal theories, evidence, witnesses, and other matters that the other side will be using at the time of trial. Some of these tools include written questions (Interrogatories) and depositions (statements taken under oath). Other tools used are requests for production of documents and subpoenas duces tecum, which require production of records and documents. The skilled and experienced personal injury trial lawyer knows how to use the legal tools available to acquire the information and evidence needed to produce a favorable result and prevent a trial from becoming a guessing game. Eliminate the guesswork. Call for a free consultation on your personal injury case today.
Rockafellow Law Firm
2438 E. Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85719 info@rockafellowlaw.com
Telephone: 520.750.1800
Toll Free: 800.264.4529
Fax: 520.750.1676
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