Torgenson Law Blog

Can Family Members Be Liable for Letting an Unsafe Elderly Driver Operate a Vehicle?

April 28, 2026
Article Summary Losing the ability to drive, due to age-related impairment, can be a significant moment in someone’s life.  If an adult child allows an elderly parent with a known impairment to drive, that child could be held liable for damages if an accident occurs....
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Hit By A Waymo in Arizona: Here’s What to Do

April 20, 2026
Article Summary The Phoenix metro area is home to a growing fleet of driverless Waymo vehicles.  Accidents with pedestrians and other vehicles involve unique factors compared to accidents involving vehicles with human drivers. A driverless accident claim may require access to tech-related evidence that is...
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What Percent of Hit-and-Run Cases Are Solved?

April 15, 2026
Article Summary Hit-and-run accidents are common in Arizona, and the state ranks third in the nation for hit-and-run fatalities. Damages and injuries from hit-and-run accidents can be serious and victims have legal options for compensation. Although many hit-and-run cases go unsolved, the support of a...
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Can a Dog Sitter Be Held Liable for a Dog Bite?

April 8, 2026
Article Summary Arizona has a strict liability law for dog bites, making the dog owner responsible for damages. When a dog bites someone while in the care of a dog sitter, liability for damages can be more complex. Working with a dog bite lawyer to...
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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?

April 5, 2026
Article Summary Receiving a personal injury settlement could make tax filing a bit more complex than it already is.  Not every personal injury settlement is the same in the eyes of the IRS, which is why it’s important to work with a personal injury attorney...
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