What You Need to Know About Arizona Criminal Justice Reform for 2021
Arizona has taken some important steps to reform criminal justice in the state over the past year. From restructuring sentencing guidelines for first time offenders to improving the collection of crime statistics to redefining civil asset forfeiture, there have been some broad-reaching improvements to the way the criminal justice system works in Arizona. These changes […]
Understanding the Arizona Court of Appeals Ruling on Implied Warranties for New Home Builds – The 2021 Zambrano Decision
A recent July 2021 ruling in the Arizona Court of Appeals regarding implied warranties in new home construction creates an important rule that all Arizona homeowners and construction companies need to understand. The rule, put simply, is this: An Arizona homeowner cannot waive – and a builder cannot disclaim in its purchase contract- the implied […]
Tips to Improve Your Credit Score After a Bankruptcy in Arizona
Many people assume bankruptcy means they will lose everything and it should only be used as a last resort. The reality is bankruptcy is designed to give you a fresh start with a manageable path to keep your home and car. People also assume that bankruptcy destroys their credit for good. It is important to […]
Understanding Marijuana DUI Laws in Arizona
The recreational use of marijuana is now legalized for residents of Arizona, but similar to Arizona’s laws pertaining to driving while under the influence of alcohol, the laws pertaining to impaired driving also do not permit people to drive under the influence of any drug including marijuana. Many people are under the mistaken impression that […]
Drastic Changes to Arizona Child Support Guidelines Coming January 2022 – Courts Must Now Consider “Significant Disparity of Income” Between Divorced Parents
Effective January 2, 2022, Arizona has adopted new Child Support Guidelines which may help equal the playing field between divorced spouses with disproportionate incomes. Beginning in 2022, Courts will now be forced to consider modifying the existing child support payments if “a significant disparity of income exists between the parents.” By way of background, Arizona […]
Arizona Marijuana Laws Update: Expungement of Marijuana Offenses Starts July 12th
The passing of Arizona Prop 207 in last year’s election made recreational marijuana legal in the state and included a provision for those with certain past marijuana offenses to have those citations expunged from their record. To facilitate the expungement of past marijuana offenses, the State of Arizona and many counties within, have set up […]
RSN Law founding partner Rob Rutila feature article on How to Deal Legally with Remodeling or Construction Defects in AZBigMedia
RSN Law Founding Partner Rob Rutila published an article on AZBigMedia on how to deal with remodeling and construction defects in Arizona. Read the full article here: https://azbigmedia.com/real-estate/how-to-deal-legally-with-remodeling-or-construction-defects/ Contact RSN Law at 480-712-0035 today for legal issues with a remodeling or construction project in Arizona or make an appointment on our contact us page.
Common Misconceptions and Questions About Bankruptcy Law in Arizona
There are many common misconceptions about declaring bankruptcy in Arizona. Those people considering bankruptcy often have similar questions that stem from the misunderstanding they will be forced into giving up everything they have in order to pay off their debts. Declaring bankruptcy can actually protect some of your most valuable assets and provide you an […]
Are You Getting Forced to Sell Your Condo? Know Your Rights in Regards to the Arizona Condominium Act
ABC15 published a report this week about a law that has been a source of major controversy in Arizona and which every condominium owner should be aware: it is a law that forces Arizona condominium owners to sell their homes when investors purchase and own up to 80% of the available units. We at RSN […]
What You Need to Know About Arizona Spousal Maintenance Statutes and Alimony Laws
Most people are familiar with term alimony. Unless you’re from Arizona and you’ve gone through a divorce, you might not be familiar with term spousal maintenance. It’s effectively the same thing. The spousal maintenance statutes and guidelines in Arizona detail what the court will consider during divorce proceedings to determine the appropriate alimony payments. If […]