Category Archives: Phoenix Law Blog

Phoenix Approves $5.5 Million Settlement to Family of Man Killed by Officers

Phoenix approves $5.5 million settlement to family of man killed by officers

The Phoenix City Council voted 6-1 to approve a $5.5 million settlement for the family of Ali Osman, who was shot and killed by police officers in September 2022. The family had filed a lawsuit against the city and police department, alleging that the officers had used excessive force in the incident. Osman, who was […]

Phoenix Settles Police Shooting Claim Brought by Family of Ali Osman for $5.5M

Phoenix settles police shooting claim brought by family of Ali Osman for $5.5M

The Phoenix City Council, with little discussion, voted 6-1 to approve a $5.5 million settlement for the family of Ali Osman, who was killed by police after he threw rocks at a patrol car. Attorney Quacy Smith represented Ali Osman’s family in their legal claim, which had initially sought $85 million in damages from the […]

Preventing Workplace Harassment and Discrimination in Arizona

Preventing Workplace Harassment and Discrimination in Arizona

Workplace harassment and discrimination can be a serious issue, leading to negative impacts on the well-being and productivity of employees. In Arizona, as in other states, there are laws in place to protect workers from harassment and discrimination. However, these laws are only effective if employers take proactive steps to prevent such behavior from occurring […]

Convicted of Murder in Phoenix

Convicted of Murder in Phoenix

Do you have questions about convicted of murder in Phoenix? Contact Homicide Defense Attorneys at Smith & Green today. Question: What can happen to me if I am convicted of murder? Answer: As with any conviction here in the state of Arizona, if you’re convicted of murder there is a range of sentences that you […]

Motorcycle Accident Tips

Motorcycle Accident Tips

Were you or a loved one seriously injured in a motor vehicle crash in Arizona? Read these Motorcycle Accident Tips and contact us today. Choosing a Motorcycle Accident Attorney The state of Arizona is a very special state in that, outside of our few months of heat during the summer, the weather here is perfect. […]

The Nitty Gritty of Your Criminal Case

The Nitty Gritty of Your Criminal Case

If you’ve been charged with a crime, it’s time to start learning the nitty gritty of your criminal case. Contact our Phoenix lawyers today. Criminal Preliminary Hearing A preliminary hearing, in the courts of Arizona and in the federal courts and in most jurisdictions across the country, is what we call a probable cause hearing, […]