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The AZAPP Blog, published by Osborn Maledon, P.A., focuses on appellate practice and procedural issues within Arizona's legal system. It covers topics such as appellate jurisdiction, final judgments, and nuances of civil and family court procedures. The blog also discusses significant appellate court decisions affecting medical negligence, service of process, and public education law. Additionally, it includes reviews of legal literature relevant to appellate advocacy, emphasizing practical techniques and professional development for appellate lawyers. The content is aimed at legal professionals interested in Arizona appellate law, procedural rules, and recent judicial interpretations impacting litigation strategy.
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Living United for Change in Ariz. v. State – 9/10/2026
By Rob Franks
Arizona voters adopted the Secure the Border Act as Proposition 314 in November 2024. The Act contains three prominent provisions: (1) the SAVE Requirement directs state and local agencies to use a federal verification system to confirm the immigration status…
Accursio v. Tree House Labs, LLC – 9/10/2026
By Rob Franks
Anyone may file a charge with the State Bar of Arizona alleging unprofessional conduct by a lawyer or the unauthorized practice of law. Rules 48(l) and 80(a)(6) of the Rules of the Supreme Court provide that communications to the State…
Pavlak v. Funk Fam. Enterprises LLC – 8/28/2026
By Rob Franks
In 2014, the Pavlaks purchased residential property in Mesa (Lot 11), adjacent to a vacant lot (Lot 10). Both lots were part of an HOA. The Pavlaks alleged that they purchased their lot relying on a “building envelope” for Lot…
McMahan v. Grasshopper Trans, Inc. – 7/30/2026
By Rob Franks
If you sue someone, you must serve them correctly. That sounds like a small step, but the Arizona Supreme Court just showed how much it matters. On July 30, 2026, the Court decided McMahan v. Grasshopper Trans, Inc. (CV-25-0287-PR). A…
Hudson v. Heap – 8/11/2026
By Rob Franks
A man submitted a public records request to Maricopa County seeking Cast Vote Records (“CVR”) for Arizona’s 2024 Presidential Preference Election. CVR are electronic records of a voter’s ballot selection, potentially including images of a voter’s entire ballot as well…
KCAZ, Inc. v. Phoenix Title Loans, LLC – 7/27/2026
By Rob Franks
State law allows the Arizona Department of Transportation (“ADOT”) and its Motor Vehicle Division (“MVD”) to contract with authorized third-party title companies to provide vehicle titles, registrations, and license plates to Arizona drivers.
In 2023, an individual obtained an Arizona…
Barry Goldwater Inst. for Pub. Pol’y Rsch. Ctr. v. City of Phoenix – 7/17/2026
By Rob Franks
Arizona’s public records law provides that public records “shall be open to inspection by any person at all times during office hours.” A.R.S. § 39-121. A qualifying public record carries a strong presumption of disclosure. But access may be restricted…
Barrera v. Sedona Pointe LLC – 6/12/2026
By Rob Franks
Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 9001-9141, to mitigate financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Although housing laws are generally a state matter, § 9058 sought to protect tenants in federally…
Stone v. Pima Cnty. – 6/11/2026
By Rob Franks
David Stone worked as a defense investigator for Pima County’s Public Defense Services. His duties included investigating cases and facilitating communication with people in jail. In October 2021, the Pima County Board of Supervisors adopted a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for…