AZAPP Blog

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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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…

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…

An existing marijuana dispensary operator challenged a Board of Adjustment decision upholding a city zoning interpretation that allowed a competitor to proceed with opening a nearby dispensary. The operator’s sole alleged injury was the threatened loss of its dominant market…

About a decade ago, a dispute arose out of the Arizona Racing Commission’s determinations regarding which party would receive a horse-racing license. The details of the dispute matter little here. Deferring to the Commission’s factual findings, the superior court eventually…

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An outside organization submitted a public records request to the Arizona Attorney General seeking, from January 2020 forward, all communications between the Attorney General’s office and an outside non-profit group, any relevant engagement letters, and communications related to the Attorney…

Two LLCs that acquire distressed real estate sued an individual and several companies for tortious interference with contracts and business expectancy. A required element of tortious interference is “the existence of a valid contractual relationship or business expectancy.” The defendants…

Arizona Attorney magazine published an article by Osborn Maledon attorneys Eric M. Fraser (former editor of this blog) and Andrew G. Pappas (current editor of this blog) in the April 2026 issue. “10 Tips for Writing Effective Civil Judgments” gives…