Am I Eligible for Mental Health Court?
If you have a mental illness and are facing charges, dealing with the legal system can be an overwhelming experience. Fortunately, there are certain circumstances where a person with a mental illness can qualify for mental health court, making the process much easier. What are mental health courts? Mental health courts are specialty courts that […]
New Regulations Added for Sober Living Homes in Phoenix
The valley of the sun has seen a recent spike in sober living homes. However, the increased number of homes are causing some issues with surprised neighbors, forcing them to take action. Currently, there is no way to tell or know for sure if a sober living or recovery home is in your neighborhood or […]
Is Working Affecting Your Mental Health for a Compensation Claim?
We all know jobs can be stressful. The daily pressures can lead to physical issues and even psychological issues. Especially when an employer happens to conduct atrocious behavior. You may even be able to have a workman’s compensation claim for the mental illness caused by your employer and workplace. Who is eligible? All employees have […]
Benefits of Using a Criminal Defense Lawyer Specializing in Mental Health
If you are involved in a legal case which includes issues surrounding mental health, it is important to use a knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer who specializes in the area to represent you. Not only will these attorneys be more compassionate and understanding of your situation, they are also specialists in the field and have more […]
Are Arizona Prisoners Being Treated Properly for Mental-Health Issues?
In the recent years, the Arizona Department of Corrections has been held accountable for improper treatment regarding health issues of all kinds. In an effort to improve the situation, a court order was placed on the Arizona prison system. However, the order has been ignored so many times that a United States judge has considered […]
What Goes into a Mental Health Defense?
A mental health defense, or the insanity defense, is not a get out of jail free card. A lot goes in to a defense to prove insanity and in the end the sentences are not a walk in the park. Many times a defendant is found guilty but get a less serious sentence due to […]
Phoenix Celebrates Mental Health Month
To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in October, the South African Federation for Mental Health (SAFMH) made a real effort in educating citizens about the risks of mental illness and the importance of putting mental health first. Too often, mental health is ignored or not discussed. About 1 in 4 adults suffer from mental disorder […]
What Results Can Come From a Successful Mental Health Defense?
Not being in full control of your mental faculties can be a terrifying, and extremely tragic thing. The unfortunate truth, as well, is that far more Arizonans suffer from mental illnesses than anyone could ever guess. When someone is not in complete control, they can do things that they would otherwise never do, and will […]
Mental Health Statistics in Phoenix
Mental health can be a very touchy topic, and is rarely discussed openly. This is surprising, given how widespread the issue can be (the National Alliance on Mental Illness found that 1 in 4 adults suffers from some form of mental illness) and how severe the consequences of ignoring treatment can be. Given that Arizona […]
When Can Mental Health be Claimed as a Defense?
Mental health is an extremely complicated defense for many reasons. One reason is because psychology is an inexact science and human behavior is extremely complex. When pleading an insanity defense, defendants must be able to prove to the court that they didn’t understand what they were doing. They must have either failed to know right […]
