Wrongful Death

When an accident causes the untimely death of a loved one, your top priority is likely to conclude the settlement process quickly so you can put the unfortunate series of events behind you. However, receiving your compensation from the insurance company does not always mark the end of the process. The question remains as...

If an accident takes a family member away from you, it is important to know who can sue for wrongful death. In Arizona, only certain family members or representatives of the deceased person can pursue legal action for a wrongful death. Understanding these restrictions will help you take the first steps toward seeking justice...

Losing a loved one due to someone else's negligence is a heartbreaking and traumatic experience. In such instances, many families pursue a wrongful death lawsuit to seek justice and compensation. But how long does a wrongful death lawsuit typically take? Typical Timeframes for a Wrongful Death Lawsuit There is no one-size-fits-all answer to how...

People who are dealing with the untimely loss of a loved one often need to know, is wrongful death a civil or criminal case? In the State of Arizona, it is a civil case. This means that if a family member of yours dies in an accident or other situation, you may be able...

During the most recent reporting year of data provided by the Arizona Department of Transportation, we can see that more than 52,000 individuals sustained injuries in vehicle accidents. Additionally, there were 1,294 traffic collision fatalities that same year. Individuals can sustain injuries or lose their lives in any type of vehicle accident, but there...

Recent statistics show that Arizona ranks seventh across the U.S. for accidental deaths. While the causes of death vary, leading causes from year to year include motor vehicle accidents, falls, and poisoning by drugs or medications. Accidental deaths could turn into wrongful death cases, where surviving family members seek compensation after the loss of an individual....

When a loved one dies from injuries caused by a negligent driver, doctor or business, it’s normal for the family to feel a range of emotions: sadness, anger, frustration, and shock. These feelings affect many surviving family members, including siblings. After all, brothers or sisters often share a lifelong bond. Can a sibling sue for...

Reckless driving can change your life permanently; it can also change the lives of others. In 2021, 42,915 people died in motor vehicle accidents in the U.S. The wanton or willful disregard of others' safety or consequences when on the road is considered reckless driving. Not only can it result in accidents but it...

Arizona is one of the many states with legislation in place to provide recourse to family members who have lost a loved one to wrongful death. A wrongful death lawsuit is filed through the civil court systems, and there are a number of factors that determine eligibility for compensation as well as how a...

With more than 15,000 lawyers in Arizona, you might find it overwhelming to select just one to hire, and you may not be sure when circumstances merit an attorney. For average Americans, a lawyer or attorney is more of an abstract concept — something they know about but have little experience with. Therefore, when...