Arizona Car Accident Lawyers

Car accidents can occur when you least expect them and cause significant damage and injury. The aftermath of an accident can be just as stressful and pose many challenges in the process of recovering what you have lost. Arizona car accident lawyers can help ease your burden and get justice for the wrongs you have suffered. 

The Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm will provide the representation you need to help you reclaim your life. With the help of  Arizona personal injury lawyers, you can stand up to insurance companies and other opposing parties to secure the results you need. With years of experience, we provide you with trusted counsel and a proven track record of success. 

Why Choose Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm

When you need to hire a lawyer after an accident, Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm is committed to providing you with the highest level of service. We listen to you from the moment you reach out to us and strive to understand your situation so we can apply the most effective approach. We conduct thorough investigations, gather as much evidence as possible, and build a strong case strategy. When you hire our team, you can be confident that your case will be in good hands and you will receive the benefits below:

• Maximizing compensation: Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm aggressively negotiates with insurance companies and opposing parties to ensure you receive the maximum compensation to offset significant expenses and provide relief.

• Medical care guidance: Our team ensures you receive the medical care you need and are connected with the right medical professionals. We will also make sure that you have access to your medical records for evidence in your case.

• Handling complex legal procedures: Every car accident is different and some may be very complex. An experienced lawyer from Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm is equipped with the legal knowledge to navigate these challenges and find creative solutions to resolve your case. 

• Assistance with car rental: We help you secure a rental car when you are without a vehicle after a car accident. We help minimize the accident’s impact on your everyday life and ensure you can get where you need to go while your car is being repaired. 

• Ongoing case management: We handle every aspect of your case so you can focus on healing. We draft and file all documentation, conduct discovery, investigate your case, gather evidence, and provide trusted counsel. We also communicate with you regularly so you always know what is going on with your case. 

• Weekly case updates: Whether we settle out of court or go to trial, we ensure you receive a fair settlement. Overall, we have secured a total of more than $31 million for our clients so they can move forward with reclaiming their lives.

Why You Need an Attorney for Arizona Car Accidents

While it can be tempting to handle your claim on your own, it can actually leave you with less compensation than you could get with a lawyer. An Arizona auto accident lawyer has extensive negotiation skills and knowledge of the law that they can use to maximize your results and ensure that all legal requirements are met. 

Additionally, insurance companies often act in bad faith, and a lawyer knows how to demand that they forgo their tactics and cover your losses sufficiently. Most insurance companies try to offer settlements that are far too low and try to get you to accept them before you know the full extent of your injuries and expenses. As such, a lawyer safeguards your rights and well-being. 

Common Types of Collisions We Handle

Our firm handles a number of different types of automobile accidents. Each category of accident has its own nuances and poses unique legal considerations. We can help if you or your loved one has been involved in any of the types of accidents listed here: 

• Rear-end accidents
• Head-on accidents
• Side-impact accidents
• Sideswipe accident
• Rollover accidents
• Hit-and-runs
• Single-vehicle accidents

Types of Compensation You May Receive

Expenses accumulate rapidly after a car accident and can quickly become overwhelming. Most individuals may not be prepared or equipped for a financial strain of this magnitude, which can add even more stress to a stressful situation. As automobile accident victims question how to pay for the care they need to get back on their feet, they may not know what they can recover through compensation either. 

Automobile accident victims may be eligible to receive more than one type of compensation to cover the different losses they have suffered. Damages are designed to bring back a sense of wholeness to their life and help them move forward without stress. When you or your loved one has been hurt in an auto accident, you may be able to recover the following types of losses:

• Economic damages: Compensation for your losses that are of a financial nature. These often cover a number of your medical expenses, ongoing care, property damages, lost wages, and funeral and burial expenses in the event the auto accident is fatal. 

• Non-economic damages: Compensation for the losses derived from your pain and suffering. These could include emotional distress, mental anguish, reduced quality of life, loss of enjoyment, and loss of companionship or consortium. 

• Punitive damages: This type of compensation is typically reserved for accidents that were caused by gross negligence or malice. The outcomes of these accidents are generally more severe with greater consequences. If an at-fault driver is required to pay punitive damages, it is intended to be a punishment for them while providing you with an increase in compensation to cover your additional losses.

An Arizona car accident lawyer will come alongside you and record each of your losses and their value. They will calculate the sum total to estimate their value and determine how much compensation you need to fully recover and reclaim your life. These numbers act as a north star guiding negotiations and efforts to secure compensation. 

Common Injuries We Help Clients With

Car accidents can cause victims a myriad of injuries and complications. A fender-bender could result in some minor whiplash, bruising, and scratching, while a severe accident could cause catastrophic injuries and even death. Each accident is unique and is affected by the impact of the collision and a number of other variables. Regardless of the severity of your accident, our team can represent you when you have suffered the following types of injuries in an accident:

• Whiplash
• Broken and fractured bones
• Soft tissue damage, such as sprains and strains
• Head injuries, including concussions and traumatic brain injuries
• Neck and spine injuries
• Rib and chest injuries
• Paralysis
• Chronic pain
• Pregnancy complications
• Death

How Much Does an Arizona Car Accident Lawyer Cost?

The cost of legal services should not keep you from hiring an Arizona car accident lawyer when you need one the most. As such, we do not charge any fees up front. You receive the legal service you need and only pay if we win your case. Payment is taken out of your compensation so you do not have to pay us out of your own pocket. This model makes legal services accessible to injured individuals during a vulnerable time, and it ensures you and your lawyer are aligned. 

Common Mistakes to Avoid After an Arizona Auto Accident

Sadly, it does not take much to hurt your claim after an accident. One wrong step and an insurance company may deny you compensation, and even try to blame the accident on you. This is why it is important to hire a lawyer as soon as possible after an accident and let them speak for you and protect your claim. 

While this can be profoundly helpful to the outcome of your case, there are also other mistakes to be aware of and prevent, especially in the minutes after an accident before you have hired a lawyer. If possible, avoid these mistakes at all costs: 

• Leaving the scene of the accident: Even though you were the victim of a vehicle accident, failing to stay at the scene of an accident is considered illegal according to ARS § 28-661 and can be subject to fines, jail time, or a revoked license. While stopped, all parties involved in the accident are required to help injured individuals, as well as exchange contact, vehicle, and insurance information.  

• Refusing medical attention: Failing to submit to a medical examination can be detrimental to your safety and your ability to recover compensation. Serious injuries may not always be visible and may require testing to identify. Insurance companies also do not look favorably upon refusal of healthcare and may use it to say you are not as injured as your claim. Your request could be denied as a result. 

• Not filing a police report: Police reports create an official record of the accident, detailing a number of factors. Insurance adjusters and lawyers review these documents and use the information in them to inform their decision about whether or not you are entitled to compensation. As such, if you do not file a police report, the lack of information and evidence can hurt your chances of a successful claim 

• Not gathering evidence: Having nothing to show to verify the accident and your injuries can stop your claim before it even gets started. Without photos, videos, or witness statements, you do not have anything to support and process your request. Similarly, if you have minimal forms of evidence, it can make your case weak and more challenging as a result. 

• Admitting fault: Whether you are at the scene or talking to an insurance company, never admit fault or apologize for the accident. While saying sorry may be a knee-jerk reaction, this can actually be used against you and may result in a denied claim or worse.

• Accepting the first settlement offer: Do not accept the first offer you receive from the insurance company. They want to pay you as little as possible and know that most people will not push back on what they are offered. Additionally, once an offer is accepted, you waive all rights to seek further compensation from them. Allow a lawyer to review any offers you receive before accepting them. 

• Posting on social media: It is best to stay off of social media after a car accident. Insurance companies may look through your accounts to see if you have talked about the accident, admitted fault, or have engaged in activities that seem to contradict your claim. Social media activity has the potential to significantly hurt your claim. 

Call Arizona Car Accident Lawyers for Help Today

The Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm is ready to help you during your time of need. We fight for you so you are treated fairly and receive maximum compensation for your losses. We also help you hold the negligent party accountable for their actions.

We have offices in Ahwatukee, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Mesa, North Phoenix, Peoria, Scottsdale, and Tempe, and can help you from the location most convenient to you. To learn more about what our firm can do for you, contact us to schedule a free consultation today. 

FAQs

How long do I have to file a claim?

According to ARS § 12-542, you have two years to file a claim to recover your losses after a car accident. 

What if insurance is not enough to cover my losses?

Sometimes insurance may not cover the entirety of your losses due to policy limits, bad faith actions by the insurance company, or if the other driver was uninsured. In this case you can file a personal injury claim against the negligent driver directly.

How is liability determined?

To establish the standard of negligence, your lawyer will demonstrate that the other driver was obligated to prevent harm. By engaging in unsafe behaviors, they breached their duty to you and became the direct cause of the accident and your injuries. As such, they are deemed liable and are responsible for your damages.