Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Phoenix

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Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm have the best personal injury attorneys in Phoenix. North Phoenix’s premier law firm is dedicated to personal injury law. Located in North Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm has become a name synonymous with successful outcomes for all matters related to auto accidents, nursing home abuse, DUI accidents, wrongful death, and drug recalls. Because we focus exclusively on accident and personal injury law, every member of our team of lawyers, paralegals, and support staff is trained, experienced, and skilled in this often complicated and emotionally-charged area of law.

Founded in 2005 by Christy Thompson, Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm has navigated on behalf of thousands of clients the red tape typically encountered when dealing with insurance companies and nursing homes following an injury and accident. Understanding how frustrating the process is, and how without the expertise of an attorney skilled and experienced in personal injury law the recovery process could become mired down, Christy committed herself and her team long ago to approaching cases more holistically, meaning that every client who walks through our door receives steadfast representation along with educational resources to help them rebuild their lives following an unexpected life event.

Almost two decades later, Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm has offices located around Arizona, including North Phoenix. We take great pride in seeing our clients’ cases to fruition and watching them win the settlements they deserve and need to move forward with their lives.

We want the same for you and the ones you hold dear. If you or a loved one has been hurt in an auto accident, were injured in a DUI, have experienced nursing home abuse, or were impacted by a drug recall, we can help. Call our accident and personal injury attorneys in our North Phoenix office today.

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Our North Phoenix Law Office Near You

Each of our law offices is conveniently located to serve residents across the city of Phoenix, with the North Phoenix office being perfectly situated for clients in the northern parts of greater Phoenix.

With easy access to the airports and major freeways in the state, North Phoenix is one of the most popular places for young professionals and families to settle. As the state’s capital, Phoenix in general attracts millions of tourists every year with its hot, sunny weather and fantastic mountain views. This influx of tourism also means more traffic on our roads and highways, with easy links to State Route 51 and the 101 Freeway, which also means a greater risk of getting into a North Phoenix auto accident.

Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm

2550 W Union Hills Dr Suite 350, Phoenix, AZ 85027

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Recent Settlement Cases in North Phoenix

Our seasoned legal team boasts decades of cumulative experience in all aspects of personal injury law. But don’t take our word for it. The client stories, dollar amounts of recoveries, and 5-star reviews speak for themselves.

Auto Accident Case Result: Pedestrian Accident: $125,000

The legal team at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm has enjoyed a long track record of successful wins on behalf of our clients. Just recently, the legal team at our Union Hills Dr office handled a rear-end accident case involving a business owner and a teenage drunk driver.

Our client, a 40-year-old small business owner, was driving home late from work and stopped at a red light at Union Hills Dr when a teenage driver rear-ended her at a high rate of speed. The teenage driver had only held their driver’s license for less than six months, had been using illegal substances, and was driving past curfew.

Our client sought hospital and medical care for her injuries. This North Phoenix auto accident case was settled at $125,000.00.

Wrongful Death Case Result: $215,000

The client was killed by a driver who was on prescription drugs at the time. Her husband and two minor daughters hired Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm to represent them in their wrongful death suit. We assisted the family in both civil and criminal aspects of the case.

Auto Accident Case Result: $212,500

A 67-year-old woman was stopped at a stop sign when she was rear-ended. Her vehicle showed very little sign of damage. Only her trailer hitch had been hit. After a month of conservative treatment of her neck injury, she went into surgery for a neck fusion. We proved in litigation that the minor impact caused the need for neck surgery. The case settled in mediation after a suit was filed.

Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Phoenix

Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm first called North Phoenix home back in 2005. Our goal was to build a centrally-located city office with a hometown feel. That’s because North Phoenix is a hometown. Your hometown.

In recent years, North Phoenix, with its close proximity to international airports and an intricate network of freeways connecting it to the rest of the state, has become one of the most popular locations for young professionals and their families to live. So we thought it only appropriate that we situate an office in North Phoenix to serve clients in the northern part of the city.

An unfortunate consequence of what attracts millions of tourists yearly to Arizona’s state capital — warm, sunny weather and beautiful mountain vistas — is also what causes the congestion we experience daily on local roads and highways in North Phoenix. With easy access to State Route 51 and the 101 freeway, North Phoenix is often the site of auto accidents.

Anyone familiar with the area knows that the Loop 101 and Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard Intersection in Scottsdale, near where our Union Hills Dr office sits, is a hotspot for auto accidents. In 2020 alone, this one intersection alone saw more than 140 collisions, many serious.

Given how many of our local North Phoenix accident and injury lawyers live and work in North Phoenix just like you, we are no strangers to how treacherous our roads can be. Fortunately, we are able to leverage our intimate knowledge of the area to help clients just like you emerge from their cases victorious.

In addition to handling auto accidents and the issues that can stem from them, such as DUIs and wrongful death, we also handle other sensitive and emotionally-charged matters. Among them are nursing home abuse cases and drug recalls. Whatever your issue, our sincerest goal is to provide you and your loved ones with the support you need during what may be the most trying time in your life and help you move forward from it with a solid foundation to support you.

If you would like to speak with one of our attorneys at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, we are here to listen and assist. All you have to do is pick up the phone and call us.

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Emergency Services in North Phoenix

Phoenix Police Department

Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergency: (602) 262-6151
620 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Phoenix Fire Department

Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergency: (602) 495-5555
150 S. 12th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034

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What happens next?

If you are looking to get started with your case, you’re in luck; the process for becoming a client of Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm is simple, quick, and easy. To begin, all you need to do is call us.

When you do, you will get to speak with one of our attentive and empathetic intake specialists, who will be ready to hear the reason for your call and collect some basic information from you. This conversation is short and designed to give the intake specialist enough understanding of your case for them to connect you with the attorney on our team best suited to attend to your needs.

After sharing your story in more detail, you will receive an intake document from our office for you to review. Once you complete and sign it, you will officially become a client of Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, and we can begin working on your case.

If at this time you need us to address any emergency situations for you, we will do so. Depending on your immediate situation, an “emergency” could mean different things, such as finding medical care for you or a family member or making contact with your insurance company.

Next, we will begin strategizing about your case’s trajectory. This step includes starting the process of compiling all of the information and documents we need to represent you.

If this sounds overwhelming or confusing, don’t worry; we will inform you about what is happening every step of the way. Regardless of the stage you are at in your case, our goal throughout will always remain the same as yours — for you to reach an outcome that will aid you and your loved ones in moving forward following a difficult life event.

We have an excellent track record. As of this writing, 99% of the cases we handled have settled out of court. Another extraordinary statistic: 100% percent of our clients have had their medical bills covered as part of their settlement. We want to advocate for you and receive the same results on your behalf, too.

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Wrongful Death Lawyer in Phoenix

When a loved one is killed in an accident, it leaves you and the rest of your family with grief, and potentially with substantial economic concerns. A wrongful death lawsuit can help your family move forward, providing economic relief for your loss.

Lawsuits can be filed for car accidents and other accidents that cause a loved one's death. Whether you are filing against an individual or a company, our lawyers can help you understand how to bring the claim and then actually file, negotiate damages, and even take the case to trial if necessary.

For your free case review, call Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm's wrongful death lawyers right away at (480) 428-0816.

What Constitutes a "Wrongful" Death?

When someone dies because of an accident or otherwise avoidable event, that is considered "wrongful" in the legal sense. This includes intentional killings like murder and manslaughter - which can result in a civil case alongside the criminal case - but it more likely refers to deaths from "negligence."

Negligence has four major elements to prove in a wrongful death claim:

1. The defendant owed the victim a legal duty. This is often brought on by laws - such as traffic laws - or based on the relationship between the defendant and the victim - such as a doctor-patient relationship.
2. The defendant breached that duty. This typically involves a violation, unreasonable action, or other failure to follow the duty of care expected of the defendant.
3. The defendant's actions actually caused the victim's death.
4. The victim and family suffered damages, such as economic harm and the emotional distress of their loss, that the court can compensate.

Put another way, a lawsuit is allowed for a wrongful death when, if the victim had survived, they would have been entitled to a lawsuit for their injuries.

Survival Action vs. Wrongful Death Suit

When you file a claim for a loved one's death, there are technically two lawsuits you file simultaneously. Our wrongful death lawyers can help you figure out what damages go under each category and bring both lawsuits together.

Wrongful Death Claim

The wrongful death claim is filed by the surviving family for their own benefit.

• Who files?The victim's spouse, children, parents, or personal representative files the lawsuit.
• Who benefits?The victim's spouse, children, or parents get paid directly for the harms they suffered. If no one fills these roles, the damages go to the victim's estate instead.
• What are the damages? You can claim damages for the family's lost income, lost companionship, pain and suffering, etc. This includes economic and non-economic damages.

Survival Action

A survival action is essentially the lawsuit the victim would have filed if they survived their injuries. This compensates the victim, paying the damages into their estate, instead of compensating the family directly.

• Who files? The victim's personal representative.
• Who benefits? Damages are paid into the estate.
• What are the damages? This suit covers the victim's pre-death damages: lost wages, end-of-life medical care, pre-death pain and suffering, etc.

What Damages Are Available?

A loved one's death can feel impossible to put a value on, so it is better to break things down into the economic and non-economic damages:

Economic Damages

Economic damages are paid to cover the monetary impact of the death, covering things like

• Medical expenses
• Lost income
• Lost household services.

We can help collect bills and records of these harms and project future damages, such as ongoing lost wages.

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages cover the other harms, often mental and emotional:

• The victim's pre-death pain and suffering
• Your lost companionship
• Your family's pain and suffering.

We can help you understand how these damages are typically calculated and put forward a fair claim that adequately compensates you instead of trusting the insurance company's valuation of your pain and suffering.

FAQs for Wrongful Death Claims in Phoenix

What is a Personal Representative?

The personal representative is the executor of the victim's estate. This person is typically named in their will - if they have one - and is often a close family member or family attorney the person trusts to take care of their assets, distribute them to their heirs, and take care of any legal issues after they die.

If the victim died without a will, the court can appoint the executor/personal representative, typically choosing a spouse, sibling, or other close family member.

Can Other Family or Non-Family File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Both the survival action and wrongful death action in Arizona can be filed by the victim's personal representative if they have no spouse, children, or parents. This allows that trusted representative to bring the case.

If there are no spouse, children, or parents, all of the damages are paid into the victim's estate, which allows their named heirs to get those damages, regardless of their relationship to the victim. This can potentially help dependent siblings or unmarried partners recover.

These cases are quite complicated and may face legal hurdles, so always work with a lawyer.

How Long Do I Have to File?

The statute of limitations for wrongful death is the same as the personal injury statute of limitations: 2 years. When suing for wrongful death, the clock starts at the time of death, not the time of injury.

Do I Need a Lawyer?

Yes. You can legally proceed without a lawyer, but you should never try to handle a wrongful death claim through insurance or by filing on your own. The process is complicated, and even filing the case can be difficult for a non-lawyer.

Understanding the full value of the damages in your case is also hard, given that you need to put a value on things like lost companionship, lost household services, and the total lost income your spouse or parent would have provided for years to come.

Can I File Through Insurance?

Many wrongful death claims are covered by insurance. This is especially common in car crashes, since every driver in Arizona is required to be covered under an insurance policy that can pay for the death and injury they cause behind the wheel.

However, insurance companies often try to drive down settlement values and leave out damages, so it might take sharp negotiation tactics or even a lawsuit to actually get paid.

Call Our Wrongful Death Lawyers in Phoenix Today

To get a free case evaluation from the wrongful death lawyers at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, call (480) 428-0816 today.

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Common Car Accident Injuries

If you were a victim of an accident that involved cars, you know how complex it can become in seconds in terms of your health. In the aftermath of this life-changing event, you will experience firsthand a possible car accident injury that can go from bruises and scratches to severe physical, emotional or mental traumas. 

At Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, our car accident injury lawyers understand how frustrating and discouraging you or your loved one can feel when you or a loved one experiences a car accident injury. We will look after you and your health, not just the situation; we will assist you during these unpleasant times and seek the justice and compensation you deserve. Book a free consultation now. 

Overview of Common Injuries in Car Accidents

During a car accident, injuries are mostly the rule since all the factors are implicated in the crash. Although an auto accident injury can result in a few bruises and some acute physical pain without any severe harm, the story might change, and the harm will become a serious concern for the victims. 

There are common injuries you or your loved one can experience after an auto accident, and an important step to follow after this life-changing event occurs is to find medical help immediately. A car accident injury is serious, and receiving medical assistance on time will prevent more health problems in the near future. 

We understand how devastating a car accident can be, and asking for 'car accident injury lawyers near me' is not an easy task. At Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, we provide compassionate support to the victims of these to help you on your path to financial recovery. We understand the harm can last years or even a lifetime; that's why our focus is on seeking justice for you and your loved ones. 

Car Accident Injury: Breakdown Of The Specific Ones

After you were involved as a victim in a car accident and received injuries, you must seek medical help as soon as possible. An auto accident can lead to different outcomes related to injuries. However, if you get hurt in a car wreck, you will see there are some common injuries you or your loved ones may experience during and in the aftermath of the event depending on these factors: 

• Use of seatbelts
• How the vehicle was hit (front, side, back) 
• Your position in the car (your seat)
• The speed of the at-fault driver was traveling 
• If the airbags deploy or not. 

It is hard to determine which injuries you or your loved ones will have after the car accident; however, you can expect to have some common car accident injuries that include almost every part of your body. Depending on the location of the injury, the harm is more or less severe and can even lead to a fatality. Here, you can check the most common injuries a victim can suffer from a car accident: 

Head and Brain Injuries

A head and brain injury is part of the worst car accident injuries you can have since they will be a threat to you or your loved one's life. The severity of having brain bleeds, concussions, hematoma, or even a cracked skull can result in difficulty speaking, breathing, walking, understanding what is happening or even death. It's a complex injury for all the problems it causes during and after the car accident.

Spinal Cord and Back Injuries

Another common car accident injury involves the spinal cord and the back. Note that an injury can result in any of the segments of the spinal cord or the back in a fatality for you or your loved one. The most critical situation is paralysis from the section and below or damage to the vital section of the cervical spine where the breathing reflex is controlled. 

Neck Injuries and Whiplash

If you have a neck injury or suffer from whiplash, you or your loved one will experience severe pain in all the muscles, ligaments, and tendons caused by the forces involved in the auto accident. In both cases, if you have a car accident injury that includes the neck, doctors are aware of the disk injury or the cervical dislocation and all the harm that can result from them. 

Internal Injuries

When you or your loved ones are involved in a car accident as a victim, the injuries are sometimes not visible, which makes it difficult for the doctor to see if you have a severe car accident injury. These injuries are complicated to treat and restore and can lead to a fatality quickly if you don't receive assistance as soon as possible. 

Fractures, Dislocations, and Crush Injuries

Broken bones and articulation damage are common in car accidents, and some of them can result in life-changing habits for you or your loved ones, for all the damage can carry. Fractures and dislocations lead to traumatic surgeons and treatments which last for several months, years, or even stay with you all your life. 

Burns, Scars, and Disfiguring Injuries

Burns and scars fall into the common car accident injury; some of them are superficial, but in other cases, they can become a risk to your life. Essentially, the burns and scars are simple to cure, but when they involve the face, they can result in disfiguring injuries. It's not a life or death situation; however, the psychological damage can be immeasurable. 

Psychological Impacts, Including PTSD

Not all the impact of a car accident injury is on your body; your psychological health will be impacted, causing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Having PTSD can alter your daily routine and trigger anxious states of mind, stopping you or your loved ones to continue living as it was before the accident. 

Why Understanding These Injuries Matters

The impact a car accident has on you or your loved ones can be unmeasurable due to all the factors that imply this life-changing event. We, as car accident injury lawyers, understand how difficult it can be to overcome all the problems the aftermath of the auto accident left. Although it might have seemed impossible to move on, our compromise with you to seek the compensation you deserve is unalterable. 

As a victim of this hideous situation, you are entitled to compensation. This compensation will be calculated depending on the harm caused to the at-fault driver. At Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, we firmly believe in justice and support you and your case to obtain the compensation you deserve by filing your claim promptly. 

The Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions explains that drivers are required to have proof of financial responsibility when they are operating a motor vehicle, which can be buying an auto insurance policy. Our state declares if you have a car accident injury from an auto accident, the minimum coverage is $25,000 for one person. This means you will expect compensation for your injuries, but you will also include other damage or losses to your claim, such as:

• Medical expenses
• Loss of wages
• Pain and suffering
• Earning capacity
• Wrongful death

Why Choose Our Firm for Your Car Accident Injury Case

At Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm, our compromise to assist you during these difficult times is essential. Our car accident injury lawyers have more than 15 years of expertise, which will result in a comprehensive and compassionate understanding of your case. 

We will hold your hand and help you during the complicated process of filing a claim. Our commitment as lawyers is to help you secure the maximum compensation possible to cover the damages caused and provide support to avoid the endless paperwork cycle. Preserve your peace, and book a free consultation with us now. 

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Truck Accident Lawyer in Phoenix | Semi + Commercial

Semi truck accidents involving commercial drivers can leave victims with serious injuries. Often, these trucks are far bigger than the vehicles they hit, and the drivers and passengers in those cars need substantial compensation.

Fortunately, Arizona law allows victims to go after the trucking company in many cases, potentially opening access to compensation an individual trucker might not be able to afford. Our attorneys can guide you through how much your case is worth and negotiate directly with defendants and their insurance companies. We can even take the case to court as needed.

For your free case review, call our truck accident lawyers at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm today at (480) 428-0816.

Who Do I Sue for Commercial Truck Accidents?

When you sue for a car crash, you typically sue the driver who caused the accident. Their insurance then steps in to cover damages. However, since commercial drivers often have an employer, you can sue them in their place.

Employers can be made to answer for their employees' on-the-job accidents if the following conditions are met:

• The driver was an employee, not an independent contractor (contractors are considered self-employed).
• The driver was working within the scope of their job when they caused the crash.
• The driver caused the crash through their negligence.

Trucking companies can also be held liable for their own errors, such as

• Violating trucking regulations
• Putting dangerous vehicles on the road, and
• Putting dangerous drivers behind the wheel.

Injuries from Semi Truck Accidents

Semi-trailer trucks, a.k.a. commercial trucks, 18-wheelers, or semi trucks, are some of the largest vehicles on the road. Because of this, they often cause serious injuries that leave victims with ongoing medical care needs, disabilities, and potentially lifelong pain and suffering.

Common injuries you can sue commercial truckers and trucking companies for include the following:

• Whiplash
• Broken bones
• Head and brain injuries
• Back and neck injuries, including paralysis and other spinal cord injury claims
• Amputation.

Ultimately, any injury you face in the accident can be held against the trucking company if they were legally responsible.

Damages in a Truck Accident Case

Because these injuries are often quite severe, there are three major areas of economic damages we are usually looking at, plus pain and suffering (one type of non-economic damages):

Medical Bills

Caring for your injuries can be expensive. However, the at-fault driver should be made to pay for all of the care needed, from X-rays to surgeries to physical therapy, and more.

This also includes the cost of ongoing care needs, check-ups, and mental health care to treat symptoms like PTSD.

Lost Earnings

If you miss any work because of your injury, you should be reimbursed for your lost wages. Many victims, however, face ongoing lost wages as their disabilities keep them from full-capacity work.

If you stand to make less money throughout the rest of your life because of this injury, or you can no longer work at all, these damages will be essential to keeping yourself and your family cared for going forward.

Vehicle Damage

While our primary concern is your injuries, many truck accidents "total" the cars involved. We can fight to help you get your vehicle's replacement paid for up to the full remaining value in your damaged car, or else cover all necessary repairs.

Pain and Suffering

Injuries cause more than monetary harms. You face physical pain, mental suffering, emotional distress, and more. These damages can all be compensated, even though there is no set value for them.

FAQs for Truck Accident Claims in Arizona

Can You Sue Trucking Companies, Amazon, Wal-Mart, Etc.?

Depending on the company, you may be able to sue the delivery/transportation company alongside their driver. However, it is difficult to sue companies when independent contractors are behind the wheel; you usually need them to be an employee.

Companies like Amazon often hire workers as independent contractors rather than employees, but truckers might still work for a third-party trucking company instead of being self-employed. In any case, all drivers need insurance, so there should be money to cover the damages regardless.

What Does Insurance Cover?

In Arizona, the at-fault driver's policy covers the damages. This often means the trucker's or the trucking company's policy should pay for all damages involved, including both economic and non-economic damages.

However, your policy might also have some coverages that can help, from medical payment coverage to collision coverage for your vehicle damage.

What Should I Do After an Accident?

After a crash, take the following steps:

• Call 911 immediately and request police and an ambulance.
• Collect evidence at the scene, such as the names and contact info of everyone involved, the driver's employer info, vehicle info, and photos of the accident damage.
• Get all medical care you need.
• Call a lawyer.

Do not give your opinion or speculate about what happened; just stick to the facts when explaining the crash to the officer. Do not talk to insurance, do not apologize, and call a lawyer before signing anything.

When Will I Get Payment?

Insurance negotiations can take some time because the insurance company has to investigate what happened before they can agree to pay you. This could take a few weeks to a few months, even in simple cases.

If they refuse to pay a fair amount at that stage, the case can take 1-2 years or even more before it gets to a jury trial. Payment is typically issued around 30 days after trial.

How Do I Pay for My Lawyer?

After an injury, you are already dealing with enough by way of expenses and bills. Our lawyers typically take our fee out of the winnings in your case. This way, it is less of a burden, you can always afford counsel, and we do not get paid unless you do.

Call Our Truck Accident Attorneys in Phoenix Today

Call (480) 428-0816 for a free case review with the semi truck accident attorneys at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm.

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Bicycle Accident Lawyer in Phoenix

Bikes are a popular way to get around town, second only to automobiles. Unfortunately, bike riders may be at risk when negligent drivers are on the road. If you are injured in a collision while riding your bicycle, talk to a lawyer about how you can get compensation.

Many bicycle accidents are the result of negligent drivers rather than clumsy bike riders. If a bike rider is injured, they may file an auto insurance claim even though they were driving a vehicle. If at least one vehicle is involved, your accident may be considered a "car accident" for insurance purposes. You can also take advantage of other insurance policies, like health insurance, to cover all your damages. If you still have unpaid expenses, an attorney can help you sue the driver who hit you.

Talk to our bicycle accident attorneys about how you can get fair financial compensation by calling the Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm at (480) 428-0816.

Can I File an Insurance Claim for a Bike Accident in Phoenix?

Yes. If you are struck by a vehicle while riding your bicycle, you may be eligible to file an auto insurance claim.

Auto Insurance

If at least one vehicle is involved in your bicycle accident, it may be considered a car accident, at least for insurance purposes. Since Arizona auto insurance follows a fault-based system, you may file a third-party claim with the driver's liability insurance. As such, you must get the driver's name and insurance details at the scene of the accident or shortly after.

Health Insurance

Insurance is tricky, and the other driver's auto insurance might not cover everything. You may file a claim with your own health insurance if you have any. Often, both the driver's auto insurance and your health insurance will come into play, but not at the same time.

Often, your health insurance pays first, so you can get care quickly. The at-fault driver's liability coverage may then reimburse your health care insurance provider. An attorney can help you coordinate benefits.

What if Insurance is Not Enough?

If insurance does not cover everything, or your claims are reduced or denied by the insurance company, a lawyer can help you file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver. While this can be challenging and time-consuming, it may be worthwhile, as greater damages are often available in a lawsuit, as long as you can prove them.

How Do I Sue for Damages After a Bicycle Accident?

To sue for damages, an attorney can help you evaluate your claims, file a complaint, and take your case to court.

Identify the Defendant

In bike accident cases, the defendant may be obvious. The driver of the car that struck you is likely responsible for the accident and should be named as the defendant in your lawsuit. However, do not rule out all other possible defendants until you have spoken to a lawyer.

Determine How the Accident Occurred

Next, our bicycle accident attorneys must determine how the accident happened. Knowing this information will help us determine where to find evidence and how to use it to prove the defendant's liability in the courtroom.

Evaluate Your Damages

If damages are mistakenly left out of the complaint or are undervalued, you may lose out on valuable compensation that you rightly deserve. While it might be possible to amend your complaint later to include missing damages, this is not always easy or possible.

FAQs About Bicycle Accident Lawsuits in Phoenix

How Do Bike Accidents Usually Happen?

Many bike accidents happen in places where bike riders and vehicles are in close proximity. Often, drivers swerve into bike lanes or fail to pay enough attention to bike riders, resulting in crashes.

Who is Responsible for a Bicycle Accident in Phoenix?

In many cases, drivers are responsible for bike accidents. Although drivers are required to treat bikes as they would any other vehicle, they often do not. Instead, bike riders are seen as nuisances when they should be given the same respect as drivers.

Can I File an Insurance Claim for Injuries from a Bicycle Accident?

Yes. If you were struck by a vehicle while riding your bike, you may be able to file an auto insurance claim. Since at least one vehicle is involved, your accident may be considered a car accident, at least for insurance purposes.

Can I Sue for Damages Related to a Bike Crash?

Yes. Once you exhaust your insurance options, whatever they are, you can sue for damages if you have not received adequate or fair compensation. Your case likely involves personal injury claims, and you should speak with an attorney with experience handling similar cases.

What Damages Can I Claim in a Bike Accident Lawsuit in Phoenix?

You may claim various economic and non-economic damages. Common examples of economic damages include medical costs, the cost of a new bike, and the value of income you lose from being unable to work while you recover. Non-economic damages may include pain, suffering, distress, humiliation, and other painful experiences that may not be proven solely by evidence of cost.

What Type of Evidence is Required for a Bike Accident Case?

Evidence will vary based on what is available and what you seek to prove in court or an insurance claim. Some common pieces of evidence include, but may not be limited to, photos and videos of the accident scene, witness testimony, your medical records regarding injuries, and evidence of signage or traffic signals in the area.

What if the Driver Who Hit Me on My Bike Fled the Scene?

Sometimes, drivers run from accident scenes before they can be identified. If this happens, you may have trouble filing an insurance claim or a lawsuit, as you might have no idea who the driver is. Call the police immediately. They may investigate, find the driver, and possibly arrest them on criminal charges.

Can I Sue if I Was in a Bike Accident While Not Wearing a Helmet?

Yes. Even if you were not wearing a helmet, you may still sue for damages. However, your damages may be reduced if your lack of a helmet contributed to your injuries or made them more serious than they otherwise would have been.

Can a Bike Rider Be Blamed for an Accident with a Car?

While it is possible for a bike rider to somehow be at fault for an accident involving a car, it tends to be less likely. If a driver strikes you, there is a strong chance that they are somehow negligent. Even if you were also negligent, the driver's negligence may outweigh your own.

Should I Call the Police to Report a Bicycle Accident?

Yes. You might have serious injuries, and the police can render emergency aid until an ambulance arrives. They can also make sure the drivers and witnesses remain at the scene until they can speak to everyone and get an idea of what happened.

Contact Our Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Phoenix for Help Now

Talk to our bicycle accident attorneys about how you can get fair financial compensation by calling the Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm at (480) 428-0816.