When a loved one dies due to another’s negligence, Arizona law allows family members to pursue compensation for damages caused by this unexpected loss.
The dedicated personal injury team at Phillips Law Group has been protecting the rights of injury victims and their families for decades. Our firm has recovered more than $1 billion in compensation for more than 155,000 clients. We have recovered millions in wrongful death cases, including awards for $4.5 million and $3.4 million for the families of victims who died in fatal motorcycle accidents and a $4 million award to the family of a victim who died in a car crash caused by a defective tire.
Our founder –Jeffrey Phillips– is an award-winning trial lawyer who has served as lead counsel in more than 40 jury trials. He has obtained verdicts throughout Arizona, including in Cococino County, Pima County, Pinal County, Gila County and other counties.
Our Flagstaff wrongful death lawyers are available to discuss your claim during a free consultation. There are no upfront fees for our services.
Call 1-800-706-3000 to set up your free, no-obligation case review.
Most wrongful death cases are filed on grounds of negligence. To establish negligence, you must prove the following four legal elements:
Proving these elements can be a challenging task and it is in your best interest to discuss your claim with an experienced Flagstaff wrongful death lawyer. Complete the “Free Case Evaluation” form on this page to get in touch with a representative from our legal team.
In Arizona, there are a variety of people who may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit, including the following:
There may be various types of accidents that give rise to a wrongful death lawsuit, including the following:
If you have lost a family member due to the actions of another person, holding negligent parties accountable for their actions can be an important part of the grieving process.
At Phillips Law Group, our wrongful death attorneys offer a consultation to review the details of the incident and provide advice regarding a wrongful death lawsuit. The initial consultation is free, there are no upfront fees if you hire us and we only get paid when we obtain a recovery on your behalf.
The potential value of your claim depends on many factors, including the conduct of the at-fault party and the losses that you can establish. Every case is different, so it is important to get an estimate of the potential value of your claim from an experienced lawyer by scheduling a free consultation.
Damages are the losses that you sustained due to the death of your loved one. These are typically divided into two categories:
Direct losses are those costs that are tied to a specific monetary loss and that can be quantified. These losses include:
Losing a loved one can be devastating and lead to severe emotional distress. These damages are less tangible and more difficult to quantify. Nonetheless, surviving family members may be able to receive compensation for these losses, including loss of companionship, loss of consortium and mental anguish.
Under state law, compensation cannot be used to settle debts of the deceased, unless the case is being filed for relatives of the estate.
Generally, wrongful death compensation is not taxable, but you can learn more about this by reviewing this IRS publication.
The deadline to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Arizona is two years from the date of the victim’s death. However, there may be some instances when the deadline may be sooner or later. For example, if the government was responsible for your loved one’s death, you may have to file a notice of claim within 180 days.
Because this issue can affect whether you will be able to file a claim or not, it is important that you consult with a knowledgeable wrongful death lawyer who can determine the deadline that applies to your claim.
The litigation process is complex and requires a tremendous amount of work to establish your right to recovery. Grieving families often do not have the time or resources to thoroughly investigate a claim and build solid legal arguments to prove their case.
At Phillips Law Group, we devote our time and resources to establish our clients’ grounds for financial recovery. We also handle communications with the insurance companies and prepare for trial if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation.
After losing a loved one in a tragic accident, protecting your best interests by hiring a skilled wrongful death lawyer can be an important part of the healing process for many families.
At Phillips Law Group, our dedicated team is prepared to aggressively pursue full compensation for damages. In a free consultation, we can review the specific details of the incident and determine if there are grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim. We have represented more than 155,000 clients and obtained more than $1 billion in total compensation.
We welcome the opportunity to assess the merits of your claim during a free consultation and charge no upfront fees if you hire us.
To speak to a wrongful death lawyer at our firm today, call 1-800-706-3000 or complete theFree Case Evaluation formon this page, and we will be in contact with you shortly.