Most fatal accidents are preventable and caused by the negligence of another. The unforeseen loss of a loved one leaves a devastating void for surviving family members, along with the added burden of mounting medical bills, paying for the funeral and other burial expenses.
At Phillips Law Group, we have helped many grieving families seek justice and compensation after losing their loved ones. In just under 30 years, our firm has successfully recovered over $1 billion in compensation for our clients. Some recoveries include $4.5 million for a family who lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash and $3.1 million for the family of a motorist involved in a fatal accident. Founder Jeffrey Phillips is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association ”“ Top 100 and has recovered verdicts in several Arizona counties.
Call to schedule a free consultation with a Kingman or Lake Havasu City wrongful death attorney to see if you are eligible to file a wrongful death claim. There are no upfront fees. If you win nothing, we get nothing.
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Arizona defines a wrongful death as one caused by a wrongful act, neglect or default. A wrongful death claim can proceed to court if a loved one’s death was the result of the negligent conduct of another person or if the deceased person would have been able to file a personal injury claim if still alive.
Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death include:
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Only certain individuals are eligible to file a wrongful death claim under state law. This includes the deceased person’s surving:
In the event the deceased person is a minor under the age of 18, the minor’s parents or the minor’s legal guardians may be able to file a wrongful death claim on his or her behalf.
Every wrongful death case is unique. In Arizona, damages in these cases are expressed in the form of financial or monetary losses.
There are generally two categories of damages available in a wrongful death case:
Damages are typically paid to the deceased person’s estate for losses inflicted by the death, such as:
These damages are typically paid to surviving family members due to their loved one’s death, such as:
When damages are awarded to families, each member must decide how to divide the damages amongst themselves. Should they disagree, the court may order the damages to be appointed in a certain way, however, this decision is legally binding and cannot be changed.
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Arizona places a limit on the amount of time a surviving family member or personal representative of the estate has to pursue legal action for a wrongful death. If a wrongful death claim is not filed within this time limit, the court will likely dismiss your case and you will be unable to recover any compensation.
Wrongful death cases must generally be filed within two years from the date of the decedent’s death. It is important to follow the deadline that applies to your particular situation to help protect your legal rights.
To build a strong wrongful death case, the experienced Lake Havasu City wrongful death lawyers at Phillips Law Group are prepared to conduct a detailed investigation into the incident. Unlike the insurance company, we have your best interests in mind and are willing to seek a just and fair settlement.
Doing so, however, requires certain pieces of evidence to help prove that the other party’s negligence resulted in your loved one’s death. Some of the evidence we can help you obtain includes:
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After the unexpected loss of a loved one caused by negligence, having legal representation on your side can be an important part of the recovery process.
Our lawyers are prepared to review your claim and answer any questions you may have about the wrongful death legal process during a free and confidential consultation. We are available to take your call or chat online 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
We accept wrongful death cases on contingency. We do not get paid unless we help you recover compensation.
Contact our firm at 602-222-222 or fill out our free online form.
