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Every year in Arizona, over 1,000 people die from car accidents. That amounts to approximately 3 people per day. Dealing with a fatality after a car accident is incredibly difficult. It can be overwhelming for the surviving family to deal with this loss, and they may feel incredible emotional strain. While we hope that no one ever has to deal with losing a loved one to a car accident, we know that it is something that happens. When it does, we can help.
The top injury attorneys at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm near you have more than 15 years of experience in helping clients who have lost a loved one in a fatal car accident. Our offices are conveniently located in nearby Chandler, Peoria, and North Phoenix, and we can meet in-person or over the phone or video call. You can contact us for a free consultation, or read on to find out more.
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In Arizona, “Wrongful Death” is the legal term that is applied when a person who reasonably should not have died passes away. It is likely that if your loved one was killed in a car accident, their death is considered wrongful death.
In Arizona, only certain people can file a wrongful death claim. They must be:
If none of these conditions apply, a wrongful death lawsuit can also be filed on behalf of the deceased’s estate.
A wrongful death settlement is an amount of money awarded to surviving family members following the fatality of a family member. This is paid out by the insurance of the sued party, either following an out of court settlement or a verdict in court. Once damages are awarded, the surviving family members can divide the compensation among themselves.
If you’re looking to file a wrongful death on behalf of your loved one you have up to two years from the date they die to file a claim with a wrongful death attorney.
A specialized attorney will work out the total financial compensation that each unique wrongful death case deserves based on a few different factors.
Are income taxes paid on wrongful death settlements?
Can I handle my relative’s wrongful death settlement on my own?
Can I claim pain and suffering if my loved one suffered a fatality in a car crash?
What does pain and suffering mean for my wrongful death case?
What if my family member was killed in a DUI case?
How do I know if I have a case for my relative’s fatal car crash?
My family member was killed in a car accident. What can I expect?
Are at-fault drivers punished for killing people in a car accident?
At Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm near you, we have more than 15 years of experience helping clients obtain compensation for their loved ones who passed away in a fatal car accident. When you’re ready to talk, please contact our office to arrange a free initial consultation by phone or at our Chandler office, conveniently located in your area.
If you need medical treatment after a car accident contact Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm near you in nearby Chandler, AZ to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney. We provide personal injury legal services to clients in your area including Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Peoria.
North Phoenix Office
2550 W. Union Hills Drive, Suite 350
Phoenix, AZ 85027
We help injury victims across Greater Phoenix get the legal support they need, including in Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Tempe, Queen Creek, Glendale, and Peoria.