Injured in a collision? We fight insurance companies to get you maximum compensation.
Phoenix experiences approximately 105 car accidents every single day. If you've been injured in a collision, you're facing medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and insurance companies that want to pay you as little as possible.
At Shapiro Injury Law, we've spent 25+ years fighting for Phoenix car accident victims. We know how insurance companies operate, and we know how to maximize your compensation.
Arizona law allows car accident victims to recover damages for:
While every case is unique, Arizona car accident settlements typically range from $15,000 to $150,000+ depending on injury severity. Serious injuries involving surgery, permanent disability, or wrongful death can result in settlements exceeding $1 million.
Our attorneys have handled cases on Phoenix's most dangerous roadways:
Arizona law gives you 2 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, you lose your right to compensation forever. Don't wait—contact us today for a free consultation.
If your car accident involved a government vehicle or employee (city bus, police car, state vehicle, school district, etc.), Arizona has much stricter deadlines under A.R.S. § 12-821.01:
1. Notice of Claim: 180 Days
You must file a written Notice of Claim with the government entity within 180 days of the accident. This notice must include specific facts, a dollar amount, and supporting documentation. Missing this deadline bars your claim entirely.
2. Lawsuit Filing: 1 Year
After filing the Notice of Claim, you have only 1 year from the accident date to file a lawsuit (not 2 years like private party cases). The government has 60 days to respond to your notice.
Example: If you were hit by a Phoenix city bus on January 1st, you must file your Notice of Claim by June 30th (180 days) and file a lawsuit by January 1st of the following year (1 year total).
Government entities include: State of Arizona, counties, cities, towns, school districts, police departments, fire departments, transit authorities, and their employees acting in official capacity.
Arizona courts strictly enforce these deadlines. If you were involved in an accident with a government vehicle or employee, contact us immediately—we'll ensure all notices are filed correctly and on time.
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis (typically 33-40% of your settlement). You only pay if we win your case.
Most cases settle in 6-12 months. Simple cases may resolve in 3-6 months, while complex cases with serious injuries can take 1-2 years.
Arizona follows "comparative negligence" law. You can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault (e.g., if you were 20% at fault, you recover 80% of damages).
No. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts. Anything you say can be used against you. Let us handle all communication with insurance companies.
Don't let insurance companies take advantage of you. Call now for a free consultation.