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Phoenix Personal Injury Attorney for Valley Injury Claims
A Phoenix personal injury claim is a civil case seeking compensation when another person's carelessness causes harm. Arizona law sets a two-year filing deadline for most private injury lawsuits under A.R.S. § 12-542, and it reduces damages by each party's share of fault under A.R.S. § 12-2505. Eashoo Law, PC has a Phoenix office at 4742 N 24th St., Suite 300, and helps injured people understand those rules, gather evidence and pursue a claim against the people and companies responsible.
We offer a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not pay attorney fees up front. The firm is paid a fee only if it recovers compensation for you.
What Makes Phoenix Injury Cases Distinct
Freeways that never really sleep. Phoenix sits at the center of Maricopa County's freeway network: Interstate 10, Interstate 17, State Route 51 (Piestewa Freeway), Loop 101 and Loop 202. According to the Maricopa Association of Governments, the MAG region alone includes roughly 425 miles of freeway, with I-10 accounting for about 114 of those miles. Merging traffic, construction zones and sudden slowdowns on those corridors are a daily part of Valley driving.
Sky Harbor and visitor traffic. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport concentrates rental cars, rideshare pickups, hotel shuttles and freight near downtown and the east Valley. Crashes involving out-of-town drivers, commercial vans and rideshare vehicles often require coverage analysis across more than one policy.
Who investigates. Inside Phoenix city limits, surface-street collisions are generally handled by the Phoenix Police Department. Serious and fatal crashes are investigated by the department's Vehicular Crimes Unit. Collisions on interstate highways and freeways are investigated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety; the unit's public page directs freeway questions to DPS at 602-223-2000.
Local crash numbers. ADOT's 2024 Arizona Motor Vehicle Crash Facts (Table 2-5) reports that Phoenix recorded 37,472 total crashes in 2024, including 265 fatal crashes and 10,449 injury crashes. Those crashes killed 278 people and injured 15,057. Alcohol-related crashes in the city numbered 1,351, with 95 people killed and 822 injured. Statewide, ADOT recorded 121,107 crashes, 1,228 fatalities and 54,426 injuries in 2024.
Trauma care and the courthouse. Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, at 1111 E McDowell Road, operates a Level I Trauma Center certified by the American College of Surgeons and treats life-threatening injuries from Valley crashes. Civil injury lawsuits filed in Maricopa County are generally handled through the Maricopa County Superior Court system; the Clerk of the Superior Court accepts civil filings at the downtown Phoenix complex at 201 W. Jefferson Street.
Injury Cases We Handle in Phoenix
Eashoo Law, PC's personal injury practice covers a wide range of Valley claims. Dedicated Phoenix pages for the four practice areas below are part of this review package:
What to Do After an Accident in Phoenix
The steps you take in the first hours and days after an injury can protect both your health and your claim.
1. Get to safety and call for help
Call 911 if anyone is hurt. Stay clear of moving traffic when you can. Note whether Phoenix police or Arizona DPS responded; that determines where you later request the crash report.
2. Seek medical care promptly
Concussions, internal injuries and soft-tissue damage may not fully appear at the scene. Prompt evaluation creates a medical record that connects your injuries to the crash or incident.
3. Document the scene and your losses
Photograph vehicles, roadway conditions, skid marks, hazards and visible injuries. Collect names and contact information for witnesses and other parties. Keep medical bills, explanation-of-benefits statements, pay stubs and notes about missed work.
4. Request the official report
If Phoenix police responded, request the traffic crash report through the City of Phoenix Police Public Records and Services Bureau. For freeway crashes investigated by DPS, request the report from the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
5. Be careful with insurers
Adjusters may ask for a recorded statement or offer a quick settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries. Signing a release generally ends the claim. Consider speaking with a personal injury attorney before you give a statement or accept an offer.
Arizona Personal Injury Law: Key Rules
Two-year filing deadline: Most private personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits must be filed within two years after the cause of action accrues (A.R.S. § 12-542)
Pure comparative fault: Your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault; the claim is not automatically barred (A.R.S. § 12-2505)
180-day notice of claim: Claims against a public entity, public school or public employee generally require a written notice of claim within 180 days (A.R.S. § 12-821.01)
One-year public-entity suit deadline: Lawsuits against a public entity or public employee must generally be filed within one year (A.R.S. § 12-821)
Minimum auto liability: Policies issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2020 generally must provide at least 25/50/15 liability limits (A.R.S. § 28-4009)
Best for: Using this list as a starting checklist with counsel — deadlines and exceptions depend on the defendant, the injury date and the facts of accrual.
Pure comparative fault in plain terms
Under A.R.S. § 12-2505, contributory negligence and assumption of risk are questions for the fact-finder. If either defense applies, the claim is not barred; full damages are reduced in proportion to the claimant's fault that proximately caused the injury or death. There is no comparative-negligence right for a claimant who intentionally, willfully or wantonly caused or contributed to the injury or wrongful death.
Public-entity claims move on a shorter clock
If a city vehicle, a public bus, a dangerous condition on public property or another public employee is involved, A.R.S. § 12-821.01 generally requires a notice of claim within 180 days after accrual. The notice must include facts explaining the basis for liability and a specific amount for which the claim can be settled, with facts supporting that amount. A late notice is barred. The lawsuit itself must generally be filed within one year under A.R.S. § 12-821.
How a Phoenix Injury Claim Typically Moves Forward
Consultation. We listen, review documents and explain whether the facts support a claim under Arizona law.
Investigation. We gather police or DPS reports, photographs, witness accounts, medical records and, when available, video.
Treatment documentation. While you focus on recovery, we collect bills, records and proof of wage loss.
Demand and negotiation. We present insurers with a demand supported by evidence of fault and damages.
Litigation if needed. If the insurer will not resolve the claim fairly, we can file suit in the appropriate court before the deadline runs.
"A law firm should not only provide exceptional legal counsel to its clients, but must truly care about its clients and not back down from their opponent."
— James Eashoo, Founder, Eashoo Law, PC
Phoenix Personal Injury FAQs
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In most private cases, two years from the date the cause of action accrues under A.R.S. § 12-542. Claims against a public entity or public employee generally require a 180-day notice of claim and a one-year deadline to file suit.
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Often yes. Arizona's pure comparative fault rule under A.R.S. § 12-2505 reduces damages by your percentage of fault rather than barring the claim, except where the claimant acted intentionally, willfully or wantonly.
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Freeway and interstate collisions are generally investigated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Surface-street crashes inside Phoenix city limits are generally handled by Phoenix Police, including the Vehicular Crimes Unit for serious and fatal cases.
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Most serious civil injury cases are filed in Maricopa County Superior Court. The Clerk of the Superior Court accepts civil filings at the downtown Phoenix court complex.
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The consultation is free. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not pay attorney fees up front. The firm is paid a fee only if it recovers compensation for you.
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Not every crash requires an attorney. If you were injured, have ongoing treatment, face a disputed claim or feel pressured by an insurer, a free consultation can help you understand options before you accept a settlement.
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Public-entity claims follow shorter deadlines. A written notice of claim is generally due within 180 days, and the lawsuit must usually be filed within one year. Contact counsel promptly so those dates can be calendared.
How Eashoo Law Helps Injured People in Phoenix
Eashoo Law, PC is a full-service law firm serving California and Arizona, founded by attorney James Eashoo, who is admitted to practice in Arizona. When you contact our Phoenix office, we will:
Listen to what happened and review your situation during a free consultation
Investigate the accident, including police reports, photos, witness statements and medical records
Identify deadlines that apply to your claim, including any notice-of-claim requirements
Handle communication with insurance companies so you can focus on your recovery
Document your losses, which can include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and emotional distress
Negotiate on your behalf and, if necessary, take your case to court
You can learn more about our attorneys on our firm page. We also help people injured elsewhere in the Valley, including our Scottsdale personal injury clients.
Nearby: Glendale, Scottsdale
Talk to a Phoenix Personal Injury Attorney
If you were injured in Phoenix or elsewhere in the Valley, contact Eashoo Law, PC for a free consultation.
Eashoo Law, PC – Phoenix Office
4742 N 24th St., Suite 300
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: (928) 732-8000
Toll-free: (877) 800-3826
Email: contact@eashoolaw.com
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The information on this page is for general information purposes only and is not legal advice. Contacting Eashoo Law does not create an attorney-client relationship. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
