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If you or a loved one has been seriously injured because of someone else’s negligence, you might be able to get compensation through a personal injury claim. Hiring a Phoenix personal injury lawyer can help you hold the responsible party accountable, handle negotiations with insurance companies, and get the superior representation you need.
Shapiro Law Team can help you get the compensation you deserve. Call (480) 568-6142 to request a free consultation. If we don’t win, you don’t pay.
David Shapiro is a dedicated personal injury lawyer passionate about helping people. He is a licensed trial attorney in Phoenix, which means he can represent you in court for maximum compensation. He and his associates work on a contingency fee basis, so you won’t have to pay anything unless we win your case.
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The truth is that most personal injury victims do not have the resources or legal expertise necessary to obtain maximum compensation in the aftermath of a personal injury accident. Shapiro Law Team weathers the storm so you don’t have to. A personal injury lawyer at Shapiro Law Team will:
With decades of experience, the Phoenix personal injury lawyers at Shapiro Law Team have the expertise to handle a wide range of cases. Our firm has a track record of taking on formidable defendants, including insurance corporations, Fortune 500 companies, and government entities. We are experts in handling:
One of the first steps you should take is filing an insurance claim. However, insurance companies may not always act in good faith and could take advantage of claimants. Follow these steps to protect yourself from saying or doing the wrong things:
The first offer from an insurer is often much lower than the actual value of the claim. Rather than settling for a lowball amount, hire an attorney for legal advice and to help you negotiate for a better outcome. An insurance carrier will take you more seriously when you hire a lawyer to do your negotiating for you. A lawyer will provide confidence and peace of mind regarding your case so you can focus on recovering.
Your right to bring a cause of action against someone after an injury often depends on whether you or your attorney can prove negligence. You will need four main elements to bring a case based on negligence in Arizona:
You may not need all four elements. A dog bite claim, for example, only asks that you show the defendant was the pet’s owner or controller and that you suffered injuries from the dog attack. You will not need to prove negligence to receive compensation in this case.
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The value of a personal injury claim depends on several key factors. The first is the severity of the victim’s injuries. In general, if you or a loved one has serious injuries, you will receive greater compensation for your damages than for minor cuts and bruises. Other factors include age, income, the circumstances of the case, and the actions of the defendant.
We fight for the following compensation:
If you are curious about how much your personal injury case could be worth, request a free case evaluation.
Many victims are hesitant to speak to an attorney because they are afraid they will not be able to afford one. The reality is that most skilled and experienced Phoenix personal injury lawyers take these cases on a contingency fee basis—including Shapiro Law Team. This means that an attorney will not charge the injury victim any upfront or out-of-pocket costs for their case.
The injury victim will pay no legal fees until after their attorney wins. This type of arrangement is beneficial for injury victims because it allows even those with limited resources to hold negligent parties accountable.
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Arizona places a limitation on the amount of time you have to file a personal injury case. The Arizona personal injury statute of limitations is two years from the date the injury occurred. This means that injury victims have a two-year window with which to file a lawsuit against the alleged negligent party.
If an injury victim fails to file a lawsuit within this time frame, they will lose the ability to recover any compensation for their losses.
The time frame to file an injury claim against a state, city, or county government in Arizona is shorter. For these cases, a claim must be filed within 180 days after the injury occurs. A lawsuit must be filed within one year from the day the injury occurred.
These statutory deadlines have nothing to do with any requirements set forth by insurance carriers. Generally, if an insurance carrier is involved, they will have separate reporting deadlines that fall very soon after an injury occurs. Most carriers require that the injury be reported within days after the incident occurs, or the carrier could delay or deny a claim.
Arizona uses a fault-based system in the aftermath of car accidents. This means that a person injured in a vehicle accident has the option to resolve the claim through an insurance settlement or go to court to prove the fault of the other driver in an effort to seek damages.
Drivers in Arizona must all have basic auto insurance coverage minimums.
Arizona operates under a strict liability system when it comes to dog bite incidents. This means that a dog’s owner can be held liable for any injuries caused by their dog biting somebody, regardless of whether or not the animal has bitten anybody before.
One factor that can affect the total amount of compensation a person receives is whether or not they were responsible for their injuries in any way.
Contrary to popular belief, an injury victim can still receive compensation even if they are partially at fault. Arizona operates under what is called a Pure Comparative Negligence system. This allows injury victims to receive compensation even if they are up to 99% at fault for their own injuries.
Suppose George is struck by another driver and sustains $100,000 worth of injury and damage expenses. However, if a jury determines that George was 20% at fault for the incident because he had malfunctioning brake lights, then he will receive a reduced compensation amount. In this case, George would receive $80,000 instead of the full $100,000.
In some states, there are limitations on the amount of compensation that can be awarded in a personal injury claim. These limitations are called caps. In Arizona, there are no caps on personal injury cases. In fact, damage caps are prohibited by Article 2, Section 31 of the state constitution.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to the carelessness or negligence of another, then you need to call Shapiro Law Team. We can help you make a determination as to whether or not you have a viable claim. We also want you to ask yourself the following questions upon calling:
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you likely have a personal injury case. One of our attorneys will conduct a preliminary review of your case and work with you to determine the best steps forward. The most important thing to remember is that you do not have to make this decision by yourself.
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If you think you have a viable personal injury case, then you have no time to waste. We are dedicated to providing top-notch representation to all victims, ensuring they achieve the best possible outcomes. With a proven track record of success, we have consistently helped victims recover fair compensation.
Call Shapiro Law Team at (480) 568-6142 to schedule a free confidential consultation.