Wrongful deaths can result from vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, property accidents, and so much more. In these situations, surviving family members can hire an Arizona wrongful death attorney to hold negligent parties liable. At Bighorn Law, an Arizona personal injury lawyer serves as your ally and is committed to your protection.
Why Choose Us at Bighorn Law?
When you schedule a consultation to learn more about our firm, we walk you through who we are and what we can do for you. This includes:
- Remaining accessible to our clients
- Providing regular updates throughout the claim process
- Extensive experience that allows us to secure favorable results
- The ability to navigate complex cases
- Following through on what we say we will do
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Arizona?
According to A.R.S. 12-612, only a surviving spouse, child, parent, guardian, or representative can initiate a wrongful death claim. The order of next of kin is important, as it identifies the decedent’s closest relative who can take legal action. Wrongful death claims are designed to provide for the losses surviving family members suffer after the decedent’s sudden death, and settlements are for their benefit.
What Types of Damages Can I Recover?
When a wrongful death accident occurs, families lose more than their loved one. These types of accidents result in various expenses that can cause further losses and suffering. Bighorn Law can build a strong case that effectively communicates what you need to recover and tirelessly negotiate damages that provide for what you’ve lost.
Through a settlement, you can typically recover the cost of the decedent’s end-of-life medical care and the financial income they contributed to your family. You may also be able to recover expenses for your family member’s funeral and burial.
Additionally, damages can help offset the loss of companionship and services your loved one provided to your family. Your pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and lessened quality of life can deeply affect your daily life, and you can hold at-fault parties accountable for these losses as well.
How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Arizona?
Thinking about the future can be overwhelming after the death of a family member. However, it is important to keep track of how much time has passed since their death because there is a limited amount of time to pursue a legal claim.
According to A.R.S. 12-542, a wrongful death claim must be filed two years from the date the individual died from their injuries. This could be the same date as when the accident occurred, or it can happen later if they succumb to their injuries.
We recommend reaching out to a lawyer as soon as possible so you do not lose valuable time to navigate your case. Evidence can also lose some of its effectiveness as time passes, so acting early can preserve the quality of your documentation and help you settle your case more quickly.
Call Our Arizona Wrongful Death Attorneys Today
Losing a loved one is a tragic loss that can affect your whole life. Bighorn Law helps ease your pain after a family member’s wrongful death by advocating for you and your rights. Our team is thorough in everything we do so we can provide exceptional service. Our firm is ready to help you when you contact us and schedule a free consultation with our attorneys.