Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer

A Certified Specialist in Personal Injury & Wrongful Death Law: Focusing on You

At the store, on the road, at home: an accident can happen anywhere, any time. When someone else is responsible, you deserve compensation for your losses. We’re Zachar Law Firm, P.C., and we’re here to help. 

Why Go with Zachar for Your Phoenix Personal Injury Needs?

Experience You Can Trust 

With nearly 25 years of experience in Phoenix civil litigation, we’ve secured key results for our clients when they need it most. Whether you’ve been involved in a car accident or lost a loved one due to the negligence of another, we come backed by the experience you need. 

Hometown Connection

We’re proud to call Phoenix and Arizona home. Our founding attorney is a graduate of University of Arizona Law. Our professional knowledge of the legal landscape here in Phoenix is unmatched and underscores a deep commitment to the community we serve. 

Top-Rated Attorneys, World-Class Service 

Less than 2 percent of Arizona attorneys are board-certified in personal injury and wrongful death law—one of the many credential accolades and recognitions that set us apart. Come find out why we’ve been given an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, as well as a Super Lawyers Recognition for 13 years running. 

What Can a Personal Injury Lawyer Do for You?

Getting compensated for your injuries is never easy. In fact, it may very well be the fight of your life. Before you accept a settlement from an insurance company or resign yourself to the fact that you can’t win, let an attorney from our firm review your case. We’re prepared to fight for you every step of the way. 

Investigate Your Case

When you’ve been involved in an accident, it can be difficult to know where to begin. In the blink of an eye, your life can change forever. Even if you feel someone else is responsible, it can be a struggle to identify your next step. That’s why we help you get to the bottom of what happened by investigating your case for you. We leave no stone unturned. 

Give You a Chance to Focus on Recovery

Filing a personal injury claim involves tedious paperwork, demand letters, and dealing with the other challenges unique to civil procedure. That’s why we take care of the process, from A to Z, which leaves you the time you need to focus on what really matters: you and your family’s recovery.

Fight for Fair Compensation 

Getting the compensation you deserve following a personal injury is never easy. Although it’s often possible to settle your claim out of court directly with the at-fault party, you’ll still need the negotiation chops necessary to give yourself a fair shot. Whether in the courtroom or with an insurance company, we take an active role in pursuing the compensation you need. 

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We Achieve Life-Changing Results for Our Clients

Suffering an accident caused by the negligence, carelessness, or recklessness of another can be one of the worst moments of your life. In some cases, the consequences are deadly. At Zachar Law Firm, P.C., we believe in the diligent pursuit of rightful and fair compensation for accident victims and their families. Some settlements and damage awards we’ve won over the years include: 

Humphrey vs. Arizona: $47 million I-10 roadway barrier jury verdict

In this case, we secured a landmark award for the estate and family of two women who perished in a head-on collision with a truck after losing control of their vehicle and crossing the highway median. Thanks in part to our counsel, the state of Arizona was found negligent for its lack of a roadway barrier. Other high-profile awards we’ve earned on our clients’ behalf include:

  • $7.8 million I-10 roadway barrier jury verdict
  • $4.5 million playground negligence settlement
  • $2.6 million brain injury settlement
  • $1.2 million medical negligence settlement

We Handle the Following Types of Phoenix Personal Injury Claims

Personal injury claims are rarely black and white, and getting compensated for your losses is never easy. Fortunately, when you partner with our firm in Phoenix, you can rest assured that our ample experience in civil litigation will increase your chances of success, based on the facts of your case. Our experienced attorneys are ready to assist your claims in the following areas and others: 

Motor Vehicle Accidents

A vehicle accident can have devastating consequences, changing your life in an instant. Whether you’ve been injured in a car, by a truck, or while riding your motorcycle, our team is ready to help you earn a financial settlement for the damages you’ve incurred, which can be numerous and grave. Let our team review your case today. 

Wrongful Death

Sometimes, the imprudence or negligence of another results in the death of a loved one. When this happens, the family is often saddled with economic hardship, in addition to the emotional absence caused by the loss of the family member. We help ensure justice is rendered. 

Premises Liability

From a slip-and-fall at a Phoenix business or an accident at a neighbor’s swimming pool to suffering a gruesome dog bite, premises liability suits reflect the owner of the establishment’s responsibility for your safety. When you’ve been hurt, let us help you get back on track. 

Defective Products

Contrary to popular belief, any party involved in the production of a defective product—from manufacturers to suppliers, down to marketers and retailers—can be held liable for a defective product when you can prove it led to your losses. Let us handle this complex form of litigation for you. 

Get in Touch with a Personal Injury Lawyer in Phoenix

At Zachar Law Firm, P.C., we come backed by decades of experience making a difference in the lives of personal injury victims in Phoenix. If you feel someone else is responsible for your injuries, we work diligently in the pursuit of the compensation you and your loved ones deserve. 

We offer free consultations. Contact a Phoenix personal injury lawyer today by calling 602-494-4800 or filling out the form below to send us a brief description of your case. 

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Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer FAQ

I’ve been injured in an accident in Arizona. How long do I have to file a claim?

In Arizona, the statute of limitations on personal injury is generally two years. This means that generally, claims filed more than two years after the date of the accident are likely to be dismissed. However, this is not a certainty. Some claims have as little as 180 days after the accident to do something, others, only one year. If you have a legal claim for injuries, DO NOT DELAY. Call Zachar Law Firm today to discuss your case.

In Arizona, who can file a wrongful death claim?

The state of Arizona limits the persons who are able to file a wrongful death claim. These are the surviving spouse of the deceased person, surviving children, a surviving parent, the personal representative of the deceased person or the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate.

Is there a limit to the amount of compensation I can receive?

In Arizona, there are no limits. Some states have “damage caps” (limitations on the amount of damages one can receive). Arizona has no damage caps.

What kind of compensation am I entitled to in a personal injury case? What am I owed in a wrongful death claim?

Claimants in personal injury and wrongful death cases are able to recover both financial and nonfinancial damages. Examples of financial damages include medical bills, lost income and other out of pocket losses. Nonfinancial damages include compensation for physical and emotional pain and suffering, mental trauma and other damages.

What are some common types of personal injury claims?

Some common forms of accidents resulting in personal injury litigation include motor vehicle accidents, premise liability claims (slip/trip and fall), dog bite/attack, nursing home abuse claims and workplace injuries.

Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer FAQ

When it comes to securing compensation for your injury, a one-size-fits-all approach isn’t enough. With that said, there are some general inquiries related to personal injury that frequently pop up in our conversations with Phoenix personal injury victims.

I’ve been injured in an accident in Arizona. How long do I have to file a claim?

In Arizona, the statute of limitations on personal injury is generally two years. This means that generally, claims filed more than two years after the date of the accident are likely to be dismissed. However, this is not a certainty. Some claims have as little as 180 days after the accident to do something, others, only one year. If you have a legal claim for injuries, DO NOT DELAY. Call Zachar Law Firm today to discuss your case.

In Arizona, who can file a wrongful death claim?

The state of Arizona limits the persons who are able to file a wrongful death claim. These are the surviving spouse of the deceased person, surviving children, a surviving parent, the personal representative of the deceased person or the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate.

Is there a limit to the amount of compensation I can receive?

In Arizona, there are no limits. Some states have “damage caps” (limitations on the amount of damages one can receive). Arizona has no damage caps.

What kind of compensation am I entitled to in a personal injury case? What am I owed in a wrongful death claim?

Claimants in personal injury and wrongful death cases are able to recover both financial and nonfinancial damages. Examples of financial damages include medical bills, lost income and other out of pocket losses. Nonfinancial damages include compensation for physical and emotional pain and suffering, mental trauma and other damages.

What are some common types of personal injury claims?

Some common forms of accidents resulting in personal injury litigation include motor vehicle accidents, premise liability claims (slip/trip and fall), dog bite/attack, nursing home abuse claims and workplace injuries.

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