What if I'm one day late?

Missing the filing deadline generally ends the right to file. Exceptions are narrow; a lawyer can review whether any applies.

Does the deadline change for wrongful death?

Wrongful death claims have their own timing rules. A lawyer can confirm the applicable deadline.

Does the two-year period apply to the insurance claim or the lawsuit?

The deadline is for filing a lawsuit. Insurance claims can be opened immediately, and usually are.

Why does the government deadline matter if I'm suing a driver?

If the driver was on the job for a government entity, or a road defect contributed, the 180-day notice may apply even though it looks like an ordinary crash.

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Arizona Injury Claim Deadline Calculator

Arizona generally allows two years from the date of an injury to file most injury claims. Claims involving a city, county, or state entity require a notice of claim within 180 days. And the evidence that proves what happened — camera footage, vehicle damage, witness memories — is usually gone within weeks. Enter the date and see all three.

This tool provides general information only. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. It runs entirely in your browser — nothing you enter is stored or sent anywhere.

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Enter the date of the crash or injury to see the deadlines.

How this works

The two-year period and the 180-day government notice are set by Arizona law. The evidence window is not a legal deadline — it's a practical one, based on how long footage and physical evidence typically last.

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