Statute of Limitations: 2 Years
Wrongful death claims must be filed within 2 years of the date of death.
Wrongful Death Lawyer in Phoenix and Across Arizona
Nothing replaces a loved one. But Arizona law allows surviving family members to recover for their losses — financial and emotional.
Nothing can replace a loved one. But when a family member dies because of someone else's negligence, the law allows surviving family members to recover compensation for their losses — both financial and emotional.
Wrongful death cases are some of the most challenging cases we handle, both legally and emotionally. The Saguaro Injury Law team approaches every wrongful death case with the compassion and care these cases require, while aggressively pursuing justice and full compensation for grieving families.
We handle every step — from communicating with insurers to preserving evidence to navigating probate — so families can focus on healing.
Common Causes of Wrongful Death
- Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace accidents
- Defective products
- Construction accidents
- Premises liability incidents
- Drunk driving accidents
- Nursing home neglect and abuse
- Drowning
What to Do When a Loved One Dies
- 01Take time to grieve and care for your family
- 02Preserve evidence and documents (police reports, medical records)
- 03Don't speak to insurance companies or sign anything
- 04Don't accept settlement offers without legal advice
- 05Contact a wrongful death attorney as soon as you're able
What Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Common categories of damages we pursue for clients.
Loss of Financial Support
Wages and benefits the deceased would have provided.
Loss of Services
Childcare, household services, and other contributions.
Loss of Companionship
Loss of love, comfort, society, and consortium.
Pre-Death Pain & Suffering
Suffering of the deceased between the injury and death.
Funeral & Burial Expenses
Costs of memorial services and burial or cremation.
Pre-Death Medical Expenses
Medical care provided before your loved one passed.
Arizona Legal Info You Should Know
Who Can File
Surviving spouse, children, or parents (if no spouse or children). The estate may also have a separate survival claim.
Economic & Non-Economic Damages
Recovery includes both measurable financial losses and intangible losses like grief and companionship.
No Punitive Damage Cap
In most cases, Arizona does not cap punitive damages — important when the conduct was especially egregious.
Why Choose Saguaro for Your Case
Local
Five offices spanning the Phoenix metro, from Avondale in the West Valley to Mesa in the East. We know Arizona courts, judges, and insurance companies.
Bilingual
Spanish-speaking staff at every location, every step of the way. Your case is handled in the language you're most comfortable with.
Experienced
Decades of combined experience handling Arizona personal injury cases. We've recovered millions for clients across the state.
No Fee Promise
You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Free consultations. Case-related expenses advanced on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Surviving spouse, children, parents (if no spouse or children), or a personal representative on their behalf.
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DON'T WAIT
Arizona's Statute of Limitations is 2 Years.
The sooner you call, the more we can do to protect your rights. Call us 24/7 — there's no charge to find out if you have a case.
(602) 555-0100