Did you recently lose someone you love in a tragic accident in Tucson, AZ? You only have one chance to demand the full compensation you deserve. An experienced Tucson wrongful death lawyer can help you fight to recover every available dollar. Call (602) 512-1933 today to schedule a free consultation with our team at AJ Law, PLC.
Our top-rated attorneys have recovered over $50 million to help our clients move forward with their lives. We bring over 20 years of legal experience to the table. You deserve time to grieve the loss of your loved one. Our lawyers are here to handle any legal issue that arises. Contact our law firm today to learn more about how we can make a difference.
Why Is AJ Law, PLC the Best Choice for Legal Assistance After a Wrongful Death in Tucson?
Filing a lawsuit may be the last thing on your mind after losing a loved one in Tucson, Arizona. Dealing with an insurance company seems like it’ll only add to your stress and frustration. Our Tucson personal injury lawyers at AJ Law, PLC are here to fight for the top financial results you deserve.
Clients trust us because:
- Our team is led by a former insurance defense attorney who knows every trick in the book. We’re ready to put our proven track record of success to work for you.
- For our success, we’ve been recognized by Super Lawyers and earned a “Top 100” designation from The National Trial Lawyers.
- We’ve earned membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates’ Forum.
The insurance company isn’t on your side. Even the most sympathetic insurance adjuster is out to protect their interests. Contact our Tucson personal injury attorneys today to learn how we can build a solid case for compensation.
What Is Wrongful Death in Arizona?
In Arizona, a wrongful death is a death caused by another party’s wrongful act, neglect, or default. More specifically, a wrongful death in Arizona is one that:
- Was caused by another party’s wrongful act, neglect, or default
- Would have given the fatally injured party the right to sue for damages had they lived
Personal injury laws give injured parties the right to seek compensation from those responsible for their injuries. Wrongful death laws transfer that right to the victim’s survivors when the injuries are fatal.
How Do Wrongful Death Cases in Arizona Work?
Wrongful death cases are civil matters. They’re designed to allow the victim’s family to pursue compensation from those responsible for their loss. They’re completely separate from any criminal action.
For example, if a drunk driver caused a fatal accident, the state of Arizona may charge them with a crime. Their goal is to punish and prevent similar future acts. As a surviving family member, you have the right to file a separate claim for compensation.
That right is reserved for close family members in Arizona, including:
- The victim’s surviving spouse
- Children
- The victim’s parents or guardians
The victim’s personal representative also has the right to take legal action.
The process is very similar to a personal injury case. Most cases start with filing an insurance claim. If the insurance company and/or responsible party refuse to enter a fair settlement agreement, we’ll file a lawsuit in civil court.
How Common Are Fatal Accidents in Arizona?
Most wrongful death claims involve accidents. While it’s tough to get a sense of how many wrongful deaths occur each year, statistics on traffic accidents are widely available. Based on the Arizona Department of Transportation’s reports, 1,228 people were killed in car accidents during 2024 alone. In 2025, 140 people were killed in large truck accidents statewide.
How Much Compensation Is My Tucson Wrongful Death Case Worth?
Many different issues will be relevant in determining the value of your case. Wrongful deaths can occur in many different ways. All victims and their survivors are unique.
Some critical details that will impact your case value include:
- Your loved one’s age and life expectancy at the time of death
- The financial support your loved one provided
- Your loved one’s projected future earning capacity
- How your loved one contributed to the family in non-financial ways
- The age and identities of surviving children and dependents
- The circumstances of the accident
- The nature of the at-fault party’s actions
- Your family’s expenses, including medical bills, funeral costs, and estate administration costs
- Your family’s emotional suffering and trauma
It’s important to have an experienced Tucson wrongful death attorney review your case. If you don’t have an experienced attorney assess your case value, you’re risking taking an offer that is far less than you deserve.
What Types of Compensatory Damages Are Available to Families of Wrongful Death Victims in Tucson?
Survivors can recover many different types of compensatory damages by filing a wrongful death claim.
Examples of the types of damages you may have experienced include:
- Medical expenses
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of the victim’s employment benefits, such as insurance and retirement benefits
- Funeral costs
- Estate administration costs
- Property damage
- Loss of the reasonable value of the household services the victim provided
- Grief, sorrow, and anguish
- Loss of consortium, meaning loss of a spouse’s support and companionship
Calculating damages in a wrongful death case can be challenging. That’s especially true when it comes to non-economic damages. Many of your damages will reflect projected future losses.
Our attorneys have the tools to help you fight for every dollar you deserve. We often enlist the help of experts who can testify about the value of your losses.
Can My Family Recover Any Damages if My Loved One Was Partly To Blame for a Deadly Accident in Arizona?
Arizona follows what is known as a pure comparative negligence law. This means your family can recover some damages even if your loved one was partly responsible. The fault allocated to your loved one will reduce the amount of money you can take home.
The system itself is simple. If your loved one was 20% responsible for their fatal accident, your family can take home 80% of the available compensation.
Allocating blame is anything but simple. Insurance companies often manipulate the system to reduce the amount they have to pay. They don’t always have the evidence to support their accusations. If your loved one is being blamed, call our law offices to get help fighting back.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Lawyer To Handle a Wrongful Death Case in Arizona?
Like most injury law firms, AJ Law, PLC is a contingency fee-based law firm. You can hire us without paying a dime. Our fees depend entirely on our results. As such, you only pay if–and when–we win compensation in your case.
At the outset, you’ll agree to allow us to deduct a percentage of your settlement or verdict.
What Are Some of the Most Common Causes of Wrongful Deaths in Tucson?
Any type of accident or mistake can lead to someone’s untimely death if it’s serious enough. Some of the most common causes of wrongful deaths include:
- Car accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Large truck accidents
- Dangerous property conditions
- Slip and fall accidents
- Acts of violence
- Pedestrian accidents
- Bicycle accidents
- Bus accidents
- Uber or Lyft accidents
- Construction accidents
- Workplace accidents
- Falls from heights
- Defective products
- Medical malpractice
If you lost a loved one due to someone else’s acts, contact us today. Our lawyers in Tucson will sit down, listen to your story, and explain your legal rights and options.
What Do I Have To Prove To Recover Compensation for a Wrongful Death in Arizona?
Many fatal accidents occur due to negligence. In other words, they occur because someone else was careless.
To prove negligence, you’ll need evidence to prove four distinct elements:
- Duty of care: All individuals have a basic duty to use a reasonable amount of caution to prevent harm to others. Some parties–including doctors and property owners–have more specific duties when it comes to preventing harm.
- Breach of duty: Someone breaches their duty when their conduct was unreasonable under the circumstances, or when they fail to use a reasonable amount of caution.
- Causation: The breach must have been the direct cause of the fatal injury.
- Damages: Damages are the identifiable losses your family has suffered due to the fatal injury.
While another legal theory could apply, negligence is the most common. Our attorneys have the skills to handle any type of fatal injury case. Contact us today to learn how we can help you compile the evidence you’ll need to win your case.
How Much Time Do I Have To File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Fatal Accident in Arizona?
Starting from the date of your loved one’s death, you have two years to file a formal lawsuit. After the two-year statute of limitations passes, you’ll be barred from seeking compensation.
Contact an Experienced Tucson Wrongful Death Lawyer for a Free Case Review Today
If you’ve been forced to grieve a shocking, preventable loss in Tucson, AZ, contact AJ Law, PLC for legal assistance today. An experienced Tucson wrongful death attorney can help you fight for justice. Your consultation is always free of charge–and there’s never any obligation to hire us.
