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Hurt in an Arizona car accident? Hire Henry.
No fee unless we win. The consultation is free, and your first booked call is with Henry, a former prosecutor who reads a crash file the way the other side does.
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The short answer
Should I talk with an attorney after my car accident?
Not always, but a free consultation is a reasonable way to find out. Insurance companies have adjusters and lawyers working to limit what they pay. A conversation helps you understand your rights and what the claim involves before you accept an offer.
You do not need to know what your claim is worth, finish treatment, or gather every record first. Henry considers smaller injury claims as well as serious ones; the decision depends on the facts, responsibility, and the practical economics of the case.
It is worth a call when
- You were hurt, or symptoms showed up after the crash. Some injuries, such as whiplash or a concussion, are not obvious at the scene.
- Fault is disputed, or an insurer has asked for a recorded statement or made an offer.
- The other driver was uninsured, underinsured, or left the scene.
The insurance company fights against you. Henry fights for you.
Meet the attorney
Henry reads a crash file the way a prosecutor reads a case.
He started his career as a prosecutor. Today he brings that background to evaluating evidence and preparing injury claims, and he handles each case himself. Once you hire him, you get his personal cell number.
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The first week
What matters in the first week after a crash.
These are the questions that come up most often in a first conversation. None of them has to be settled before you call.
Immediate questions
Call 911 if anyone is hurt. When it is safe, photograph the vehicles, the scene, and any visible injuries, exchange information with the other drivers, and get contact details for witnesses. Get medical care if you are hurt or symptoms appear, and note the agency and report number if police responded.
Insurance contact
Report the crash to your own insurer. Before giving a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company, talk with an attorney. Adjuster requests, medical authorizations, and early offers are the decisions a consultation can help with. If the other driver had no insurance or too little, uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage on your own policy may help.
Disputed responsibility
Under Arizona’s comparative-fault law, an injured person’s own established share of fault generally reduces the recovery rather than barring it, though exceptions apply. Vehicle positions, photographs, witness accounts, and available video help show what happened; an insurer’s version of events is a position to test against that evidence, not the final word.
Injuries and daily life
Treatment records, medical bills, and the changes in your work and daily life explain the harm. Keep a list of the providers you have seen and the appointments you have missed or had to rearrange. Your clinicians guide treatment; the legal task is to document the history accurately.
Common injuries
The injuries that come up most often after Arizona car crashes.
Whiplash injuries from car accidents
The most common car accident injury. Rear-end collisions force the head forward and back, straining neck muscles and ligaments.
Concussions after a car crash
Even low-speed impacts can cause concussions. Symptoms may not appear for hours or days after the collision.
Cervical disc herniation from vehicle collisions
The force of a car accident can herniate discs in the cervical spine, causing radiating pain, numbness, and weakness.
Traumatic brain injuries in car accidents
High-speed collisions and rollover crashes can cause TBIs ranging from mild concussions to severe, life-altering brain damage.
Broken ribs from seatbelt and steering wheel impact
Seatbelts save lives, but the force they apply during a crash can fracture ribs. Steering wheel impacts cause similar injuries.
Knee injuries from dashboard impact
The dashboard impact during a frontal collision can cause torn ligaments, fractures, and other serious knee injuries.
Shoulder injuries after a car accident
Seatbelt loading, bracing for impact, and direct contact with the door or steering column frequently damage the shoulder.
Lower back disc herniations from car crashes
The sudden deceleration forces in a car accident can herniate discs in the lumbar spine, causing chronic pain and limited mobility.
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Timing matters
Deadlines after an Arizona car accident.
In Arizona, accident victims generally have two years after the claim accrues to file a personal injury lawsuit (A.R.S. § 12-542). Accrual, exceptions, and other applicable rules require case-specific review. Do not assume you have two years or wait for all your records before asking about deadlines.
A claim against a city, county, the state, or a public employee runs on a much shorter track, explained below.
Important deadlines
If a Government Entity Was Involved — Shorter Deadlines Apply
When the at-fault party may be a government entity — a city or county, a public school, a state agency, ADOT, a police or sheriff department, a public hospital, or a government-owned road or vehicle — Arizona imposes two deadlines that are much shorter than the general two-year period:
- 180-day notice of claim (ARS § 12-821.01) — a notice of claim generally must be served within 180 days after the cause of action accrues.
- One-year statute of limitations (ARS § 12-821) — the lawsuit generally must be filed within one year after the cause of action accrues, not two.
Missing the 180-day notice typically bars the claim entirely, regardless of how strong the case is. Accrual, exceptions, and notice requirements need case-specific review. Do not assume the incident date alone determines your deadline.
Questions after a crash? Talk to Henry.
A free consultation with a former prosecutor who handles your case himself.
No attorney fee without a recovery. Case costs and expenses remain your responsibility regardless of recovery.
“After going round and round with an insurance company for weeks and still getting nowhere, I contacted Henry. Within 48 hours I had a check from the insurance company. Beam Law gets results! My only wish is that I had contacted them sooner.”
Individual experiences and results vary.
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Questions about Arizona car accident claims.
What should I do after a car accident in Arizona?
Check for injuries and call 911 if anyone is hurt. After an injury crash, Arizona law requires drivers to stop, remain at the scene, provide the required information, and assist anyone injured (A.R.S. §§ 28-661 to 28-663). When safe, photograph the vehicles, the scene, and any visible injuries, and get contact information for witnesses. Get medical care if you are hurt or symptoms appear; some injuries are not obvious at the scene. Report the crash to your own insurer, and talk to an attorney before giving a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company.
How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit?
Many Arizona injury actions have a two-year limitation after the claim accrues. Claims against public entities or employees generally require a notice of claim within 180 days and a lawsuit within one year. Accrual, exceptions, and other applicable rules require case-specific review. Do not assume you have two years or wait for all your records before asking about deadlines.
What if the other driver doesn't have insurance?
Uninsured motorist coverage on your own policy may help. Arizona requires this coverage to be offered by all insurers. We can review your policy and explore all options for recovery.
Do I really need a lawyer for a car accident?
Not always, but it often helps. Insurance companies have teams of adjusters and lawyers working to minimize payouts. Legal representation helps you understand your rights, document your claim thoroughly, and navigate the process without pressure from the insurance side.
How much does it cost?
Beam Injury Law offers a free consultation. The contingency fee is 33⅓% of the gross amount recovered if the matter resolves at or before mediation or settlement conference, whether before or after a lawsuit is filed. Filing a lawsuit alone does not increase the fee. If the matter does not resolve at or before mediation or settlement conference, the fee is 40% of the gross amount recovered, even if it later settles without a trial. The 40% rate also applies if the matter proceeds to trial or arbitration or results in a verdict, award, or judgment. No attorney fee is owed if there is no recovery. Case costs and expenses are separate and remain the client's responsibility regardless of recovery. Review the written agreement for the full terms before signing.
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