Experienced car accident representation for Yuma and Yuma County residents, with free consultations available statewide.
No legal fees unless we win · Serving all of Yuma County
Car accident cases in Yuma often involve familiar scenarios on well-traveled local roads. Many incidents occur at busy intersections along 4th Avenue and 32nd Street, where rear-end collisions and T-bone crashes are common during peak traffic hours. Highway accidents on I-8 and US-95 can be more severe due to higher speeds, while agricultural vehicle interactions create unique challenges given Yuma's role as Arizona's agriculture capital. Understanding these local patterns helps determine the best approach for each case.
Yuma's road network presents specific challenges that influence car accident cases. Interstate 8 sees significant commercial traffic traveling between California and Arizona, leading to highway pileups and distracted driving incidents. US-95 connects to Mexico border crossings, creating heavy traffic flows. State Route 195 serves both civilian and military traffic from MCAS Yuma and Yuma Proving Ground. Red-light runners at major intersections and sideswipes during lane changes on these busy corridors are frequent claim types we handle throughout Yuma County.
Arizona operates under comparative negligence rules, meaning your compensation can be reduced by your percentage of fault, but you can still recover damages even if partially at fault. You have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit under Arizona's statute of limitations. Document everything immediately - take photos, get contact information, and seek medical attention even for seemingly minor injuries. Yuma Regional Medical Center serves as the area's Level III trauma center for serious injuries. Cases are typically filed in Yuma County Superior Court when litigation becomes necessary.
Henry Patterson has practiced law in Arizona for 17+ years, representing car accident victims throughout the state, including Yuma and Yuma County. He offers free consultations to discuss your case and works on a contingency fee basis - you pay no legal fees unless he wins your case. For experienced representation after a car accident, call (480) 899-9019 to schedule your free consultation.
Real settlements, prepared like trials — by a lawyer who started his career prosecuting cases.
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:
Missing the 180-day notice typically bars the claim entirely, regardless of how strong the case is. Early legal review helps identify whether a government defendant applies and protects both deadlines.
The full guide to car accidents cases in Arizona
Statewide overview — claims, injuries, compensation, and what to expect.
Henry will listen to what happened and give you an honest read on your case. Free consultation, no legal fees unless we win.
Free consultation · No legal fees unless we win
Uninsured Motorist
Pre-trial recovery for client struck by an uninsured driver. Pursued claim through client's own UM coverage.
Auto Accident
Client suffered multiple injuries in a vehicle collision. Settlement covered medical bills and lost wages.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different. Results listed include cases where Henry Beam served as lead or co-lead counsel.
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