Pure Comparative Negligence
Arizona follows pure comparative negligence under Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-2505. Plaintiffs can recover damages as long as they are not 100% to blame. Compensation is reduced in direct proportion to plaintiff's percentage of fault.
No Cap
No limit on non-economic damages
2 years for personal injury
Deadline to file your lawsuit
Arizona follows pure comparative negligence under Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-2505. Plaintiffs can recover damages as long as they are not 100% to blame. Compensation is reduced in direct proportion to plaintiff's percentage of fault.
Example:
If plaintiff is 30% at fault for $100k damages, they recover $70,000 (reduced by 30%).
Arizona does not impose caps on compensatory damages in personal injury cases
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Based on reported cases in Arizona
2,934
Personal injury lawsuits per year
Arizona follows pure comparative negligence under Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-2505. The landmark Lerma v. State (2011) case affirmed Arizona's commitment to allowing recovery even when plaintiffs bear significant fault.
Arizona's construction defect litigation has produced significant cases, with the state's rapid growth leading to numerous claims against developers and contractors. Cases like Woodridge Townhomes v. Carty (2017) have shaped construction liability law.
The state has seen substantial nursing home abuse verdicts, with cases exceeding $10 million for severe neglect and abuse of elderly residents. Arizona's growing senior population has made this an active area of litigation.
Arizona personal injury cases are filed in Superior Court, with each of Arizona's 15 counties having its own court. Maricopa County (Phoenix) is one of the largest court systems in the nation.
Arizona uses mandatory arbitration for cases under $50,000 in many counties. Disclosure rules require early exchange of evidence. The state follows Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure based on federal rules.
Many courts require Early Resolution Conferences to encourage settlement. Complex cases may be assigned to specialized judges for case management.
Arizona attorneys are licensed by the State Bar of Arizona. For personal injury cases, look for attorneys with Arizona trial experience and knowledge of pure comparative negligence.
The Arizona Association for Justice is the state's leading plaintiff attorney organization. Members typically have strong trial experience in Arizona courts.
Arizona has a large Spanish-speaking population, and many attorneys offer bilingual services. Contingency fees typically range from 33-40%.
Arizona's statute of limitations for personal injury is 2 years under A.R.S. § 12-542. This applies to most negligence claims, including car accidents and slip and falls.
Medical malpractice claims also have a 2-year limit, but with a delayed discovery provision. Claims against Arizona government entities require notice within 180 days under A.R.S. § 12-821.01.
This calculator provides estimates only and is not legal advice. Laws in Arizona are complex and individual case results vary. Consult a licensed Arizona attorney for advice specific to your case.