Gilbert Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Lawyer

When a doctor fails to diagnose a life-threatening condition in time, and that delay directly causes a patient’s death, Arizona law recognizes this as a form of medical malpractice that can give rise to a wrongful death claim. A delayed diagnosis wrongful death occurs when medical professionals miss critical warning signs, fail to order necessary tests, or misinterpret diagnostic results, allowing a treatable condition to progress to a fatal stage.

Losing a loved one to a delayed diagnosis is not just a medical tragedy—it’s often a preventable loss caused by professional negligence. Families in Gilbert dealing with this devastating situation face not only grief but also mounting medical bills, funeral expenses, and the financial strain of losing a provider. Arizona law allows certain family members to seek compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit when medical negligence is the direct cause of death. Understanding your legal rights and the time-sensitive nature of these claims is essential to protecting your family’s future and holding negligent parties accountable.

If your family has suffered the loss of a loved one due to a delayed diagnosis, Life Justice Law Group is here to help. Our experienced Gilbert delayed diagnosis wrongful death lawyers understand the complex intersection of medical malpractice and wrongful death law, and we are committed to fighting for the justice your family deserves. We offer free consultations and case evaluations on a contingency basis, meaning your family pays no fees unless we win. Call us today at (480) 378-8088 to speak with a compassionate attorney who will listen to your story and explain your legal options.

What Constitutes a Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death in Gilbert

A delayed diagnosis wrongful death occurs when a healthcare provider’s failure to timely diagnose a medical condition directly results in a patient’s death. This type of medical malpractice wrongful death claim requires proof that the delay in diagnosis was caused by the doctor’s negligence and that earlier detection would have prevented or significantly delayed the patient’s death. Under Arizona law, specifically A.R.S. § 12-611, wrongful death claims can be brought when death is caused by the wrongful act, neglect, or default of another person or entity.

The delay itself must meet the legal standard of negligence, meaning the healthcare provider failed to exercise the level of care that a reasonably competent medical professional would have provided under similar circumstances. If a gastroenterologist overlooks clear symptoms of colon cancer during a routine colonoscopy, or an emergency room physician dismisses chest pain that later proves fatal, these failures may form the basis of a delayed diagnosis wrongful death claim. The key legal question is whether the delay fell below the accepted standard of care and whether timely diagnosis would have changed the outcome.

Not every delayed diagnosis results in a valid wrongful death claim. Arizona requires plaintiffs to prove causation—that the delay directly caused or substantially contributed to the death. If a patient had an aggressive, terminal condition that would have been fatal regardless of when it was diagnosed, the delay may not constitute actionable negligence even if the diagnosis was late. Medical expert testimony is essential in these cases to establish both the standard of care and the causal link between the delay and the death.

Common Medical Conditions Involved in Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Claims

Certain medical conditions are more frequently associated with delayed diagnosis wrongful death claims because they are often treatable when caught early but rapidly become fatal when diagnosis is delayed. Cancer is one of the most common conditions in these cases, particularly breast cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, and melanoma. When doctors fail to order appropriate screening tests, misread imaging results, or dismiss early warning symptoms, cancers that could have been treated with surgery or chemotherapy progress to advanced stages where treatment options are limited or ineffective.

Cardiovascular conditions also frequently appear in delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases. Heart attacks and aortic dissections can be misdiagnosed as indigestion, anxiety, or musculoskeletal pain, particularly in women and younger patients whose symptoms may not match the classic presentation. Pulmonary embolism, a life-threatening blood clot in the lungs, is another commonly misdiagnosed condition that can be fatal within hours if not treated. When emergency room physicians fail to recognize these critical conditions, patients may be sent home only to die within days or even hours.

Infections represent another major category of delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases. Sepsis, meningitis, and necrotizing fasciitis can all progress from treatable infections to fatal conditions within a matter of hours. When doctors mistake these serious infections for less dangerous illnesses like the flu or gastroenteritis, the delay in administering appropriate antibiotics or surgical intervention can be deadly. Stroke is also frequently misdiagnosed or diagnosed too late for effective intervention, leading to either death or such severe brain damage that the patient never recovers meaningful function.

How Medical Negligence Causes Delayed Diagnosis

Medical negligence in delayed diagnosis cases typically stems from failures at multiple points in the diagnostic process. Failure to take an adequate patient history is a common starting point—when doctors rush through appointments or fail to ask about relevant symptoms, family history, or risk factors, they may miss critical clues that would have led to earlier testing. Dismissing patient complaints as anxiety, stress, or minor ailments without proper investigation is another frequent form of negligence, particularly when doctors allow implicit biases about age, gender, or weight to color their clinical judgment.

Failure to order appropriate diagnostic tests represents a major category of negligence in these cases. When a patient presents with symptoms that warrant imaging studies, blood work, or specialist consultation, but the doctor decides these tests are unnecessary, the delay in diagnosis may constitute malpractice. Similarly, ordering the wrong tests or failing to follow up on abnormal results can lead to fatal delays. If a physician orders a chest X-ray when symptoms clearly warrant a CT scan, or if lab results indicating a serious condition are never reviewed, the resulting diagnostic delay may be actionable negligence.

Misinterpretation of test results is another common source of delayed diagnosis. Radiologists who miss tumors on imaging studies, pathologists who misread biopsy samples, or primary care doctors who fail to recognize the significance of abnormal lab values all contribute to diagnostic delays that can prove fatal. Communication failures between healthcare providers also lead to delayed diagnosis—when test results are not transmitted to the ordering physician, when specialists’ recommendations are not followed, or when there is inadequate handoff communication between shifts, critical diagnostic information may fall through the cracks with deadly consequences.

Who Can File a Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Arizona

Arizona law strictly limits who has legal standing to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Under A.R.S. § 12-612, the right to bring a wrongful death action belongs exclusively to specific family members in a defined order of priority. The surviving spouse has the first right to file the lawsuit, and this right exists regardless of whether the couple has children. If the deceased was married at the time of death, the spouse is the only person who can initiate the wrongful death claim during the first six months after death.

If there is no surviving spouse, or if the spouse chooses not to file within six months, the right to bring the action passes to the deceased’s children. All children of the deceased, including biological children, adopted children, and in some cases stepchildren who were financially dependent on the deceased, have equal standing to file. When multiple children exist, they typically must agree on how to proceed with the lawsuit, though Arizona law allows any child to file on behalf of all siblings if necessary. Minor children are represented by a parent or court-appointed guardian in these proceedings.

If the deceased had no surviving spouse or children, the right to file passes to the deceased’s parents. Both parents have equal standing, and either parent can file even if the parents are divorced or were never married. When none of these family members exist or chooses to file, a personal representative of the deceased’s estate may bring the wrongful death action under certain circumstances. It is important to note that siblings, extended family members, and unmarried partners do not have independent standing to file wrongful death claims in Arizona, regardless of their relationship with the deceased or their financial dependence.

The Wrongful Death Lawsuit Process in Gilbert

Consult with a Wrongful Death Attorney

The first step in pursuing a delayed diagnosis wrongful death claim is consulting with an attorney who specializes in both medical malpractice and wrongful death law. This initial consultation allows the attorney to evaluate whether your case has legal merit and to explain the complex process ahead. Most wrongful death attorneys offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless the case results in a settlement or verdict in your favor.

During this consultation, bring all available medical records, death certificates, and any documentation of your loved one’s treatment and symptoms. The attorney will ask detailed questions about the timeline of care, what symptoms were reported to doctors, what tests were performed, and how the diagnosis was ultimately made. This information helps the attorney determine whether the delay in diagnosis fell below the accepted standard of care and whether that delay was the direct cause of death.

Investigation and Medical Record Review

Once you retain an attorney, they will immediately begin gathering all relevant medical records from every healthcare provider who treated your loved one. This includes hospital records, emergency room visits, primary care visits, specialist consultations, diagnostic imaging, lab results, and pathology reports. In Arizona, healthcare providers are required to provide copies of medical records to authorized representatives, though obtaining complete records from multiple facilities can take several weeks.

Your attorney will work with medical experts who specialize in the relevant field to review these records and determine whether the standard of care was breached. These experts compare the care your loved one received against what a reasonably competent healthcare provider would have done in similar circumstances. If the expert concludes that the delay in diagnosis constituted negligence and caused the death, this opinion forms the foundation of your case.

Filing the Affidavit of Merit

Arizona requires plaintiffs in medical malpractice cases to file an affidavit of merit along with the complaint. Under A.R.S. § 12-2603, this affidavit must include a sworn statement from a qualified medical expert who has reviewed the case and believes the defendant’s care fell below the accepted standard and caused injury. This requirement ensures that only cases with legitimate medical support move forward, preventing frivolous lawsuits.

Your attorney will work with the medical expert to prepare this affidavit, which must specifically identify the standard of care, explain how the defendant’s actions fell below that standard, and establish the causal connection between the negligence and the death. Filing the complaint and affidavit of merit officially initiates the lawsuit and must be done before the statute of limitations expires—generally two years from the date of death under A.R.S. § 12-542.

Discovery and Depositions

After the lawsuit is filed, both sides enter the discovery phase where they exchange information and gather evidence. Your attorney will send written interrogatories (questions) and requests for production of documents to the defendants, requiring them to provide detailed information about the care provided, their policies and procedures, and any internal reviews of the case. The defendants will send similar requests to you, asking about your loved one’s medical history, the impact of the death on your family, and the damages you are claiming.

Depositions are a critical part of discovery where attorneys question witnesses under oath. Your attorney will depose the healthcare providers involved in your loved one’s care, asking detailed questions about their actions, decisions, and reasoning. The defense attorneys will depose you and other family members about your loved one’s health history, the events leading to death, and how the loss has affected your family. Expert witnesses from both sides will also be deposed to explain their opinions and the basis for their conclusions.

Settlement Negotiations

Most delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases settle before trial, often during or after the discovery phase when both sides have a clear understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the case. Your attorney will negotiate with the defendants’ insurance company and defense counsel to reach a settlement that fairly compensates your family for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost financial support, and the emotional losses your family has suffered.

Settlement discussions may be facilitated by mediation, where a neutral third-party mediator helps both sides explore resolution options. Your attorney will advise you on whether settlement offers are fair based on the strength of the evidence, the severity of negligence, the impact on your family, and the damages you have suffered. You have the final decision on whether to accept any settlement offer or proceed to trial.

Trial

If settlement negotiations fail to produce a fair resolution, your case will proceed to trial. Medical malpractice wrongful death trials in Arizona are heard by a jury unless both parties agree to a bench trial before a judge. Your attorney will present evidence including medical records, expert testimony, family testimony about the impact of the loss, and documentation of economic damages. The defense will present their own experts and arguments attempting to show that the care met the standard or that the delay did not cause the death.

The jury will decide whether the defendant was negligent, whether that negligence caused your loved one’s death, and what damages should be awarded. Arizona law caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $250,000 per plaintiff under A.R.S. § 12-572, though there are exceptions for cases involving death or serious physical impairment. If you prevail at trial, the defendants may appeal, potentially extending the case for additional months or years before final resolution.

Damages Available in Gilbert Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Cases

Arizona wrongful death law allows recovery of both economic and non-economic damages that fairly compensate the family for their losses. Economic damages include all financial losses directly resulting from the death, such as medical expenses incurred before death, funeral and burial costs, and the loss of the deceased’s future financial support. If your loved one underwent emergency treatment, hospitalization, or other medical care between the delayed diagnosis and death, those expenses are recoverable even if insurance paid them initially.

Lost financial support represents one of the largest economic damage components in many wrongful death cases. This includes the income your loved one would have earned over their expected working life, adjusted for factors like raises, promotions, and inflation. It also includes the value of benefits like health insurance, retirement contributions, and other employment benefits your family has lost. Economic experts typically calculate these figures by analyzing the deceased’s work history, education, age, and career trajectory to project lifetime earning capacity.

Non-economic damages compensate for losses that have no precise dollar value but are nonetheless real and profound. These include compensation for the loss of the deceased’s love, companionship, comfort, care, protection, and guidance. A surviving spouse can seek compensation for the loss of consortium, which includes both the emotional and physical aspects of the marital relationship. Children can recover for the loss of parental guidance, training, and nurturing they would have received had their parent lived. Under A.R.S. § 12-572, non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases are capped at $250,000 per plaintiff, but this cap may be adjusted for inflation and does not apply to economic damages.

The Statute of Limitations for Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Claims

Arizona’s statute of limitations for wrongful death claims is generally two years from the date of death under A.R.S. § 12-542. This means you have two years from the date your loved one died to file a wrongful death lawsuit in court. If you fail to file within this two-year window, Arizona courts will dismiss your case regardless of how strong your evidence of negligence may be, and you will lose your right to pursue compensation. This strict deadline makes it critical to consult with an attorney as soon as possible after your loved one’s death.

The two-year period begins on the date of death, not the date the negligence occurred or the date you discovered the negligence. In delayed diagnosis cases, there may be months or even years between when the doctor first failed to diagnose the condition and when your loved one died from that condition. The statute of limitations begins when death occurs, not when the initial negligent failure to diagnose happened. This distinction is important because it means the clock starts ticking from a definite, knowable date rather than requiring you to determine exactly when the negligence occurred.

Certain circumstances may extend or toll the statute of limitations, though these exceptions are narrow. If the defendant healthcare provider fraudulently concealed their negligence, the statute of limitations may be extended under the discovery rule. If the person entitled to file the wrongful death claim is legally incapacitated at the time of death, the statute of limitations may be tolled until the incapacity is removed. Minors who have the right to file wrongful death claims have until their 20th birthday or two years from the date of death, whichever is longer. Because these exceptions are fact-specific and narrowly applied, you should not assume any extension applies to your case without consulting an attorney immediately.

Proving a Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Case

Establishing liability in a delayed diagnosis wrongful death case requires proving four essential elements: duty, breach, causation, and damages. The first element, duty, is typically straightforward in medical cases because healthcare providers owe a duty of care to their patients as soon as they accept them for treatment. This duty requires the provider to exercise the degree of care, skill, and learning expected of a reasonably prudent healthcare provider in the same specialty under similar circumstances in Arizona.

The second element, breach of duty, requires proving that the healthcare provider’s actions fell below the accepted standard of care. In delayed diagnosis cases, this often means showing that the provider failed to recognize symptoms that a competent provider would have identified, failed to order tests that were clearly indicated, or misinterpreted test results in a way that no reasonably competent provider would have. Medical expert testimony is essential to establish the standard of care and to explain how the defendant’s actions fell below that standard. Arizona law under A.R.S. § 12-2604 requires that expert witnesses in medical malpractice cases be qualified in the same specialty and have recent experience in active clinical practice.

Causation is often the most contested element in delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases. You must prove both that the delay in diagnosis directly caused the death and that timely diagnosis would have prevented or significantly postponed the death. The defense will often argue that the patient’s condition was too advanced to treat successfully even if it had been diagnosed earlier, or that other factors besides the diagnostic delay contributed to the death. Your medical experts must be able to demonstrate, based on medical literature and clinical experience, that earlier diagnosis would have resulted in treatment that had a reasonable probability of preventing or delaying death. Arizona uses a “substantial factor” test for causation, meaning the negligence must have been a substantial factor in bringing about the death even if other factors also contributed.

The Role of Medical Experts in Delayed Diagnosis Cases

Medical experts are the backbone of any delayed diagnosis wrongful death case because Arizona law requires expert testimony to establish both the standard of care and the breach of that standard. Under A.R.S. § 12-2604, expert witnesses in medical malpractice cases must be qualified based on their specialty, training, and experience. They must be licensed healthcare professionals who devote a majority of their professional time to the active clinical practice or instruction of medicine in the same specialty as the defendant, and they must have been so engaged in the year preceding the incident.

The plaintiff’s medical expert performs several critical functions throughout the case. First, they review all medical records and render an opinion on whether the defendant’s care met the applicable standard of care. This opinion forms the basis of the affidavit of merit that must be filed with the complaint. The expert identifies what a reasonably competent healthcare provider would have done differently—what symptoms should have been recognized, what tests should have been ordered, what diagnoses should have been considered, and what timing would have been appropriate.

The expert must also establish causation by explaining how the delay in diagnosis directly led to the patient’s death. This requires detailed analysis of the disease process, how the condition would have responded to timely treatment, and what the patient’s prognosis would have been with earlier intervention. The expert will often cite medical literature, clinical studies, and treatment guidelines to support their opinions. At trial, the expert’s testimony helps the jury understand complex medical concepts and connects the defendant’s actions to the tragic outcome. The credibility, qualifications, and ability to communicate clearly make the selection of the right medical expert one of the most important strategic decisions in a delayed diagnosis wrongful death case.

Defenses Insurance Companies Use in Delayed Diagnosis Cases

Insurance companies defending delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases employ several common strategies to avoid or minimize liability. One frequent defense is arguing that the patient’s symptoms were too vague or atypical to warrant further investigation. Defense attorneys will emphasize that many serious conditions present with common symptoms that could indicate numerous less serious illnesses, and they will argue that the defendant reasonably exercised medical judgment in ruling out more common causes before pursuing less likely diagnoses.

Another common defense is claiming that the patient contributed to the delay by failing to follow up on appointments, not reporting all symptoms accurately, or not complying with recommended testing. Under Arizona’s comparative negligence law in A.R.S. § 12-2505, a plaintiff’s recovery can be reduced by their percentage of fault, and they are barred from recovery entirely if they are found more than 50 percent at fault. Defense attorneys may argue that if the patient had been more persistent in seeking care or more forthcoming about symptoms, the diagnosis would have been made earlier.

The defense will often argue that even with timely diagnosis, the outcome would have been the same because the disease was too advanced or aggressive to treat successfully. They may present their own medical experts who testify that the patient’s condition had already progressed beyond the point where treatment would have been effective, or that the particular characteristics of the disease made survival unlikely regardless of when diagnosis occurred. Challenging causation in this way shifts the focus from whether there was negligence to whether that negligence actually caused the death, requiring plaintiffs to prove with medical certainty that earlier diagnosis would have made a meaningful difference.

How Life Justice Law Group Handles Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Cases

Life Justice Law Group approaches delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases with both legal expertise and genuine compassion for families experiencing devastating loss. Our attorneys understand that these cases involve not just legal claims but profound grief, anger, and the need for accountability. We begin every case by listening—truly listening—to your family’s story, understanding who your loved one was, how their symptoms were ignored or minimized, and how their death has impacted your family emotionally and financially.

Our investigation process is thorough and strategic. We obtain complete medical records from all relevant providers and work with highly qualified medical experts who specialize in the relevant medical fields. These experts help us understand not just what went wrong, but exactly how the standard of care was violated and what the outcome would have been with proper diagnosis. We build a comprehensive timeline that shows when symptoms appeared, when they were reported to healthcare providers, what actions were or were not taken, and how the delay directly led to your loved one’s death.

We handle all aspects of the legal process so your family can focus on healing. This includes filing the necessary legal documents, conducting thorough discovery, deposing healthcare providers and defense experts, negotiating with insurance companies, and, if necessary, taking the case to trial. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means your family pays no attorney fees unless we successfully recover compensation through settlement or verdict. Our commitment is to provide aggressive legal representation while treating your family with the dignity, respect, and sensitivity you deserve during this difficult time.

Frequently Asked Questions About Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Claims

How long do I have to file a delayed diagnosis wrongful death lawsuit in Gilbert?

Arizona law gives you two years from the date of your loved one’s death to file a wrongful death lawsuit under A.R.S. § 12-542, not two years from when you discovered the negligence or when the misdiagnosis occurred. This strict deadline is non-negotiable, and missing it will result in permanent loss of your right to pursue compensation regardless of how clear the negligence was or how strong your case might be.

Some families mistakenly believe they have more time because they only recently discovered that a delayed diagnosis caused their loved one’s death, but Arizona generally does not apply the discovery rule to extend the wrongful death statute of limitations. The two-year clock starts ticking on the date of death, which means you must act quickly even while grieving to protect your family’s legal rights.

Can I file a wrongful death claim if my loved one had other health conditions?

Yes, you can still file a wrongful death claim even if your loved one had pre-existing health conditions or other illnesses. Arizona law requires only that the delayed diagnosis was a substantial factor in causing the death, not that it was the only cause. If the delayed diagnosis significantly contributed to the death or caused it to occur sooner than it would have otherwise, you may have a valid claim even if your loved one had other health issues.

The defense will likely argue that pre-existing conditions contributed to the death and may try to minimize the role of the diagnostic delay, but this is a question for the jury to decide based on expert testimony. Your medical experts will need to explain how the delayed diagnosis independently caused harm that would not have occurred if your loved one had been properly diagnosed, even accounting for their other health conditions.

What if multiple doctors were involved in the delayed diagnosis?

When multiple healthcare providers contributed to a delayed diagnosis that resulted in death, Arizona law allows you to name all negligent parties as defendants in your wrongful death lawsuit. This might include the primary care physician who failed to order appropriate tests, the radiologist who misread imaging studies, the emergency room doctor who sent your loved one home despite concerning symptoms, or the specialist who failed to follow up on abnormal test results.

Under Arizona’s joint and several liability rules, each defendant can be held responsible for the full amount of damages if their negligence was a substantial factor in causing the death, though they may seek contribution from other negligent parties. Having multiple defendants can actually strengthen your case by providing multiple sources of insurance coverage and by making it harder for any single defendant to deflect blame when the systemic failures in your loved one’s care become apparent.

How much is a delayed diagnosis wrongful death case worth in Gilbert?

The value of a delayed diagnosis wrongful death case depends on many factors including the deceased’s age, income, and life expectancy, the number and ages of surviving family members, the severity of the negligence, and the strength of the evidence. Economic damages like lost income, benefits, and future financial support are calculated based on your loved one’s actual earnings and projected career path, and these damages have no cap under Arizona law.

Non-economic damages for loss of companionship, guidance, and love are capped at $250,000 per plaintiff in medical malpractice cases under A.R.S. § 12-572, though this cap adjusts for inflation and multiple family members can each recover up to the cap. Cases involving younger victims with decades of potential earnings or cases with particularly egregious negligence typically result in higher settlements and verdicts than cases involving older individuals with limited work history or less clear-cut negligence.

Will I have to go to court for a delayed diagnosis wrongful death case?

Most delayed diagnosis wrongful death cases settle before trial, often during mediation or after depositions are completed and both sides have a clear understanding of the case’s strengths and weaknesses. Settlement allows your family to receive compensation more quickly and with more certainty than going through a trial, which can take years and involves the risk of an unfavorable jury verdict.

However, you should be prepared for the possibility of trial if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation for your family’s losses. Your attorney will guide you through each stage of the process, from initial filing through discovery, settlement negotiations, and if necessary, trial. While going to court can feel intimidating, having experienced legal representation means you will be fully prepared and supported throughout the process.

Can I file a claim if my loved one signed a consent form before treatment?

Yes, signing consent forms or other medical paperwork does not prevent you from filing a wrongful death claim for delayed diagnosis. Consent forms typically address the known risks of specific procedures or treatments, but they do not waive a doctor’s duty to provide competent care or shield healthcare providers from liability for negligence. A patient cannot consent to substandard care or diagnostic failures.

If the defense argues that your loved one assumed the risk by signing consent forms, your attorney will demonstrate that consent to treatment is not consent to negligence, and that the forms your loved one signed did not authorize doctors to fail to diagnose life-threatening conditions or to ignore clear warning signs. Arizona law does not allow healthcare providers to contract away their fundamental obligation to meet the standard of care through consent forms or arbitration agreements in most circumstances.

Contact a Gilbert Delayed Diagnosis Wrongful Death Lawyer Today

Losing a loved one to a preventable medical error is one of life’s most painful experiences, made worse by the knowledge that proper diagnosis and treatment could have prevented or delayed their death. If your family has suffered this tragedy, you need experienced legal representation that understands both the medical complexities of delayed diagnosis cases and the profound emotional impact of wrongful death. Life Justice Law Group is committed to holding negligent healthcare providers accountable and securing the compensation your family needs to move forward.

Our Gilbert delayed diagnosis wrongful death lawyers will investigate every aspect of your loved one’s care, work with leading medical experts to prove how the delay in diagnosis caused their death, and fight aggressively for maximum compensation for your family’s losses. We handle these cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees unless we win your case. Call Life Justice Law Group today at (480) 378-8088 or complete our online contact form to schedule a free, confidential consultation where we will review your case, answer your questions, and explain how we can help your family pursue justice.