When a loved one dies in a truck accident, surviving family members gain the legal right to seek compensation for their loss. Under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-611, specific family members can file a wrongful death claim within two years of the death to recover damages including funeral expenses, lost financial support, loss of companionship, and the deceased’s pain and suffering before death.
Large truck accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities due to the significant weight and size difference between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. In Phoenix, where major interstates like I-10 and I-17 see heavy commercial truck traffic daily, families face not only devastating grief but also complex legal battles against trucking companies and their insurers who typically deploy aggressive defense teams immediately after fatal crashes. These companies often have substantial resources dedicated to minimizing liability and reducing settlement amounts, making experienced legal representation essential for families seeking justice and fair compensation.
Life Justice Law Group provides compassionate, dedicated legal representation for Phoenix families who have lost loved ones in truck accidents. Our experienced wrongful death attorneys understand both the emotional weight of your loss and the technical complexity of truck accident litigation. We offer free consultations and handle all cases on a contingency basis, meaning your family pays no attorney fees unless we win your case. Call us today at (480) 378-8088 to discuss your rights and options during this difficult time.
Understanding Wrongful Death Claims in Truck Accidents
A wrongful death claim arises when someone dies due to another party’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct. In truck accident cases, wrongful death claims allow surviving family members to seek justice and financial compensation when a commercial vehicle operator, trucking company, or other responsible party causes a fatal collision. Arizona law recognizes that families suffer measurable economic losses and immeasurable emotional harm when they lose a loved one prematurely.
These claims differ from personal injury lawsuits because the deceased victim cannot bring the case themselves. Instead, Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-612 designates specific family members who have legal standing to file the claim on behalf of the deceased and other survivors. The claim seeks to compensate both for the losses suffered by the deceased before death and the ongoing losses experienced by surviving family members.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Arizona
Arizona law establishes a clear hierarchy of who may bring a wrongful death action. Under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-612, the surviving spouse, children, or parents of the deceased have the right to file a wrongful death claim, and these parties are listed in order of priority. If the deceased was married, the surviving spouse typically has the first right to file. If there is no surviving spouse, the deceased’s children may file. If there is no spouse or children, the parents of the deceased may bring the claim.
Arizona law allows a personal representative of the deceased’s estate to file the claim if no eligible family member comes forward within a reasonable time. This personal representative acts on behalf of all beneficiaries but must distribute any recovery according to Arizona’s statutory framework. The court will not allow distant relatives or friends to file wrongful death claims unless they meet the specific statutory requirements.
Common Causes of Fatal Truck Accidents in Phoenix
Fatal truck accidents in Phoenix result from various forms of negligence and safety violations. Understanding these causes helps establish liability and build a strong wrongful death claim.
Driver Fatigue – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations under 49 CFR § 395 limit how many hours truck drivers can operate without rest, but violations remain common. Fatigued drivers experience slower reaction times, impaired judgment, and sometimes fall asleep at the wheel, leading to catastrophic collisions.
Distracted Driving – Truck drivers who use cell phones, eat, adjust GPS systems, or engage in other distracting activities while driving create extreme danger. A commercial truck traveling at highway speed covers significant distance in the seconds a driver looks away from the road.
Speeding and Aggressive Driving – Trucks require much longer stopping distances than passenger vehicles, especially when loaded. Drivers who exceed speed limits, tailgate, or make aggressive lane changes cannot stop in time to avoid collisions when traffic slows or hazards appear.
Improper Loading and Cargo Securement – Overloaded trucks or improperly secured cargo can cause trucks to become unstable, roll over, or lose loads onto roadways. Federal regulations under 49 CFR § 393 require proper cargo securement, and violations directly contribute to fatal accidents.
Poor Truck Maintenance – Trucking companies must maintain their fleets according to federal safety standards under 49 CFR § 396. Brake failures, tire blowouts, steering malfunctions, and other mechanical problems resulting from inadequate maintenance cause deadly accidents.
Inadequate Driver Training – Commercial truck drivers must hold valid commercial driver’s licenses and receive proper training. Companies that fail to adequately train drivers or hire unqualified operators put everyone on the road at risk.
Driving Under the Influence – Despite strict prohibitions, some truck drivers operate vehicles while impaired by alcohol, illegal drugs, or prescription medications. Federal regulations under 49 CFR § 382 require drug and alcohol testing, but violations occur and prove fatal.
Hours of Service Violations – Trucking companies sometimes pressure drivers to exceed federally mandated driving limits to meet delivery deadlines. These violations create exhausted drivers who cause preventable fatal collisions.
Types of Damages Available in Phoenix Truck Accident Wrongful Death Cases
Wrongful death claims in Arizona allow families to recover several categories of damages that compensate for both economic losses and non-economic harm. Understanding what compensation you can seek helps families recognize the full value of their claim.
Economic Damages – These cover measurable financial losses including medical expenses incurred before death, funeral and burial costs, loss of the deceased’s expected earnings and benefits over their lifetime, loss of household services the deceased provided, and loss of inheritance the family would have received if the deceased had lived a normal lifespan. Economic damages must be supported by financial records, employment documentation, and expert testimony regarding future earning capacity.
Non-Economic Damages – These compensate for losses that cannot be precisely calculated in dollars. Surviving family members can seek compensation for loss of companionship, guidance, and affection from the deceased, as well as loss of consortium for surviving spouses. These damages recognize that family relationships have inherent value that extends beyond financial contributions.
Pain and Suffering Before Death – If the deceased survived for any period after the accident before succumbing to injuries, the wrongful death claim can include damages for the physical pain and mental anguish the victim endured. This component seeks to compensate for the suffering the deceased experienced knowing they were dying and leaving their family behind.
Punitive Damages – Under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-613, courts may award punitive damages in wrongful death cases when the defendant’s conduct was especially reckless, malicious, or demonstrated extreme indifference to human life. Punitive damages punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct in the future, though they are only available in cases involving particularly egregious conduct.
The Truck Accident Wrongful Death Investigation Process
Building a strong wrongful death claim requires comprehensive investigation that begins immediately after the accident. The evidence-gathering process determines whether families can prove liability and recover full compensation.
Secure and Preserve the Accident Scene
Investigators must document the crash scene before evidence disappears or gets altered. This includes photographing vehicle positions, skid marks, road conditions, traffic controls, and debris patterns that indicate how the collision occurred. Weather conditions, lighting, and visibility factors must also be documented since they affect driver responsibilities.
Time is critical because accident scenes get cleared quickly and physical evidence vanishes. Trucking companies often dispatch their own investigation teams within hours of fatal accidents to gather evidence favorable to their defense. Having an attorney who can immediately deploy investigators protects your family’s interests and ensures independent documentation exists.
Obtain the Truck’s Black Box Data
Commercial trucks manufactured after a certain date carry electronic logging devices and event data recorders commonly called black boxes. These devices record crucial information including vehicle speed, brake application, engine performance, and hours of operation before the crash. Under Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, this data provides objective evidence of driver behavior and potential violations.
Trucking companies must preserve this data once they receive notice of a potential claim, but they control access to it. Attorneys can issue spoliation letters requiring preservation and can subpoena the data during litigation. This data often proves speeding, hours of service violations, or other regulatory breaches that establish liability.
Review Driver Logs and Employment Records
Federal law requires truck drivers to maintain accurate logs of their driving hours, rest periods, and duty status. Examining these logs often reveals hours of service violations or falsified records that prove driver fatigue. Driver qualification files must also be reviewed to confirm proper licensing, training, medical certification, and drug testing compliance.
Employment records sometimes show that trucking companies hired drivers with poor safety records, failed to conduct required background checks, or ignored previous violations. This evidence can establish negligent hiring and supervision claims that expand liability beyond just the driver.
Analyze Truck Maintenance Records
Federal regulations require trucking companies to maintain detailed records of vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Attorneys must subpoena and review these records to identify mechanical defects that contributed to the fatal accident. Brake inspection reports, tire replacement logs, and pre-trip inspection forms often reveal that companies knew about dangerous conditions but failed to address them.
Gaps in maintenance records or patterns of deferred repairs demonstrate that companies prioritized profit over safety. This evidence supports claims of negligent maintenance and sometimes justifies punitive damages.
Consult Accident Reconstruction Experts
Complex truck accident cases typically require accident reconstruction specialists who can analyze physical evidence, vehicle data, and witness statements to determine exactly how the collision occurred. These experts use physics, engineering principles, and computer simulations to recreate the accident and identify the specific negligent actions that caused it.
Expert testimony proves essential when trucking companies dispute liability or claim the deceased driver shared fault. Reconstruction experts provide credible, objective analysis that helps juries understand technical aspects of the collision and assign responsibility accurately.
Interview Witnesses and Gather Testimony
Eyewitnesses who saw the accident occur provide crucial testimony about driver behavior, traffic conditions, and the sequence of events leading to the collision. Investigators must locate and interview witnesses quickly before memories fade or witnesses become unavailable. Recorded statements preserve witness accounts for later use in negotiations or trial.
Other witnesses may include responding police officers, emergency medical personnel who treated the deceased, and bystanders who observed the truck’s operation before the crash. Each witness contributes pieces of evidence that together establish the complete picture of what happened and who bears responsibility.
Liability in Phoenix Truck Accident Wrongful Death Cases
Determining who can be held legally responsible for a truck accident death requires analyzing multiple potential defendants and their specific roles in causing the collision. Truck accident cases often involve more defendants than typical car accident claims.
Truck Driver Liability – The individual driver who operated the truck negligently bears direct liability for the fatal accident. Drivers owe a duty of care to operate their vehicles safely and follow all traffic laws and federal motor carrier safety regulations. When drivers breach this duty through speeding, distracted driving, fatigue, or other negligent actions, they are personally liable for resulting deaths.
Trucking Company Liability – Under the legal doctrine of respondeat superior, trucking companies are vicariously liable for negligent acts committed by their employees during the scope of employment. Companies also face direct liability for negligent hiring if they employed drivers with poor safety records, negligent training if they failed to properly prepare drivers, negligent supervision if they ignored driver violations, and negligent maintenance if they failed to keep vehicles in safe operating condition. Federal regulations under 49 CFR hold motor carriers responsible for regulatory compliance.
Cargo Loading Company Liability – Third-party companies that load cargo onto trucks must follow federal cargo securement regulations under 49 CFR § 393. When improper loading, overloading, or inadequate securement causes a truck to overturn or lose its load, the loading company shares liability for resulting deaths.
Truck or Parts Manufacturer Liability – Defective truck components or design flaws can cause fatal accidents even when drivers operate carefully. Manufacturers face strict product liability when brake systems fail, tires blow out due to manufacturing defects, or design defects make trucks prone to rollovers. These claims arise under product liability law rather than negligence principles.
Maintenance Provider Liability – Trucking companies sometimes outsource maintenance to third-party service providers. When these providers perform maintenance negligently or fail to identify dangerous mechanical conditions, they share liability for accidents their negligence causes.
Government Entity Liability – Dangerous road conditions including poorly designed intersections, inadequate signage, or unmaintained roadways sometimes contribute to fatal truck accidents. Arizona law allows claims against government entities for roadway design and maintenance failures, though sovereign immunity creates special procedural requirements and damage caps under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-820 et seq.
The Arizona Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims
Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-542 establishes a two-year statute of limitations for wrongful death claims, meaning families must file their lawsuit within two years from the date of death. This deadline is absolute, and courts dismiss cases filed even one day late regardless of the merits. The clock starts running on the date the person died, not the date of the accident, which matters in cases where the victim survived for days or weeks before succumbing to injuries.
Missing this deadline permanently bars families from recovering compensation. Trucking companies and their insurers know these deadlines and sometimes delay settlement negotiations hoping families will run out of time. Families should consult an attorney immediately after a loved one’s death to protect their rights and ensure adequate time for thorough investigation and case preparation.
Certain circumstances can extend or toll the statute of limitations. If the potential defendant fraudulently concealed facts that prevented discovery of the claim, the deadline may be extended. If the only eligible family member is a minor child, the statute may be tolled until they reach age eighteen. However, families should never assume they have extra time without consulting an attorney who can analyze the specific circumstances.
Federal Regulations Governing Commercial Trucks
Commercial trucking operates under extensive federal safety regulations enforced by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. These regulations exist because large trucks pose extreme danger when operated unsafely. Violations of these regulations often establish negligence per se in wrongful death cases.
Hours of Service Regulations – Under 49 CFR § 395, truck drivers face strict limits on how many hours they can drive before taking required rest breaks. Property-carrying drivers cannot drive more than eleven hours after ten consecutive hours off duty, cannot drive beyond the fourteenth hour after coming on duty, and must take a thirty-minute break after eight hours of driving. Violations of these rules create fatigued drivers who cause fatal accidents.
Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements – Federal regulations under 49 CFR § 382 require motor carriers to conduct pre-employment drug testing, random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment, post-accident testing after crashes, and reasonable suspicion testing when behavior suggests impairment. Positive tests must result in driver disqualification, and companies that fail to test or ignore positive results face liability when impaired drivers cause deaths.
Driver Qualification Standards – Under 49 CFR § 391, commercial truck drivers must meet specific physical, mental, and experience qualifications. They must hold valid commercial driver’s licenses with appropriate endorsements, pass medical examinations every two years, maintain acceptable driving records, and complete required training. Companies that hire unqualified drivers or ignore disqualifying conditions face negligent hiring liability.
Vehicle Maintenance Requirements – Federal regulations under 49 CFR § 396 require motor carriers to systematically inspect, repair, and maintain all vehicles under their control. Trucks must undergo annual inspections, drivers must complete pre-trip inspections, and companies must maintain detailed maintenance records. Mechanical failures resulting from inadequate maintenance establish regulatory violations that support wrongful death claims.
Cargo Securement Standards – Under 49 CFR § 393, commercial vehicles must secure cargo properly to prevent it from shifting, falling, or otherwise creating hazards. Specific securement requirements vary by cargo type. Improperly secured loads that cause fatal accidents establish clear regulatory violations.
Insurance Coverage in Truck Accident Wrongful Death Cases
Commercial trucks must carry substantially higher liability insurance than passenger vehicles due to the catastrophic damage they can cause. Federal regulations under 49 CFR § 387 require minimum insurance coverage ranging from three hundred fifty thousand dollars to five million dollars depending on the type of cargo and operation. Most trucking companies carry policies at or above these minimums, providing meaningful recovery potential for wrongful death claims.
Trucking insurance policies typically include multiple coverage layers. Primary liability coverage responds first up to policy limits, then excess or umbrella policies provide additional coverage. Understanding the available insurance coverage helps attorneys assess settlement strategy and ensures families recover maximum compensation. Insurance companies often try to minimize claims by disputing liability, arguing comparative fault, or challenging damage calculations.
Truck accident cases may involve multiple insurance policies. The trucking company’s primary carrier provides coverage, but the truck driver may have personal insurance, cargo insurers may share liability if loading contributed to the accident, and manufacturers’ product liability insurance applies if defects caused the crash. Identifying all available insurance coverage requires thorough investigation of corporate relationships and contractual agreements.
Comparative Fault in Arizona Wrongful Death Cases
Arizona follows a pure comparative negligence rule under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-2505, meaning families can recover damages even if the deceased shared some fault for the accident. However, the court reduces the damage award by the percentage of fault assigned to the deceased. If the deceased was twenty percent at fault and damages total one million dollars, the family recovers eight hundred thousand dollars.
Trucking companies routinely argue comparative fault to reduce their liability. Common defense arguments include claiming the deceased was speeding, failed to yield right of way, was distracted, or made sudden lane changes. Thorough investigation and accident reconstruction evidence help refute these defenses and minimize any fault attribution to the deceased.
The jury determines fault percentages after hearing all evidence at trial. Even if the deceased bears significant fault, families can still recover substantial compensation because commercial truck drivers are held to higher standards of care due to their professional training, experience, and the extreme danger their vehicles pose.
Settlement Versus Trial in Wrongful Death Cases
Most truck accident wrongful death cases settle before trial, but families should prepare for litigation to maximize settlement leverage. Insurance companies evaluate settlement offers based on the strength of evidence, credibility of witnesses, skill of opposing counsel, and the risk of substantial jury verdicts.
Early settlement offers rarely reflect full case value. Insurance adjusters make low initial offers hoping grief-stricken families will accept quick money rather than endure lengthy litigation. Attorneys who thoroughly investigate, retain strong experts, and demonstrate trial readiness force insurance companies to make fair settlement offers that fully compensate families.
Settlement provides certainty and faster resolution without the stress of trial. Families avoid testifying about their loss in open court and receive compensation months or years sooner than trial would allow. However, settlement amounts are final, and families cannot seek additional compensation later if they discover the case was worth more.
Trial involves presenting evidence to a jury who determines both liability and damages. Juries sometimes award substantially more than insurance companies offer in settlement, especially when evidence shows egregious conduct justifying punitive damages. Trial also publicly exposes trucking company negligence, potentially preventing future deaths. However, trials are uncertain, stressful, and time-consuming, requiring families to weigh these factors with their attorney’s guidance.
Why Truck Accident Cases Require Specialized Legal Experience
Truck accident wrongful death cases involve complex federal regulations, multiple potential defendants, corporate entities with substantial resources, and technical evidence requiring expert analysis. Attorneys without specific experience in trucking litigation often miss crucial evidence, fail to identify all liable parties, or accept inadequate settlement offers.
Experienced truck accident attorneys understand Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and recognize violations that establish negligence. They know how to obtain and analyze electronic logging device data, maintenance records, driver qualification files, and corporate safety policies. They work with accident reconstruction experts, trucking industry experts, economists, and medical professionals who provide testimony supporting maximum compensation.
Trucking companies and their insurers deploy experienced defense teams immediately after fatal accidents. These teams investigate scenes, interview witnesses, and build defense strategies before families even consult attorneys. Having an attorney who can match these resources and expertise levels the playing field and protects families from defense tactics designed to minimize compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim after a truck accident in Phoenix?
Arizona law provides a two-year statute of limitations from the date of death under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-542, meaning you must file your lawsuit within two years or permanently lose your right to compensation. This deadline is strictly enforced regardless of circumstances, so families should consult an attorney immediately after losing a loved one. While two years may seem like adequate time, thorough investigation, expert retention, and case preparation take months, and waiting too long limits your attorney’s ability to build the strongest possible case. Insurance companies sometimes delay settlement negotiations hoping families will run out of time, making early legal consultation essential to protecting your rights.
What if the truck driver was an independent contractor rather than a company employee?
Trucking companies frequently claim drivers are independent contractors to avoid liability, but Arizona and federal law look beyond labels to the actual relationship. Courts examine whether the company controlled how, when, and where the driver worked, whether the company provided the truck and equipment, and whether the relationship resembled employment regardless of contractual terms. Under 49 CFR § 390.5, companies that exercise sufficient control over drivers are deemed employers for regulatory purposes and can be held liable for driver negligence. Additionally, companies face direct liability for negligent hiring, inadequate safety oversight, or equipment maintenance failures regardless of the driver’s classification. An experienced attorney can pierce contractor arrangements and hold companies accountable when they effectively controlled the driver who caused your loved one’s death.
Can we file a wrongful death claim if the truck driver was never charged criminally?
Yes, criminal charges are completely separate from civil wrongful death claims and have no bearing on your right to seek compensation. Criminal cases require prosecutors to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, a much higher standard than civil cases which require only a preponderance of evidence, meaning more likely than not. Police may not file charges due to insufficient evidence for criminal prosecution, prosecutorial discretion, or focus on regulatory violations rather than crimes. Your wrongful death claim proceeds independently through civil court where you only need to prove the driver’s negligence more likely than not caused your loved one’s death. Many families successfully recover substantial compensation even when no criminal charges were filed, because civil liability standards differ significantly from criminal prosecution requirements.
How much is a truck accident wrongful death case worth in Arizona?
Case value depends on multiple factors including the deceased’s age, earning capacity, life expectancy, number of dependents, the nature of family relationships, degree of defendant fault, and whether conduct justifies punitive damages. Young parents with decades of earning potential ahead and dependent children typically result in higher damage awards than cases involving retired individuals. Economic damages including lost earnings, benefits, and household services can be calculated based on employment history, education, and expert economic testimony about future earning capacity. Non-economic damages for loss of companionship, guidance, and affection are more subjective and vary based on jury perception. Settlements and verdicts in significant truck accident wrongful death cases commonly reach multiple millions of dollars, particularly when evidence shows severe regulatory violations or corporate indifference to safety. An experienced attorney can evaluate your specific circumstances and provide realistic valuation after thorough investigation.
What if my loved one was partially at fault for the accident?
Arizona’s pure comparative negligence rule under Arizona Revised Statutes § 12-2505 allows recovery even if your loved one shares fault, though damages are reduced by their percentage of responsibility. If the jury determines your loved one was thirty percent at fault and awards one million dollars, you receive seven hundred thousand dollars. Trucking companies routinely argue comparative fault to reduce their liability, claiming the deceased was speeding, distracted, or violated traffic laws. However, commercial truck drivers are held to higher standards due to their professional training and the extreme danger their vehicles pose, often limiting how much fault juries assign to deceased drivers. Thorough accident reconstruction evidence and expert testimony can refute defense claims and minimize comparative fault. Even substantial shared fault does not bar recovery, and families still receive meaningful compensation reduced proportionally by the deceased’s fault percentage.
Will I have to go to court or testify if we file a wrongful death claim?
Most truck accident wrongful death cases settle before trial, meaning you likely will not testify in court. During settlement negotiations, your attorney handles all communication with insurance companies and opposing counsel, shielding you from direct contact. If your case does proceed to trial, you may need to testify about your relationship with the deceased, how their death has impacted your life, and the losses your family has suffered. Your attorney will thoroughly prepare you for testimony, conduct practice sessions, and support you throughout the process. Testifying allows you to tell the jury directly about your loved one’s life and the devastating impact of their loss. Many families find testifying provides closure and ensures the jury understands the human consequences of the trucking company’s negligence, though your attorney will guide you through what to expect and help you feel as comfortable as possible.
How do attorneys prove the trucking company was negligent?
Proving trucking company negligence requires obtaining extensive evidence through the discovery process that companies do not voluntarily provide. Attorneys issue subpoenas for electronic logging device data showing hours of service violations, maintenance records revealing deferred repairs or skipped inspections, driver qualification files proving inadequate training or negligent hiring, corporate safety policies demonstrating company-wide safety failures, and communications between drivers and dispatchers showing pressure to violate regulations. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations create specific duties that companies must follow, and violations establish negligence per se. Attorneys work with accident reconstruction experts who analyze this evidence to show exactly how company failures caused the fatal accident. Former trucking industry employees sometimes provide expert testimony about standard industry practices and how the defendant company fell short. This multi-layered investigation builds compelling evidence that companies breached their duties and directly caused your loved one’s death.
What happens if the trucking company files for bankruptcy?
Trucking company bankruptcies occur but do not necessarily prevent recovery. Federal law requires commercial trucks to carry substantial liability insurance, and insurance policies remain in effect regardless of the trucking company’s financial status. Your claim proceeds against the insurance company which must pay up to policy limits even if the trucking company dissolves. If multiple claimants exceed available insurance coverage, bankruptcy court oversees distribution of available funds among creditors including wrongful death claimants. Filing your claim early protects your priority position. Additionally, other defendants including truck manufacturers, maintenance providers, cargo loaders, or leasing companies may share liability and have separate insurance coverage. An experienced attorney can identify all potential defendants and insurance sources to maximize recovery regardless of the primary trucking company’s financial condition, ensuring your family receives the compensation you deserve despite corporate financial maneuvers.
Contact a Phoenix Truck Accident Wrongful Death Lawyer Today
Losing a loved one in a truck accident leaves families devastated emotionally and often facing serious financial hardship. While no amount of money can restore your loss, wrongful death compensation provides crucial financial security for your family’s future and holds negligent trucking companies accountable for the harm they caused. Arizona law recognizes your right to seek justice and compensation, but strict deadlines and aggressive insurance defense tactics make immediate legal representation essential.
Life Justice Law Group has extensive experience representing Phoenix families in complex truck accident wrongful death cases against major trucking companies and their insurers. We understand the federal regulations governing commercial trucking, work with top accident reconstruction and economic experts, and have the resources to take cases to trial when insurance companies refuse fair settlement offers. Most importantly, we provide compassionate support during your most difficult time while fighting aggressively for maximum compensation your family deserves. Call us today at (480) 378-8088 for a free consultation. We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis, so your family pays no attorney fees unless we win your case.