If you’ve been injured in an accident, your mind is probably racing: Will I be okay? How am I going to pay these bills? If someone else’s carelessness caused it, there’s another question underneath it all: will they be held accountable?
That’s where we come in. Esquire Law personal injury lawyers help injured Scottsdale residents pursue the compensation Arizona law allows, so you can focus on recovering instead of fighting insurance companies alone.
- Direct access to your attorney — not handed off to a case manager
- No fee unless we win
- Rated 4.8 stars by 500+ Arizona clients
- Se habla Español — bilingual support, start to finish
- A team member is available 24/7
Why Choose Esquire Law?
We combine the resources of a big firm with the personal attention of a small one. From your first consultation, you’ll know exactly what to expect and who to call.
- Clear, transparent communication from day one
- We push back on lowball offers, when insurers try to undervalue a claim, we advocate for fair compensation under Arizona law
- A track record you can check — see our case results
Two recent examples from Scottsdale-area clients:
- Rear-ended in traffic: $325,000 recovered
- Struck by a vehicle making an illegal turn: $300,000 recovered
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
With office in Phoenix, our team is as far-reaching as our areas of experience. Our injury attorneys provide legal services to victims who have suffered injuries stemming from a variety of accidents.
If you live in Scottsdale and have been involved in any of the following types of accidents, contact Esquire Law right away. You may be entitled to compensation due related to medical expenses, lost wages, property damages, or pain and suffering.
- Car Accident
- Motorcycle Accident
- Slip and Fall
- Truck Accident
- Bicycle Accident
- Boating Accident
- Brain Injury
- Dog Bite
- Pedestrian Accident
- Spinal Cord Injury
Common Personal Injury Cases in Scottsdale and What to Do Next
Scottsdale’s winter tourist season brings a wave of unfamiliar drivers and pedestrians to corridors like Loop 101, Scottsdale Rd, and Old Town, which is when several of the cases below become more common.
- Car accidents — Call 911, move to safety if you can, and get a Scottsdale Police report. Seek medical care even for minor injuries, since some, like whiplash, don’t show symptoms right away.
- Motorcycle accidents — Call 911 and get medical attention immediately, even for injuries that seem minor at first. Riders often bear more severe injuries than the other driver involved, and insurers may try to assume rider fault, so documentation and witness info at the scene matter.
- Golf cart & resort accidents — Report it to venue security or management right away, and get checked out even if you feel fine.
- E-bike & scooter accidents — Call Scottsdale Police to file a report, then get seen at the nearest urgent care or ER.
- Dog bites — Report the bite to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control and see a doctor promptly. Arizona holds owners strictly liable for dog bites under A.R.S. § 11-1025, even without a prior history.
- Pedestrian accidents — Call 911, get a Scottsdale Police report number, and seek medical care even if injuries seem minor at first.
- Slip-and-falls (resorts, stores) — Notify the property manager immediately, ask for a copy of the incident report, and photograph the hazard before it’s cleaned up or fixed.
Arizona Personal Injury Laws That Can Affect Your Claim
A few basic rules decide how much time you have to file and how fault gets divided when more than one person is responsible. Here’s where you stand on each.
How Long You Have to File
Arizona law generally gives injury victims two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit, under A.R.S. § 12-542. Miss that window, and you may lose your right to recover.
One exception: if a city, county, or state government may be responsible, that clock moves much faster, a notice of claim within 180 days and a lawsuit within one year, under A.R.S. §§ 12-821 and 12-821.01.
What Happens If You’re Partly to Blame
Being partly at fault usually doesn’t mean you can’t recover. Arizona follows a pure comparative negligence rule under A.R.S. § 12-2505, so you can still seek compensation, reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, a court finding you 20% at fault could reduce your damages by that same share.
Once fault is sorted out, the next question is usually what your claim could be worth, and Arizona law lays out several categories of damages you may be entitled to recover.
What Compensation Can I Receive?
What applies depends on your specific case, but Arizona law recognizes:
- Economic damages — medical bills, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage
- Non-economic damages — pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages — under A.R.S. §§ 12-611, 12-612, surviving family may seek compensation for lost companionship, lost financial support, funeral costs, and grief
- Punitive damages — rare, case-by-case, and only where conduct meets Arizona’s “evil mind” standard (e.g., some drunk-driving cases); never guaranteed
- Loss of consortium — a spouse, or in narrower cases a parent or child, may claim for lost companionship or support tied to a loved one’s serious injury
Compensation varies by case. An attorney can walk you through which categories may apply to yours.
What You Need to Show to Get Compensation
Most personal injury cases in Arizona hinge on proving negligence, a failure to meet the standard of care owed to others that results in harm. To establish negligence, four elements typically must be shown:
- The defendant owed you a duty of care
- The defendant breached that duty
- The breach caused your accident or injury
- You sustained damages as a result
This is the legal foundation behind most of the cases Esquire Law handles, and it’s the standard our attorneys build every claim around.
Our Legal Approach For Personal Injury Claim
We take a step-by-step approach so you always know what’s happening with your case and why.
- Free Initial Consultation
We start by listening. You’ll walk us through what happened, ask any questions, and hear your options, with no cost and no obligation. What this means for you: a clear picture of where you stand before you decide anything. - Investigation
We gather the evidence your case needs, including police reports, medical records and bills, photos and video from the scene, eyewitness accounts, expert testimony, and family interviews when relevant. What this means for you: you focus on recovering. We track down the proof. - Negotiating With Insurance Companies
Once your case is built, we file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurer and negotiate on your behalf. Insurers don’t always act in good faith, and initial offers are often lower than what a claim may actually be worth. If an adjuster contacts you directly: file promptly, avoid admitting fault, decline a recorded statement, share only what’s specifically asked, and talk to us before accepting any offer. What this means for you: you’re not negotiating alone against an insurer whose job is to minimize your payout. - Litigation, If Necessary
If a fair settlement isn’t possible, you may have the right to take your case to court. We prepare and litigate on your behalf, and a lawsuit can also help hold the responsible party accountable. What this means for you: filing suit doesn’t mean you’re locked into a trial. Most cases settle before then, but you have an attorney ready to go the distance if yours doesn’t.
No two accident cases look exactly alike, and the way a firm handles the details often makes the biggest difference in how a case resolves. Here’s what some of our clients have shared about their experience working with us.
Client Testimonials
We pride ourselves on being Scottsdale’s premier legal resource. We communicate transparently with our clients and advocate on their behalf to take the stress and worry out of their recovery process.
See what our clients are saying about us.
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I can’t thank Esquire Law enough for everything they did for me. From the very beginning, they handled … More my case with professionalism, compassion, and genuine care. They kept me informed every step of the way, were incredibly detailed, and always took the time to answer my questions and make sure I understood the process.Their team fought hard on my behalf and worked tirelessly to get me the outcome I deserved. I truly felt like they had my best interests at heart throughout my entire case.If you’re looking for a law firm that is honest, dedicated, knowledgeable, and committed to getting results, I highly recommend Esquire Law. I’m extremely grateful for everything they did for me, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone who needs outstanding legal representation. Thank you again for your hard work and dedication! -
I've had attorneys in the past, none of which were attentive, caring, informative and capable of … More doing their job to the expectation myself and clients in general look for and actually expect from an attorney.Then I called Esquire law, and this wonderful young man…Mr.Bryce Brown returned my call.He was everything I expected from an attorney and more! The genuine care n concern he has for his clients and the transparency of his expectations of the case is more rewarding than the outcome of the case…. Well almost just kidding Bryce, you are a man of your word, you speak truthfully and keep it real. Which is what people want… Well, us "ol school folks" anyway.To show up at almost every Dr appt…I thought, why is he here? My last attorney, I only know what he looks like from his pix on the company website. Never met him.So needless to say, I was a lil shocked that Bryce showed up. But it was a comfort honestly.If you're in need of an attorney that will truly keep your best interests at heart, be honest, transparent, and communicates… Then BRYCE BROWN- Esquire law!
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My lawyer was Kyle Allan! He was fantastic from start to finish. I had no clue of how to get the medical … More help I needed after a very scary car accident that totaled out my vehicle and left me with several serious injuries. He found the right doctors close to my home and I was treated for my injuries without payment up front. He responded to text and calls right away and I was always in the know about my case and next steps. He settled my case very quickly getting me the maximum and negotiated the large medical bills down as much as possible. I would recommend this firm to anyone who has been in a car accident to help settle their case. I was happy from start to finish and now able to afford the bills accrued from being off work without the financial frustration. The settlement amount was far more than I had expected but more than the money I felt like he really cared about my recovery. I had never gone through anything this tramatic but not having to deal with the at fault drivers insurance company making it feel as it was my fault to save themselves money and with Kyle representing me and dealing with them while I was focusing on getting better was the best decision I could have made. Without a doubt the compassion and results speak volumes.. Even when he himself was welcoming a new baby he prepared me for his few days of absence and reached out as soon as he returned. I believe he went above and beyond and for that I'm grateful. THANK YOU KYLE ALLAN!!! And THANK YOU ESQUIRE LAW GROUP.
Get in Touch with a Scottsdale Personal Injury Lawyer for a Free Consultation
Whatever kind of accident you’ve been in, reaching out early helps protect the evidence and testimony your case may need. You don’t have to face this alone, and you don’t have to worry about cost upfront: Esquire Law works on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we recover for you.
Schedule your free, confidential consultation today. Call us or contact us via the website today to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clients ask all the time, what is my case worth? And the honest answer is—it depends. It depends on a lot of factors. It depends on how much insurance coverage is available. It depends on whether or not the person who hit you has money outside of their insurance coverage to go after.
It depends on your injuries
– How severe are they?
– What kind of treatment does it take to get you better?-
– Is there going to be future care required?
– Do you have pain and suffering, mental issues, anxiety, or depression?
– Have you lost wages? What are those lost wages, and can we prove them?
There are so many factors that go into determining what your case is worth. And there is no way to know at the very beginning of your case. It takes time to figure that out and to work that up.
One of the most common questions we get from clients is, what is my case worth? And here’s how we break it down. There’s honestly no way to know what your case is worth at the very beginning. And I generally tell clients, any lawyer that’s giving you a concrete amount or telling you what your case is worth is lying to you. There are so many factors that go into the value of your case.
Those factors include:
Applicable insurance coverage:
– How much coverage is there?
– What are the policy limits?
– Does the person at fault have insurance coverage?
– Does the person at fault have assets?
– Do you have underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage?
That’s the beginning. What also goes into how much your case is worth would be your damages, so the question becomes, what are your injuries? What is it going to take to get you better? And what does your future look like?
Another thing that goes into how much your case is worth is whether or not you have lost wages, pain, and suffering. There are so many factors, and there’s no way to know right away the value of your claim. It takes time.
The number one question clients ask is, how long is my case going to take? And the frustrating answer is—it depends. Some cases settle within weeks, some within months, and some can take years. Most cases resolve sooner, but others may need to go into litigation, trial, or court, and that can take a long time.
Your case is ready for settlement once your injuries are known and your attorney can present your damages to the insurance company. But sometimes, the insurance company doesn’t value your case the way it should. When that happens, it can take longer because your attorney may need to engage in mediations, litigation, or court hearings.
So there really is no concrete answer. Every case is different.
Filing a personal injury lawsuit is complex. But Esquire Law is here to guide and support you every step of the way. From scheduling a consultation and gathering evidence to investigating the claim and submitting paperwork, trial lawyers will handle it all so you don’t have to. You may have the right to pursue legal action in court and hold the negligent party accountable. We review on a case-by-case basis and will assist with everything from trial preparation to litigation.
You were just in a car accident. Who do you think is responsible for paying for your damages? The answer might surprise you. You might think that when you’re in an accident that the only person responsible for paying for your damages is the other driver.
In reality, there are a lot more options that we can look into for you. A lot of people can be responsible for your damages, whether that be:
– The driver
– Another passenger in the vehicle
– The owner of the vehicle, if it’s a different person from the driver
– A company that owns the vehicle
– Your insurance company, if you have the right insurance
– Maintenance workers
– Negligent HOAs
Really, there’s a whole list of possibilities for you, depending on your case, that you can recover money from.
A common question clients ask us is, “I have health insurance. Why are my medical bills coming out of the settlement?” And the short answer is that most of the time, if your health insurance pays for treatment that you receive a settlement for, you have to pay them back.
It sometimes depends on your health insurance policy documents and whether or not it’s a government policy, but in most cases, your health insurance has a right to be reimbursed from your settlement. So whether you used your health insurance for treatment or not, you still have to pay those medical costs back.
Unless you receive a policy limits offer, you should never accept the first settlement offer. Insurance companies live by under-settling your claims. They want to pay you the least amount of money so that they can increase their profits.
That is why I always advise clients to never accept the first settlement offer—talk with an attorney about your options and what steps to take next. You would be surprised how beneficial it is to hire an attorney and how they could increase that offer from what the insurance company has already presented you with.
Insurance companies offer fast money for one sneaky reason.
What do you do if, after a car accident, the insurance company is all over it? They’ve got someone evaluating your car, they’re offering you a check, maybe $5,000, and they’re ready to pay you right now.
Why do you think they’re so eager to get this done so quickly? They want you to take it and sign away your rights before you have the opportunity to speak with a lawyer.
Don’t fall for that trick.