Scottsdale, Arizona
Wrongful death guidance in Scottsdale.
When a loved one passes away because of another person’s wrongful act, your family may have legal questions alongside grief. We offer a calm place to discuss the facts and understand the options.
Available in English and Spanish
Make room for questions at your pace.
A wrongful death claim concerns a loss caused by another’s wrongful act, neglect, or default. It is different from simply settling a loved one’s estate. Who may bring the claim and who may benefit are questions Arizona law answers specifically.
Turquoise Law Group can help your family discuss the circumstances, available records, and possible next steps. Our estate and probate work also helps us recognize when a separate estate question needs attention. You do not need to arrive with every answer.
Understand the issues your family may face.
Who can bring the claim
Arizona identifies specific family members and representatives who may bring a wrongful death action. We review family relationships and any estate appointment.
The circumstances of the loss
Reports, medical records, witness information, and other evidence help explain what happened. We discuss which records may be relevant.
Financial and personal losses
A family’s loss may include financial support and the personal effects of losing a relationship. The facts and applicable law guide what may be claimed.
Coordination with estate matters
A wrongful death action and probate serve different purposes. We help identify whether a personal representative or separate estate work may be needed.
A conversation before a commitment.
Your first consultation is free. We explain the proposed work and fees before you decide whether to hire us.
- Bring your questions
- Meet in Scottsdale or talk remotely
- Ask for your preferred language
Begin with the records you already have.
One family member can help gather documents for the first conversation. Keep originals safe and tell us which records you are still waiting for.
- The date and circumstances of the loss, plus available reports
- Family relationships and any personal representative appointment
- Insurance correspondence, medical records, and related expenses
- Questions about financial support, probate, or an existing claim
A careful review of the path ahead.
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Listen and review the timeline
We begin with what your family knows and identify dates that may affect legal rights.
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Clarify the people and claims involved
We review eligible parties and whether the matter also involves an estate or another proceeding.
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Evaluate records and available options
We discuss what the evidence shows, what remains unknown, and the work a claim may require.
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Agree on the scope before proceeding
We explain fees, responsibilities, and next steps so your family can make an informed choice.
Questions about your next step.
These answers cover common starting points. Bring your own facts and documents to a consultation.
Call (480) 863-6303Arizona law identifies a surviving spouse, child, parent or guardian, or a personal representative as possible parties to bring the action. The action is for the benefit of the eligible survivors, or the estate if none survive. We review the specific family circumstances.
No. Probate addresses the administration of a person’s estate. A wrongful death action addresses a claim arising from the death. The two may involve related records or a personal representative, but they are separate legal matters.
Ask promptly, even if you are still gathering records. Arizona generally provides a two-year period for wrongful death actions, but other rules can apply. Public-entity claims can require a much earlier notice, so do not rely on the general period alone.
A wrongful death action is a civil matter. Whether a civil claim is available depends on the facts and law, and is a separate question from whether criminal charges are filed. Bring any information about other investigations.
Yes. The effect of the death can differ among eligible survivors. Arizona law addresses distribution in proportion to their damages. We can discuss how those interests need to be identified and handled.
No. Bring what you have and list what is missing. An early conversation can help identify time-sensitive issues and useful records. The consultation does not commit your family to pursuing a lawsuit.
Arizona legal resources
- Wrongful death actions: A.R.S. § 12-611
- Eligible parties: A.R.S. § 12-612
- Filing periods: A.R.S. § 12-542
General information, not advice for your individual case. Laws and deadlines depend on the facts of your matter.
Start a conversation
Find a calm place to start.
Share what your family is facing. We can discuss the legal questions and possible next steps in a free consultation.
- Phone, video, or in our Scottsdale office
- Free and with no obligation
- Available in English and Spanish