Getting hurt because of someone else’s negligence is disorienting enough without also having to fight an insurance company for what you’re owed. Rock Law Firm helps Arizona personal injury victims across the state — from Gilbert and the greater Phoenix metro to Tucson, Flagstaff, and every community in between — hold negligent parties accountable and recover the compensation they need to move forward.
Attorney Jacob Goodman built Rock Law Firm on a simple idea: dealing with an injury is already hard enough without a lawyer who makes you feel like a number. We call ourselves the “nice guy law firm” because we listen first, explain your options clearly, and never pressure you into a decision. As with most personal injury cases, we work on a contingency basis — no fee unless we win.
Personal injury law covers situations where someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional conduct causes you physical or emotional harm. Common Arizona personal injury claims include:
If another party’s carelessness caused you harm, you may have the right to pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Arizona follows a pure comparative negligence rule under A.R.S. § 12-2509. This is one of the more injury-victim-friendly fault systems in the country: even if you share significant blame for what happened, you can still recover compensation. Your total damages are simply reduced by your percentage of fault — there’s no cutoff that bars recovery once you cross a certain threshold, unlike many other states.
For example, if a jury finds your total damages are $100,000 but assigns you 30% of the fault, you can still recover $70,000. Insurance companies routinely try to shift blame onto injury victims specifically because it reduces their payout under this rule, which is one of the biggest reasons having an attorney negotiate on your behalf matters.
Arizona also generally does not cap damages in personal injury cases against private individuals or businesses — the Arizona Constitution specifically prohibits the legislature from limiting recoverable damages in these cases. Claims against government entities follow separate rules and much tighter deadlines.
Missing a filing deadline can permanently end your right to compensation, no matter how strong your case is. Key Arizona deadlines under Title 12, Chapter 5, Article 3, include:
Because government claims move on such a short timeline, it’s critical to speak with an attorney immediately if a public entity might be involved.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the injury. Claims against a government entity require a notice of claim within 180 days, and some claim types, such as work injuries or dog bites, follow a 1-year timeline. Because deadlines vary and exceptions are limited, it’s best to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after an injury.
Yes. Arizona’s pure comparative negligence rule lets you recover damages even if you were mostly responsible for your own injury — your compensation is simply reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance adjusters often try to inflate your share of blame, which is exactly why representation matters.
Most Arizona personal injury attorneys, including Rock Law, work on a contingency basis — you pay no upfront fees, and we only get paid a percentage of your settlement or verdict if we win your case.
Generally, no. Arizona’s Constitution prohibits capping damages in personal injury cases against private parties. Claims against government entities are handled differently and involve stricter procedural rules.
Get medical attention right away, even if you feel fine — some injuries take time to show symptoms, and prompt documentation strengthens your claim. Report the incident, gather evidence if you’re able, and avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurance company before talking to an attorney.
Serving communities throughout Arizona. If someone else’s negligence left you injured, you don’t have to sort it out alone — reach out and let’s talk through what happened and what your options look like.
