Valley Accident Law, Scottsdale, Arizona
Personal Injury Lawyer in Scottsdale, Serving the Phoenix Metro
When someone else’s mistake changes your life, Valley Accident Law helps injured people across the Phoenix metro understand their rights and stand up to the insurance company. Charles Paglialunga is the personal injury lawyer in Scottsdale you will talk with when you call, and he is glad to answer your questions. We are protecting the rights of accident victims, and the first consultation is free.
When Someone Else’s Mistake Changes Your Life
A serious injury is more than a hospital bill. It is missed work, mounting questions about how to pay rent next month, and an insurance adjuster on the other end of the phone trying to settle the claim before you understand what your case is actually worth. You did not ask for any of it. That is what a Scottsdale personal injury lawyer is for.
The point is not to chase money. The point is to make sure the person or company that caused your injury, and the insurance company that stands behind them, takes responsibility for the actual cost of what they did.
Valley Accident Law has represented injured Arizonans for 32 years. Founder Charles Paglialunga has handled everything from rear-end collisions on Loop 101 to wrongful death claims across the Phoenix metro. Charles is a Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum member.
We are a personal injury law firm in Scottsdale AZ, and our work is protecting the rights of accident victims: people hurt in car crashes, motorcycle wrecks, truck collisions, pedestrian and bicycle accidents, and dog attacks. If you are looking for an accident attorney in Scottsdale, the best first step is a conversation. Talk to Charles today.
Who We Are: A Personal Injury Lawyer in Scottsdale Who Answers Your Questions
We keep the process simple. We answer your questions first, and then we decide together what comes next.
- Who we are
We help people who have been injured by negligent, reckless or intentional actions. This includes all kinds of accidents and also injuries caused by dangerous products such as pharmaceuticals and medical devices.
- What we do
First, we answer your questions and make sure you understand all of your rights and the legal process. Then, we can assess your case. Together we will decide what is the best course of action for you.
- Why we care
Over the past 32 years we have represented people with all levels of personal injuries. These clients were facing battles with large corporate wrongdoers and insurance companies. It’s our mission to even the playing field and get justice.
A Word From Charles Paglialunga, Founder
“For the last 32 years I have been an advocate for those with claims against insurance companies, drug companies, and medical device manufacturers. Your case matters to me and I treat you the way I would want my own family treated if they called an attorney. I enjoy answering questions and explaining how the process works. I believe the cases I handle make everyone safer by providing justice for my clients and education and accountability for those who injure them.
Many of the cases we have handled involved very bad behavior by corporate defendants and individuals who likely deliberately concealed information about how their products could harm people. It’s important that bad actors compensate the people they harm. I work hard for my clients so they can receive the full justice the law allows. I believe deserving cases should be resolved and settled as quickly as our judicial system will allow as long as my clients are fully compensated. However, if defendants refuse to do what’s right and provide my clients the justice they deserve, I’m prepared to fight for my clients in the courtroom.”
Charles Paglialunga, Founder, Valley Accident Law
Your case matters to me and I treat you the way I would want my own family treated if they called an attorney.
Accident and Personal Injury Law: Cases We Handle
Every injury case is different, but most of our work falls into a handful of categories. Start with the situation closest to yours, and if it is not on this list, call us anyway. The first conversation is free and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.
- Car and Auto Accidents
The most common case in Phoenix is a car accident. We represent drivers and passengers hurt in rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, head-on impacts, and rollovers. Arizona’s statute of limitations on most car accident claims is two years (A.R.S. 12-542). Dealing with insurance companies after you have been seriously injured in an accident can be scary. Give us a call and we can talk on the phone about your case. To learn more about car accident claims and what to expect, read about working with a car accident lawyer Scottsdale after a crash.
- Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle riders face higher injury severity in any collision. We have handled crashes caused by drivers turning left across traffic, distracted drivers, and lane changes that ignored a rider in the next lane. If you or someone you know has been hurt in a motorcycle accident, please call so we can help answer your questions and assess your case with a free evaluation. Read about motorcycle cases from a Scottsdale motorcycle accident lawyer, or ask a motorcycle accident lawyer in Arizona about your own crash.
- Truck and Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Tractor-trailer and commercial truck cases are different from regular car accidents. Federal regulations apply, and the trucking company’s insurance is usually larger and more aggressive. As a personal injury attorney, I have handled truck accident cases for many years. If you are in an accident with a commercial truck, please call. More on truck accident cases from a truck accident law firm that knows what a truck accident lawyer has to ask the carrier for.
- Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Phoenix and Scottsdale see pedestrian fatalities every year. Crosswalk strikes, parking-lot incidents, and crashes on Pima Road or Shea Boulevard often involve drivers who simply did not look. If you or someone you know has been hurt because of someone else’s negligence or recklessness, we would like to answer your questions and help. As a cyclist, you are entitled to the same protection as any other vehicle. If you are in an accident caused by another vehicle while riding, please give us a call. Pedestrian and bicycle cases are core practice areas, covered by a Scottsdale pedestrian accident attorney page and a bicycle accident lawyer Scottsdale page.
- Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
Arizona is a strict-liability state for dog bites. The owner is responsible whether or not the dog had a prior bite history, as long as the victim was in a public place or lawfully on private property (A.R.S. 11-1025). Call today if you or someone you know is injured either by being bitten by a dog or otherwise by the neglect of a dog owner who fails to control their dog. The deadlines differ: one year for a strict liability claim and two years for a negligence claim (A.R.S. 12-541(5) and 12-542). Read more from a Scottsdale dog bite attorney before time runs short.
What an Arizona Personal Injury Claim Is Worth
Arizona law lets you recover the full cost of an injury. That includes medical bills already paid, future medical care, lost wages, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, loss of consortium for serious injuries, and in some cases punitive damages when the conduct was reckless or intentional. Arizona does not cap personal injury or wrongful death damages (Ariz. Const. art. 2 sec. 31 and art. 18 sec. 6). Punitive damages are the exception, not the rule: courts look for an “evil mind” shown by clear and convincing evidence (Linthicum v. Nationwide, Ariz. 1986). Drunk driving cases often qualify for punitive damages.
Insurance adjusters do not lead with that number. They lead with whatever number gets the file closed fastest. The first offer in most car accident cases is well below what the case is actually worth, and a fast acceptance can leave you on the hook for medical bills your health insurance later refuses to cover under subrogation rules.
We do not take a fast settlement. We document the injury, build the medical record, calculate future losses with the right experts when the case warrants it, and negotiate from a position of full information. For a closer look at how value is built, read our guide on what a personal injury case is worth.
Arizona Comparative Fault: Why “Partial Fault” Does Not End Your Case
Arizona is a pure comparative fault state. You can recover damages even if you were partially at fault for the accident. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but it is not eliminated (A.R.S. 12-2505). That matters because insurance companies and their attorneys often negotiate the percentage of fault, and adjusters often try to assign you a higher percentage than the facts support. A share of fault that starts as “20 percent at fault” on the adjuster’s scratchpad can come down once the police report, witness statements, and accident reconstruction are reviewed. The difference is real money.
What the adjuster may say
- You were following too closely or driving too fast.
- You should have seen the other driver coming.
- Your injuries came from something before the crash.
- This offer is fair, and it expires soon.
What the evidence can show
- The police report and photos of the scene.
- Witness statements and any camera footage.
- Accident reconstruction, when the case warrants it.
- Medical records tied to the date of the crash.
More Ways We Help Injured People Across the Valley
These are the situations people ask about most, with the pages that explain each one. If yours does not fit neatly, call us and we will tell you honestly what we see.
- Rideshare crashes
Insurance for a rideshare crash changes with the app status and whether a passenger is aboard (A.R.S. 28-4038). Read how an Arizona uber accident attorney sorts out the coverage, or how a Scottsdale Lyft accident lawyer would ask the same first question, and why an Arizona Uber accident lawyer starts there too. For crashes in Phoenix, see uber accident lawyer Phoenix, which also covers what a Lyft accident lawyer in Phoenix or a rideshare accident lawyer in Phoenix would explain to riders, drivers and passengers.
- Tractor-trailers and big rigs
Semi-truck crashes on the interstates bring driver files, logs, and large carriers into the case. A 18 wheeler accident lawyer page explains what we ask for first, whether you call it an 18 wheeler accident attorney or a semi truck accident attorney. In Phoenix, see the Phoenix 18 wheeler accident law group page, which explains how a Phoenix truck accident lawyer approaches these cases and how a truck accident lawyer in Phoenix can help your family.
- Motorcycle crashes in Phoenix
Riders hurt in Phoenix can start with a motorcycle accident lawyer Phoenix page, which also serves riders looking for a Phoenix motorcycle accident lawyer or a Deer Valley motorcycle accident lawyer.
- Falls and bus crashes
A fall on someone else’s property turns on proof, and surveillance video is often overwritten quickly. Learn how a slip and fall claim in Paradise Valley or Scottsdale works, and what a slip & fall lawyer in Scottsdale would ask first. If you were hurt on a bus, a Scottsdale bus accidents attorney can explain how a public transit crash differs, because a bus accidents lawyer in Scottsdale has to watch the notice-of-claim deadline closely.
- Life-changing injuries
Some injuries change everything. Read about a Scottsdale spinal cord injury attorney, and what a Scottsdale spinal cord injury lawyer does for families, and a Scottsdale brain injury lawyer page for anyone comparing a Scottsdale brain injury attorney with other Scottsdale brain injury attorneys in town. For the broadest cases, see a Scottsdale catastrophic injury lawyer.
- Impaired and distracted drivers
A crash caused by a drunk or distracted driver raises its own questions. See the page from a Scottsdale drunk driving accident lawyer, or what a drunk driving accident lawyer in Scottsdale can do for victims, and the page on a Scottsdale distracted driving accident lawyer.
- North Valley and beyond
We also serve people well outside Scottsdale. Visit the page for a North Valley pedestrian accident lawyer, a North Valley dog bite lawyer, or the bicycle accident lawyer Phoenix page for cyclists. For neighbors next door, a Paradise Valley personal injury attorney page covers an injury claim in Paradise Valley, including a Paradise Valley personal injury attorney and a Paradise Valley car accident attorney near you.
- What clients say
Wondering how to find the best personal injury lawyer Scottsdale for your case? Read what past clients wrote about working with Charles and make up your own mind.
The Two-Year Window
Most Arizona personal injury claims must be filed within two years of the injury (A.R.S. 12-542). Wait too long and, under most circumstances, the case is gone, no matter how strong it is. Claims against government entities (a city, the state, ADOT, a public bus or police vehicle) require a notice of claim within 180 days (A.R.S. 12-821.01), which is a much shorter window most people miss because they do not know to look for it. A lawsuit against a public entity generally must follow within one year after the claim accrues (A.R.S. 12-821).
If your injury is recent, you have time. If it is approaching the two-year mark, call us today. The earlier you call, the better, but it’s never too late to find out your legal rights.
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What Working with Valley Accident Law Looks Like
We enjoy answering questions and explaining how the process works. Here is what to expect when you call.
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A free first consultation
The first consultation is free. We will look at your situation, tell you whether you have a case, and tell you what we think it is worth based on the facts in front of us.
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A plan we choose together
If we take the case, we work on contingency. You pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. Together we will decide what is the best course of action for you, and we will explain your legal rights along the way.
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We deal with the insurance company
Requests for recorded statements, medical records, and that fast first offer come through us, so you can focus on your recovery instead of on the adjuster’s next phone call.
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We negotiate, and we file suit if we must
We negotiate from the full record. If the insurance company will not be reasonable, we file suit.
Talk to a Scottsdale Personal Injury Attorney Today
Call us. Tell us what happened. We will give you straight answers about your options. Call (602) 584-8054 for a free consultation.
We are not the largest firm in Arizona, and that is intentional. We take the cases we can fight hard for, and we leave the volume practice to volume firms. Many families want a personal injury attorney Scottsdale neighbors already trust. If you are comparing an Arizona personal injury attorney with a larger office, ask who will actually return your calls. A Scottsdale injury lawyer can answer that question directly on a free case review.
Choosing Valley Accident Law as your personal injury law attorney means choosing local expertise, proven success, dedicated support, and a commitment to justice. Act now rather than postponing. For a free, no-obligation consultation with a Scottsdale personal injury attorney, get in touch with us right now. Let us be your advocates in seeking the justice and compensation you deserve. Our office is at 5635 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 170, Scottsdale, AZ 85250. We take cases anywhere in Arizona, so you can call us wherever in the state you were hurt.
About Results
Past results do not predict future results. Legal cases are highly individual and fact specific. Cases with similar injuries and even similar liability facts can result in highly disparate settlements or verdicts.
Questions
Questions about working with Valley Accident Law
How much does hiring a personal injury lawyer cost?
We take cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fee unless we recover money for you. This pricing schedule makes sure that everyone has access to high-quality legal counsel, irrespective of their financial situation. We will explain how costs are handled during your free consultation.
What kinds of lawsuits involving personal injuries do you handle?
We take on a wide variety of issues, so you always have a support system in place, no matter what. Our experience includes medical malpractice, wrongful death, dog attacks, slip-and-fall events, and accidents involving cars, trucks, and motorcycles. We are committed to providing thorough legal assistance in a range of personal injury situations.
How long does it take to settle a personal injury case?
A personal injury case’s duration might vary depending on a number of circumstances, such as the case’s complexity and the parties’ level of cooperation. We work diligently to settle matters as soon as possible while working toward just compensation in full for our clients. We put a high priority on a prompt settlement without sacrificing the caliber of your case.
For a small injury, do I need a personal injury lawyer?
Physically and financially, even relatively small accidents can have long-term effects. It is important to consult with our skilled personal injury lawyer, even if the damage seems minor. Our legal knowledge helps make sure your rights are upheld and that you get just compensation while taking any potential long-term effects into account. Injuries with no or seemingly minor symptoms at first can still matter later.
Can I still pursue a personal injury claim if the accident was partially my fault?
Yes, even if you shared some of the blame for the accident, you could still be able to file a personal injury claim. Due to Arizona’s “comparative negligence” legal framework, your settlement might be lowered in proportion to your degree of fault. Speaking with us will help you sort through the intricacies of comparative negligence and determine whether your claim is viable.
What should I do first after an accident in Scottsdale?
If safely possible, before any vehicle is moved, take photos of the scene, the vehicles, and any injuries. Get medical attention, make sure there is a police report, and do not agree to a recorded statement with the other side’s insurance company until you understand your rights. Our guide on what to do after a car accident walks through each step.
How do I choose an accident lawyer near me?
Look for someone you can actually reach. Ask who will handle your case, who will answer your calls, and how fees are handled. Our office is at 5635 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 170, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, and we are glad to answer those questions on a free case review.
Will my case go to court?
Most claims resolve through negotiation, and we do not rush that process or accept a low first offer. Whether a lawsuit is ever needed depends on your situation, and we explain every option before you decide anything. Filing a lawsuit does not always mean a trial, and it can protect your rights while talks continue.
Let Us Answer Your Questions and Help With Your Case
Call (602) 584-8054 or request your free case evaluation. Our experienced and friendly attorney will explain your legal rights and what we think your case is worth. The earlier you call, the better, but it’s never too late to find out your legal rights.