Wrongful Death

The Law Offices of John Phebus has the compassion and experience to help you through hard times.

The term “wrongful death” refers to claims brought by survivors of a person who has died as a result of negligence or other wrongful conduct. The recovery in such suits is for lost financial support, for loss of companionship, friendship, society, love and affection, and for grief. Individuals who bring wrongful death actions are generally members of the immediate or even extended family. Wrongful death actions are often times the sole remedy for the surviving family members to receive the proper compensation from the liable or negligent party.

The Law Offices of John Phebus understands that wrongful death cases are particularly sensitive. At the same time The Law Offices of John Phebus recognizes that, just as in regard to other personal injury cases, time is often of the essence in a wrongful death case. Our experienced attorneys handle every case with the appropriate level of sensitivity and tenacity.

The Law Offices of John Phebus provides services primarily in Arizona; however through associating with attorneys in other states, the attorneys in the firm have provided such services in several Midwestern states in addition to Arizona.

Just as in personal injury actions, insurance companies will take advantage of the bereaved by making quick settlement offers. The Law Offices of John Phebus can ensure that your rights are protected while treating you and your family with the compassion that you deserve during your difficult time.

Wrongful death cases are handled on a contingent fee basis with the fee being a percentage of the recovery. If there is no recovery, there is no fee.