Chandler, Arizona
Chandler personal injury lawyer, for the East Valley.
From the Price Freeway (Loop 101) and Loop 202 Santan to I-10 and Arizona Avenue, Chandler’s roads carry tech-corridor commuters and heavy truck traffic. Our Phoenix office is about 30 minutes away, and we answer today.
- Free consultation — you owe nothing unless we win
- Se habla español
- Office in Phoenix
Now Injury Law represents people hurt in Chandler, Arizona, from our central Phoenix office. Free consultation — you owe nothing unless we win. Most Arizona injury claims must be filed within two years, and claims against a public entity need a notice of claim within 180 days. Se habla español.
Key facts
| Filing deadline (most injury claims) | 2 years | A.R.S. § 12-542 |
|---|---|---|
| Claims against a public entity | Notice of claim within 180 days; lawsuit within 1 year | A.R.S. § 12-821.01, A.R.S. § 12-821 |
| Shared fault | Pure comparative fault: your share reduces, but does not bar, recovery | A.R.S. § 12-2505 |
| Arizona office | 340 E Palm Lane, Ste A265, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 · (480) 631-4945 | |
| Fee | Free consultation — you owe nothing unless we win | |
| Language | Se habla español (bilingual case managers) | |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Chandler traffic, explained
Chandler sits where several of the Valley’s major routes meet. I-10 runs along its western edge, the Loop 101 (Price Freeway) runs north–south through the city, and the Loop 202 Santan Freeway crosses the south side. Arizona Avenue, Chandler Boulevard, Ray Road, and Alma School Road connect large employment campuses, downtown Chandler, and shopping areas such as the Chandler Fashion Center area.
Heavy commuting means rush-hour rear-end collisions and freeway merging crashes are common. Industrial and logistics traffic near I-10 and along the Price Corridor also brings tractor-trailers and delivery vehicles onto local roads. Commercial vehicle crashes involve federal trucking rules, company policies, and often several insurers, so evidence like driver logs and onboard data needs to be requested promptly.
Bicycles, pedestrians and neighborhood streets
Chandler has extensive bike lanes and canal paths, and many residential arterials with 45 mph limits. When a cyclist or pedestrian is hit at those speeds, injuries are often serious. Your own auto policy’s uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage may help even if you weren’t in a car, so keep your policy information when you call.
Arizona law and your Chandler claim
The general deadline to file an injury lawsuit in Arizona is two years (A.R.S. § 12-542). A claim against the City of Chandler, Maricopa County or the State requires a notice of claim within 180 days (A.R.S. § 12-821.01). Arizona’s pure comparative fault rule (A.R.S. § 12-2505) reduces, but does not bar, recovery when you share some fault.
If a lawsuit is filed, it is heard in the Maricopa County Superior Court, which has its main courthouses downtown and regional facilities including the Southeast Justice Center in Mesa (222 E Javelina Ave). Most claims resolve before trial.
After an accident in Chandler
Chandler Regional Medical Center serves the city, along with many urgent care clinics. Prompt treatment protects your health and documents the link between the crash and your injuries, which insurers often challenge.
If a commercial vehicle was involved, photograph the company name, truck number and USDOT number on the cab. Get witness contacts, and avoid discussing fault. Then call us so evidence requests can go out quickly.
What to expect from us
You get a named case manager, a set response window, and plain-language updates. We gather the police report (Chandler Police or DPS for freeway crashes), preserve evidence, coordinate treatment, and handle the insurers, then show you exactly what every offer means for you.
Practice Areas
Cases we handle in Chandler
If you’re not sure whether you have a case, call anyway. The first conversation is free.
Car Accidents
Truck & Commercial Vehicles
Motorcycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Rideshare Accidents
Slip & Fall Injuries
Dog Bites
Brain Injury
Serious Injury Claims
Wrongful Death
Questions
Frequently asked
A delivery truck hit me in Chandler. Is that different from a car crash?
Often, yes. Commercial vehicles bring company policies, federal safety rules and larger insurance policies. Evidence such as driver logs should be preserved quickly.
I was riding my bike. Does my car insurance help?
It may. Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage on your auto policy can apply even when you were on a bicycle. We’ll review your policy.
How long do I have to file?
Generally two years in Arizona, and 180 days for a notice of claim against a government entity.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes. Se habla español.
Contact
Time matters in injury cases
Evidence disappears, deadlines run, and adjusters move fast. Our Phoenix office is about 23 miles (roughly 30 minutes without traffic) from Chandler. The first conversation is free and confidential.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Contacting us does not create an attorney–client relationship.