Personal injury cases in Phoenix typically resolve within 6 to 30 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and whether the case settles or proceeds to trial.
PHOENIX Court Backlog
The Maricopa County court system generally maintains a backlog of 400 to 1,200 personal injury cases, reflecting ongoing filings and case durations.
Personal Injury PHOENIX Filing Volume
Estimated monthly filings for personal injury cases in Phoenix range from 120 to 250, based on recent court data and public records.
Personal Injury Case Outcomes
Approximately 55% of cases are resolved pre-litigation, 30% after filing but before trial, and about 5% reach a verdict at trial. Outcomes vary by case specifics.
702 East Osborn Road Suite 200 , Phoenix , Arizona 85014
Practice Areas: Construction , Corporate , Domestic Partnership, Personal Injury, Construction & Development, Construction & Development, Construction & Development
Eric Jeide grew up in a small farming town in northwestern Wyoming. As the youngest of seven children, Eric’s childhood consisted largely of tag-team wrestling matches, makeshift tree swings, and general mayhem at every turn– never a dull moment! After living most of his life in the Mountain West, Eric moved to the Valley of the Sun in 2009 with his wife and kids.. Eric worked for a large insurance company defending their insureds against personal injury lawsuits. He saw first-hand how insurance companies callously deny legitimate injury claims. Eric believes his clients deserve better treatment from insurance companies and works hard to ensure his clients obtain fair compensation for their personal injuries. He briefly had his own practice prior to joining the firm. Eric also represented clients in criminal court with a variety of cases including DUIs, domestic violence, assaults. When he’s not working, Eric enjoys singing, cooking, and spending time with his wife and four children hiking, riding bicycles, or walking their dog, Oliver.
Garvey Biggers has focused his career upon catastrophic injury claims including brain, spinal cord and amputation cases. He has successfully litigated bad faith, wrongful death, and professional liability cases since 1985.. His jury trials have included complex claims in the areas of: products, premises (including liquor liability and nursing home negligence), medical malpractice, wrongful death, commercial trucking, auto accidents, municipality, construction defect, and negligent security claims.. Mr. Biggers is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, Defense Research Institute, Maricopa County Bar Association, and was the 2004 Key Note Speaker for the defense at "Nursing Home Malpractice in Arizona: Successful Case Management from Investigation to Trial." He is also a member of the Arizona Association of Defense Counsel and the Arizona Claims Association.. He has successfully litigated numerous entertainment venue, sports, and related injury claims to a successful conclusion.. While in college, Mr. Biggers was a member of the Northern Arizona University Wrestling Team. He was Vice President of the Associated Students of Northern Arizona and graduated Summa Cum Laude. While at the University of Arizona College of Law he was a student leader and graduated in 1984. Since 1985 Mr. Biggers has regularly devoted a significant amount of time to pro bono activities for the indigent. He has lived in Arizona since 1957.
361 East Coronado Suite 101 , Phoenix , Arizona 85004
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury
Frank I. Powers is a Certified Specialist in Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation by the State Bar of Arizona, Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Powers devotes all of his law practice to representing clients who have been seriously injured or who have lost loved ones due to the wrongful conduct or negligence of others.. His over 20 years of trial experience in Arizona has gained him recognition by his peers as a premier plaintiff's trial lawyer. He maintains a 5.0 Peer Rating and an AV Rating by LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell. In 2009, Mr. Powers was honored to be selected by his peers to be listed in The Best Lawyers in America and has continued to be listed since.. He is a member of several professional trial associations and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a professional organization recognizing accomplishments of lawyers winning multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. He has also been a presenter at seminars and is active in several other professional organizations.. He served as a big brother for the Valley Big Brothers from 1990-2000, and on the North Scottsdale Little League Board from 2011-20115. He is also active in other civic organizations.. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in economics from Arizona State University in 1986. He earned his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois, where he also served as an Executive Editor of the Law Review.
Firm: SHAPIRO INJURY LAW (formerly Shapiro Law Group)
722 E. OSBORN ROAD, SUITE 400 , Phoenix , Arizona 85014
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Insurance, Wrongful Death, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Trucking Accident, Animal & Dog Bites
Eric Shapiro, a respected figure in personal injury and wrongful death law, is dedicated to advocating for those impacted by the actions of others. With a reputation for integrity and professionalism, Eric consistently delivers excellent results for his clients, providing protection against overbearing insurance companies while finding fulfillment in his work.. Born in Chicago and raised in Phoenix, Eric graduated from Camelback High School before obtaining his law degree from Arizona State University. He joined the Arizona State Bar in the 1990s and later became a member of the California Bar. After gaining experience at a high-profile personal injury law firm, he founded Eric S. Shapiro, Attorney at Law, P.L.C., now known as Shapiro Injury Law, celebrating 25 years of advocacy. He is affiliated with various legal organizations, notably the Arizona Trial Lawyers Association and the ACLU. Over the past two decades, Eric has participated in hundreds of legal proceedings, always striving for the best outcomes for his clients. In his spare time, Eric enjoys outdoor adventures with his daughter, such as mountain biking and skiing.
Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, ERISA, Long Term Care, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall, Social Security Benefits & Disability, Workers Compensation, Social Security
Eric Slepian is a Board Certified Specialist in Social Security Disability Law, certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and has been practicing Social Security Disabilty law for over 24 years. Eric Slepian is a graduate of Union University at Albany Law School. He is a member in good standing of the Arizona State Bar, New York State Bar and Connecticut State Bar. He is admitted to practice before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, and the Eastern and Southern District Courts of New York.. Eric Slepian has lectured on Social Security issues to various organizations including multiple sclerosis; fibromyalgia; cancer and chronic pain support groups; as well as the Arizona Mental Health Association. He has represented Social Security claimants from the initial application through all appeal levels, including appeals to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
3770 N 7th Street #100 B , Phoenix , Arizona 85014
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Attorney Eric W. Schmidt, a seasoned litigator who has dedicated over 14 years to practicing exclusively in the area of personal injury law and insurance claims, Eric has helped many injured victims and families who have been injured by the negligence or wrongful acts of others.. Over the course of his career, he has gained experience practicing personal injury law in both California and Arizona. He was also the founding Partner of two law firms. During this time, he effectively translated his legal abilities and passionate approach into more than $30 million in compensation recoveries for his clients.. Attorney Schmidt will provide competent legal representation to Phoenix and Arizona residents, and to those who are injured in California. His 15 years of experience and background in personal injury will make the difference for our clients who need full and fair compensation for their damages.. A graduate of San Diego State University and Western State College of Law, Attorney Schmidt has served as the lead trial lawyer in over 20 Maricopa County jury trials, and has participated in more than 200 mediations and arbitrations, resulting in significant results for his clients.. With our firm, Attorney Schmidt will focus his work solely on advocating for our personal injury clients.
I am a Member of Perry Childers Hanlon & Hudson, PLC, praciting in the area of civil litigation. I hold the highest possible rating in both legal ability and eithical standards (AV® Preeminent) from Martindale-Hubbell®. I am member of Arizona and Michigan State Bars and authorized to practice in state and federal courts in these jurisdictions.
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