Yes. You can still recover money in Arizona even if you were partly at fault for the crash. However, your recovery goes down based on your share of fault. Still, you are not blocked from bringing a claim.
Arizona uses a comparative fault rule. Because of this, each person in a crash gets a share of fault.
How Shared Fault Affects Compensation in Arizona
Your compensation goes down based on fault percentage. However, you can still recover the rest from the other party.
For example, if damages equal 100,000 dollars and you are 20 percent at fault, then you recover 80,000 dollars.
How Fault Is Decided in Arizona
Fault gets decided after a full review of the facts. In most cases, both insurance companies and investigators look at the same evidence.
Common evidence includes:
- Police reports
- Witness statements
- Photos and video
- Vehicle damage
- Traffic laws
- Medical records
In addition, timing matters. For example, early medical care can support your version of events. Also, crash photos can help show how the accident happened.
Insurance Companies and Shared Fault
Insurance companies often try to raise your fault percentage. As a result, they can reduce what they pay.
Even a small change in fault can make a big difference. Therefore, strong evidence can matter a lot in these cases.
Why Fault Percentage Matters
Fault percentage directly changes your recovery. Because of this, small shifts can have large results.
For example:
- 10 percent fault on 100,000 dollars means 90,000 dollars recovery
- 30 percent fault on 100,000 dollars means 70,000 dollars recovery
What to Do After a Crash Involving Shared Fault
After a crash, fault may not be clear. In fact, it often changes after a full review.
So, it helps to:
- Get medical care right away
- Take and save photos if possible
- Collect witness names and contact info
- Avoid guessing about fault too early
Early details can help support your claim later.
Why Hire Fielding Law
Fielding Law helps injured people understand how Arizona fault rules apply after a crash. In many cases, both sides try to shift blame. Because of that, careful review of the facts matters.
Fielding Law works to protect clients from unfair fault claims. At the same time, the firm pushes for fair compensation for medical bills, lost income, and other losses.
Note: Information provided is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney for legal concerns.
