Personal Injury Deposition in Arizona
A deposition is sworn out-of-court testimony taken during the discovery phase of yourArizona personal injury case. What you say in a deposition is legally binding and can significantly impact your settlement outcome.
For informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney.
Pure comparative fault
Fault System
$15,000 – $70,000
Avg Settlement
2 years
Filing Deadline
Deposition Tips for Arizona Injury Cases
Tell the Truth
You are under oath. Inconsistencies between deposition testimony and trial testimony destroy credibility and can sink your case.
Listen Carefully
Only answer the question asked. Do not volunteer information. If you do not understand a question, ask for clarification.
Take Your Time
Pause before answering. Your attorney can object before you respond. Never rush.
Say "I Don't Know"
If you genuinely do not remember or know, say so. Guessing can be used against you.
Review Records First
Review your medical records, accident report, and prior statements with your attorney before the deposition.
Fault Is Key
Under pure comparative fault, any admission of fault can reduce or eliminate your recovery.
Arizona Law Overview
Arizona is a pure comparative fault state, permitting injured plaintiffs to recover compensation no matter their degree of fault. Damages are simply reduced in proportion to the plaintiff's assigned fault percentage. Arizona does not mandate no-fault personal injury protection, so claims flow through traditional at-fault liability channels. The statute of limitations is 2 years under A.R.S. § 12-542. Arizona courts see a high volume of auto accident, slip-and-fall, and construction-related injury cases given the state's rapid population growth. Claims against government agencies require a 180-day notice of claim under A.R.S. § 12-821.01, with a separate 1-year lawsuit deadline. Arizona places no general statutory cap on compensatory damages, though medical malpractice noneconomic damage caps have been challenged and struck down by state courts. Punitive damages require proof by clear and convincing evidence of evil intent or conscious disregard for others.