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Hurt in a crash in Maryvale or anywhere in west Phoenix? You may be worried about medical bills, missed shifts and how to get around without your car. A west Phoenix personal injury lawyer at Kent Law can deal with the insurance company so you can focus on healing. We represent people hurt on west Phoenix streets from our Phoenix office, and we come to you when you can't come to us. Call (480) 359-KENT today. No fee unless we win.
Where crashes happen in Maryvale and west Phoenix
West Phoenix has some of the most dangerous streets in the Valley, and the city's own data shows it.
Indian School Road. The City of Phoenix's 2022 Vision Zero Road Safety Action Plan ranked Indian School Road between 91st Avenue and 39th Avenue among the highest crash-risk locations in the city. From 2017 through 2021, that stretch had 124 crashes where someone was killed or seriously hurt. 39 people died and 109 were seriously injured. Almost half of the people killed (48%) were walking or riding a bike, and more than half of the deaths (52%) happened after dark (City of Phoenix Road Safety Action Plan 2022/2023 Annual Report). The city won a federal safety grant to rebuild the corridor, but construction is not expected to start until 2028 (City of Phoenix, ReVISIONing Indian School Road).
75th Avenue and 67th Avenue. A 2021 City Council report said the Maricopa Association of Governments' list of the region's 100 highest crash-risk intersections ranked the Indian School Road intersections at 75th Avenue and 67th Avenue as the two highest crash-risk intersections in the whole MAG region (City of Phoenix, File 21-0205).
Thomas, McDowell and the avenues. The city has rebuilt signals at 75th Avenue and Indian School (January 2023) and 51st Avenue and McDowell (May 2023), and added a pedestrian crossing signal on Maryvale Parkway north of Glenrosa. Its fiscal year 2024 budget funded safety construction at 51st Avenue and Indian School, 67th Avenue and Indian School, 71st Avenue and Thomas, 75th Avenue and Thomas, 83rd Avenue and Indian School, and 51st Avenue and Thomas (RSAP 2022/2023 Annual Report). These are wide, busy intersections where left turns across fast traffic, red-light running and crashes involving people on foot are common risks.
67th Avenue and McDowell Road. On 2015 to 2019 crash data, the Maricopa Association of Governments ranked 67th Avenue and McDowell Road 3rd in the region for crash risk (KJZZ, March 2021). On its newer list, built from 2018 to 2022 data, it ranked 1st. That list also put 67th Avenue and Thomas Road 4th, 67th Avenue and Indian School Road 5th, 83rd Avenue and Indian School Road 6th and 51st Avenue and Thomas Road 8th (KJZZ, November 2023).
More west Phoenix safety work. The city added new traffic signals at 89th Avenue and McDowell Road (August 2023) and 91st Avenue and Illini Street (March 2023), rebuilt the signal at 67th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road (February 2023), added a flashing-beacon crossing at 78th Avenue and Osborn Road (August 2023) and put in a pedestrian crossing signal at 41st Avenue and Thomas Road (June 2023) (City of Phoenix Road Safety Action Plan 2022/2023 Annual Report).
Freeways. I-10 cuts across west Phoenix, Loop 101 runs along the west side, and I-17 runs to the east. Freeway crashes are usually handled by Arizona DPS, not Phoenix Police.
Citywide, Phoenix had 37,472 crashes in 2024. 278 people were killed and 15,057 were injured (ADOT, 2024 Arizona Motor Vehicle Crash Facts, Table 2-5). See city-by-city numbers for the Valley in our Phoenix-area crash statistics.
We represent people across Maryvale and west Phoenix, including the 85009, 85015, 85017, 85019, 85031, 85033, 85035, 85037, 85043 and 85051 ZIP codes.
Cases we handle for west Phoenix families
Car accidents
Most of our cases are car crashes (see our Maryvale car accident page). Left-turn and red-light crashes at big intersections like 75th and Indian School often cause serious injuries. Arizona generally requires most auto policies to carry at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per crash for injuries (A.R.S. § 28-4009), and a hospital stay can go far past that. We look for every policy that may cover you. Learn how we handle car accident claims.
Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
On Indian School Road, almost half of the people killed from 2017 to 2021 were walking or biking. If a driver hit you while you were crossing the street, waiting for the bus, or riding to work, you may have a claim against the driver and, in some cases, your own auto policy, even if you weren't in a car. Read about pedestrian accident claims.
Hit-and-run and uninsured drivers
Some drivers take off after a crash. Others have no insurance at all. About 10.6% of Arizona drivers were uninsured in 2023, according to the Insurance Research Council (via the Insurance Information Institute). Your own uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage may pay for your injuries. Call the police right away and report a hit-and-run; your policy may require it. See hit-and-run accidents and uninsured and underinsured motorist claims.
Truck and work-vehicle crashes
Delivery trucks, box trucks and semis share I-10 and the west side's wide avenues with local traffic. Truck cases often involve a trucking company, its insurer and federal safety rules. We move fast to save the evidence. Learn about truck accident cases.
Wrongful death
If you lost someone in a west Phoenix crash caused by someone else's wrongful act or neglect, Arizona law (A.R.S. §§ 12-611 to 12-613) may allow a wrongful death claim for damages on behalf of surviving parties who are entitled to recover. We handle the insurers and the court filings so you can take care of your family, and we can meet you at home. Learn about wrongful death claims.
Hurt in west Phoenix? You don't have to figure this out alone.
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If you're in the hospital
On the west side, Banner Estrella Medical Center on West Thomas Road is a state-designated Level IV trauma center. Level I trauma centers nearby include Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear and, in central Phoenix, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix and Valleywise Health (Arizona Department of Health Services trauma center list). Wherever you are, you don't have to leave your bed to talk to us. We can come to you at the hospital or at home, or talk by phone or video.
How we handle west Phoenix injury cases
We move from day one. We get the crash report, look for video from nearby businesses and buses before it's erased, talk to witnesses, and hire crash reconstructionists and other outside professionals when a case needs them. We deal with the insurance company, so you don't have to take their calls.
Here's our track record. Kent Law recovers millions of dollars for injured clients every year, and we have handled thousands of injury cases. We handle negotiated settlements, mediation, arbitration and trial. We take on denied and stalled claims, including cases already at the litigation stage. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Adam C. Kent founded Kent Law in 2011. He has practiced in Arizona since 2006 and started his career as a prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. Jonathan Henry, our Managing Attorney, brings extensive trial experience to cases that need to go before a jury.
Crash reports, court and deadlines
Phoenix Police usually investigate crashes on city streets in Maryvale and west Phoenix. Here's how to get a Phoenix police accident report. Arizona DPS usually handles I-10, I-17 and Loop 101; DPS reports are requested through the DPS Public Services Portal (psp.azdps.gov). Once you hire us, we request the report for you.
West Phoenix injury lawsuits are usually filed in Maricopa County Superior Court. The downtown Phoenix courthouse is at 201 W. Jefferson St.
Deadlines matter. In Arizona, most injury lawsuits must generally be filed within 2 years (A.R.S. § 12-542). Claims against the government move faster. If a public entity or public employee caused your crash, such as a City of Phoenix vehicle, you generally must file a notice of claim within 180 days (A.R.S. § 12-821.01). The lawsuit itself generally must be filed within 1 year (A.R.S. § 12-821). A crash with a Valley Metro bus or light rail train may be subject to the 180-day notice of claim (A.R.S. § 12-821.01). Call us early so we can protect your claim. Read more about the Arizona personal injury statute of limitations.
Meeting with us from west Phoenix
Our office is at 4001 E. Mountain Sky Ave., Ste. 105, Phoenix, AZ 85044, about 25 miles from 51st Avenue and Indian School Road. You don't have to make that drive to get started. We usually meet at our office, but if you can't get here, we can come to you at the hospital or at home, or meet by phone or video. You can also call or text us.
Other areas we serve
Nearby, we also serve Glendale, Avondale, central Phoenix and south Phoenix. See all the areas we serve. ¿Prefiere español? Lea esta página en español: abogado de accidentes en el oeste de Phoenix y Maryvale.
Hurt in Maryvale or west Phoenix? Call Kent Law at (480) 359-KENT. No fee unless we win.
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Worried about calling? Here is what to know
- Worried about cost? No fee unless we win. If you hire us, we explain the written fee agreement before you sign it.
- Already talked to the insurance company? Many people do before they call us. Tell us what you said and anything you signed, and we'll explain where you stand. Before you give another recorded statement, call us.
- Not sure your case is worth it? You don't have to figure that out alone. Tell us what happened. An attorney reviews your case and tells you honestly whether we can help. There is no obligation.
- Worried about your car? We handle property damage and car repair claims, too. Tell us about your car when you call.
- Can't get to our office? We usually meet at our office. If you can't get here, we can come to you at the hospital or at home, or meet by phone or video.
- Se habla español. We have Spanish-speaking staff, and interpretation is always available.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have an office in Maryvale or west Phoenix?
No. Our only office is in Phoenix, at 4001 E. Mountain Sky Ave., Ste. 105, Phoenix, AZ 85044, in Ahwatukee. You don't have to drive across town to work with us. If you can't get here, we can come to you at the hospital or at home, or meet by phone or video.
What should I do after a crash on Indian School Road or another west Phoenix street?
Call 911 if anyone is hurt and get medical care the same day, even if you feel okay. Get the report number from the Phoenix Police officer or DPS trooper. Take photos of the cars, the street, the signals and your injuries. Get names and phone numbers from witnesses. Then call Kent Law at (480) 359-KENT before you give a recorded statement to any insurance company.
Who writes the crash report in west Phoenix?
Phoenix Police usually investigate crashes on city streets like Indian School Road, Thomas Road and 75th Avenue. Arizona DPS usually handles crashes on I-10, I-17 and Loop 101. Get the report number at the scene. Once you hire us, we request the report for you.
The driver who hit me had no insurance. Can I still get help?
Often, yes. If you have uninsured or underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage on your own policy, it may pay for your injuries. Arizona insurers generally must offer uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage in writing, and the named insured can decline it (A.R.S. § 20-259.01). We look at every policy that may apply, including policies in your household.
How long do I have to file an injury claim?
Most Arizona injury lawsuits must generally be filed within 2 years (A.R.S. § 12-542). If a City of Phoenix vehicle or another public employee on the job caused your crash, you generally must file a notice of claim within 180 days (A.R.S. § 12-821.01) and file the lawsuit within 1 year (A.R.S. § 12-821). A crash with a Valley Metro bus or light rail train may be subject to the 180-day notice of claim (A.R.S. § 12-821.01). Call us early so we can protect your claim. Read more about the Arizona personal injury statute of limitations.
What does it cost to hire Kent Law?
We work on a contingency fee. No fee unless we win. We explain the written fee agreement before you sign.
Can I talk to someone in Spanish?
Yes. We have Spanish-speaking staff, and interpretation is always available. Se habla español. Read this page in Spanish: Abogado de accidentes en el oeste de Phoenix y Maryvale.
Sources
- ADOT, 2024 Arizona Motor Vehicle Crash Facts (July 2025), Table 2-5
- City of Phoenix, Road Safety Action Plan 2022/2023 Annual Report (revised July 29, 2024)
- City of Phoenix, Indian School Road Safety Corridor from 91st Ave to 39th Ave
- City of Phoenix City Council report, File 21-0205 (MAG intersection crash-risk list)
- KJZZ, Here Are The Most Dangerous Intersections In Metro Phoenix (March 2, 2021)
- KJZZ, These are the most dangerous intersections in metro Phoenix (November 29, 2023)
- Arizona Department of Health Services, Arizona State Designated Trauma Centers
This page is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different.