Cases With Lives and Futures at Stake

What Qualifies as Catastrophic

Catastrophic injuries fundamentally alter a person's ability to live independently. These include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage resulting in paralysis, severe burn injuries, amputations, and injuries requiring lifelong medical intervention.

Common Causes We Handle

• Motor vehicle accidents involving commercial trucks, buses, or negligent drivers
• Workplace accidents in construction, manufacturing, or industrial settings
• Medical malpractice resulting in permanent disability
• Defective products causing severe injury
• Premises liability incidents including falls, electrocution, or structural failures

Lifetime Financial Protection

Catastrophic injury victims face mounting medical bills, ongoing rehabilitation costs, home modifications, assistive equipment, and lost income. Our litigation strategy focuses on securing compensation that covers not just immediate expenses, but the full trajectory of care required for the rest of the client's life.

We retain top-tier medical experts who can testify to the extent of injuries, the necessity of future treatments, and the realistic costs associated with long-term care. This level of preparation is essential when facing well-funded insurance companies and corporate defendants.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim

Under Arizona law, wrongful death claims can be brought by the personal representative of the deceased's estate on behalf of surviving family members, including spouses, children, parents, and in some cases, other dependents who relied on the deceased for financial support.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

• Fatal car, truck, or motorcycle accidents caused by negligent or impaired drivers
• Medical malpractice including surgical errors, misdiagnosis, or medication mistakes
• Workplace fatalities in construction, industrial, or hazardous environments
• Defective products that cause fatal injuries
• Nursing home abuse or neglect
• Premises liability incidents including drownings, fires, or security failures

Damages in Wrongful Death Cases

Wrongful death claims can seek compensation for funeral and burial expenses, medical bills incurred before death, loss of financial support, loss of companionship and guidance, and in cases of gross negligence, punitive damages designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct.

Our approach involves working with economists, vocational experts, and grief counselors to fully document the financial and emotional impact of the loss. We build cases that reflect the true value of the life lost and the profound void left behind.

Time Limits and Legal Process

Arizona imposes strict deadlines for filing wrongful death claims. In most cases, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of death. Missing this deadline can result in the permanent loss of the right to pursue compensation, making it critical to consult with an attorney as soon as possible.

We Stand With Families

Losing a loved one is overwhelming. Legal matters should not add to that burden. We handle every aspect of the wrongful death claim, allowing families to focus on healing.

• No upfront legal fees
• Compassionate, personal service
• Aggressive advocacy against insurers
• Trial-ready preparation

Types of Civil Rights Cases We Handle

Our civil rights practice focuses on cases involving police misconduct, excessive force, wrongful arrest, First Amendment violations, discrimination by government agencies, and deprivation of due process. We represent individuals whose fundamental rights have been violated by those sworn to protect them.

Police Misconduct and Excessive Force

Law enforcement officers are granted significant authority, but that authority comes with strict constitutional limits. When officers use excessive force, conduct unlawful searches, make false arrests, or engage in discriminatory policing, victims have the right to seek justice through civil litigation under Section 1983 of the Civil Rights Act.

• Excessive force and police brutality claims
• Unlawful arrest and false imprisonment
• First Amendment violations (free speech, assembly, religion)
• Fourth Amendment violations (unlawful search and seizure)
• Discrimination by government agencies
• Retaliation for exercising constitutional rights

Institutional Accountability

Beyond individual officer misconduct, we pursue claims against municipalities, police departments, and correctional facilities when systemic failures, inadequate training, or deliberate indifference enable constitutional violations. These cases can lead to policy changes that protect future victims.

Federal Court Litigation

Most civil rights cases are litigated in federal court under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, which provides a remedy for constitutional violations by state actors. These cases require in-depth knowledge of constitutional law, qualified immunity defenses, and federal procedural rules. Our team has extensive experience navigating this complex legal landscape.

Your Rights Matter

If you believe your constitutional rights have been violated by law enforcement or government officials, you have legal options. Time limits apply, so it's important to act quickly.

Our Business Litigation Practice

The Rake Law Group represents businesses of all sizes in complex commercial disputes. Our approach combines aggressive advocacy with strategic business judgment, focusing on outcomes that protect our clients' interests and allow them to move forward.

Types of Business Disputes We Handle

• Breach of Contract: Enforcing agreements or defending against breach claims
• Partnership Disputes: Resolving conflicts between business partners, including dissolution and buyout negotiations
• Shareholder Litigation: Disputes involving corporate governance, fiduciary duties, and shareholder rights
• Fraud and Misrepresentation: Claims involving deceptive business practices
• Intellectual Property Disputes: Protecting trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
• Employment Litigation: Non-compete agreements, wrongful termination, and discrimination claims
• Real Estate Disputes: Commercial lease disputes, property development conflicts, and construction litigation

Fiduciary Duty and Corporate Governance

Officers, directors, and partners owe fiduciary duties to their companies and fellow stakeholders. When those duties are breached—through self-dealing, misappropriation of assets, or failure to act in the company's best interest—litigation may be necessary to protect the business and recover losses.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Not every business dispute requires a trial. We have extensive experience with mediation and arbitration, and we work to resolve disputes efficiently when possible. However, when settlement is not achievable, we are fully prepared to litigate through verdict and appeal.

Protecting Your Business Interests

Business litigation is about more than winning a case—it's about protecting your livelihood, your reputation, and your ability to operate. We approach every case with that understanding, focusing on outcomes that allow our clients to move forward with confidence.

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Business Litigation Expertise

• Complex commercial disputes
• Multi-party litigation
• State and federal court experience
• Arbitration and mediation
• Trial-ready preparation