What’s Considered a “Hit-and-Run” Car Accident in Utah? According to Utah law, it’s every driver’s legal duty to stay at the scene of any car accident they are involved in until the police arrive to file a report. If the drivers involved in the accident leave the scene before police are able to make a…
No matter how many times you’ve driven a specific road, driving at night is always more dangerous. A study from the National Safety Council found that while only about 28% of car crashes happen between 8 PM and 8 AM, nearly 48% of fatal car accidents happen during those same hours, which can be attributed…
Sadly, many Utahns have lost a loved one unexpectedly and unfairly. This devastating loss is challenging, both emotionally and financially. When a fatal accident occurs, you may be at a loss as to what to do next. You may consider filing a wrongful death lawsuit, but the process can be overwhelming. While it can’t bring…
Being in a car accident is a traumatic experience, one that might leave you in shock or unsure of what to do next, especially if the accident was not your fault and you were seriously injured. If you were injured in a car accident, you can file a car accident injury claim to get financial…
It’s easy to get overwhelmed in the aftermath of a car accident, especially if you aren’t at fault. If you’ve never been in an accident before, you may be unsure of what to do next or how to file an insurance claim. Additionally, you may not know all of your rights or how much compensation…
You’re sitting at a red light when the vehicle behind you rams into you, crumpling your car’s back end. It’s not your fault that you got into this accident, you were stopped and following all of the rules of the road, but what do you do? It’s common for victims to forget about what they…
More than 80 percent of reported motorcycle accidents result in injury or death to the rider according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With that many injuries, insurance companies and other potentially liable parties don’t always settle fairly with injured victims from motorcycle accidents. You’re more likely to receive fair and adequate compensation for…
Anyone who suffers an injury in a Utah auto accident has the right to seek compensation, or damages. One problem that occurs in these circumstances is that figuring out the amount of damages you deserve is not easy. Here is a look at this important legal issue. Special Damages You have the right to pursue…
