The Utah County Attorney’s Office has concluded that a Saratoga Springs police officer was not legally justified in using deadly force during a 2024 traffic stop that left an unarmed man seriously injured. The incident occurred on October 17, 2024, when 43-year-old Fernando Valenzuela was pulled over in Saratoga Springs. His girlfriend, her teenage daughter, […]
Read moreYou can sue for loss of enjoyment of life in a Utah personal injury case by filing a claim for non-economic damages and providing evidence that your injuries have permanently or significantly altered your ability to participate in activities you once valued. When an accident caused by someone else’s negligence upends your life, the physical […]
Read moreMulti-party liability claims in Salt Lake City involving a semi-truck and a rideshare vehicle create a tangled web of insurance coverage that often leaves injured victims fighting against multiple corporate legal teams simultaneously. When a massive commercial truck collides with an Uber or Lyft in the crowded streets of downtown, the resulting injuries are rarely […]
Read moreMidvale property owners may become liable for inadequate security when they fail to take reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable criminal activity on their premises, resulting in harm to a visitor or customer. While no business can stop every crime, Utah law requires property owners to address known risks and implement safety measures to protect the […]
Read moreRecently implemented distracted driving penalties in Utah strengthen an injury claim by creating a clearer path to prove the other driver’s negligence, which can be critical for recovering personal injury compensation for related damages. Following a collision caused by a distracted driver, these stricter laws provide a solid foundation for a car accident lawyer in […]
Read moreIn an underride accident in Utah, a passenger vehicle slides underneath a semi-truck or trailer, leading to catastrophic injuries because the car’s safety features are bypassed, and the truck’s chassis intrudes directly into the passenger compartment. These collisions are among the most devastating on the road, often because federal safety standards for underride guards are […]
Read moreWho pays for your injuries when you slip on an icy Salt Lake City sidewalk? The answer depends on property ownership, snow removal timing, and whether the property owner followed Salt Lake City’s snow removal ordinance. Winter slip-and-fall accidents create unique legal challenges. Snow melts quickly, erasing evidence. Multiple parties might share responsibility, and Utah’s […]
Read moreGovernmental immunity protects the Utah Transit Authority in most situations, but Utah law recognizes specific exceptions that can allow TRAX pedestrian claims to proceed. The most common path is proving a dangerous or defective condition on UTA property and that UTA had notice and failed to fix it. Act fast: you have only one year […]
Read moreA TRAX collision can cause serious injuries and complex liability issues. Whether your car was struck at a Midvale crossing, you hit the side of a light rail vehicle, or questions exist about crossing signals and right-of-way, you’re now facing vehicle damage, potential injuries, and confusing liability questions. Light-rail claims are complicated because Utah’s Governmental […]
Read morePersonal injury settlement value depends on many factors, including medical expenses, lost wages, fault percentages, and insurance policy limits. In Utah, comparative negligence (fault-sharing rules) can reduce or bar recovery based on your share of fault. Knowing how Utah’s comparative negligence affects settlement amounts helps you evaluate offers, decide whether to hire an attorney, and […]
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