April 16, 2025 | Personal Injury | Wrongful Death
On August 17, 2022, Amanda Mayne tragically lost her life at the hands of her ex-husband, Taylor Martin. In the days leading up to her death, Mr. Martin had stalked, threatened, and harassed Amanda—behavior that was brought to the attention of local authorities. Despite police intervention at Amanda’s workplace and multiple threatening messages from Mr. […]
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February 21, 2025 | Wrongful Death
Parker & McConkie has been privileged to represent the family of Gabby Petito here in Utah. We have loved getting to know them and have been inspired by their dedication to using Gabby’s story to benefit others. We encourage everyone to watch American Murder: Gabby Petito, now streaming on Netflix. This powerful documentary sheds light on […]
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February 19, 2025 | Wrongful Death
In a groundbreaking legal battle, the parents of Gabby Petito are challenging the state’s wrongful death laws to hold the Moab Police Department accountable for their daughter’s tragic death. Gabby’s story is one of heartbreak and missed opportunities, as law enforcement’s mishandling of a domestic violence situation left her vulnerable to the abusive actions of […]
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February 7, 2025 | Wrongful Death
A Call for Action Inspired by Gabby Petito’s Tragic Story In the wake of heartbreaking domestic violence cases, including the widely publicized tragedy of Gabby Petito, advocates and law enforcement are working hard to protect victims from escalating abuse. Gabby Petito’s case—where she was strangled by a partner during what should have been an adventurous […]
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December 23, 2024 | Personal Injury | Wrongful Death
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, UNITED STATES—December 20, 2024—The Petito family appealed their case to the Utah Supreme Court, taking the next step along the path of seeking justice for Gabby. Christine Durham—appellate counsel for the Petito family—provided the following statement: “The plaintiffs in this case, Gabby Petito’s family, are pursuing an appeal from the trial […]
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November 20, 2024 | Wrongful Death
At Parker & McConkie Personal Injury Lawyers, our hearts are broken for the Hansen family, who tragically lost their 15-year-old son, in the devastating explosion that destroyed their South Jordan home. This heartbreaking event has left the Hansen family grieving an unimaginable loss while facing the overwhelming task of rebuilding their lives. How We Can […]
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October 18, 2024 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one in an unexpected and tragic event is one of the most heart-wrenching experiences anyone can endure. The emotional trauma is often compounded by the financial burdens that follow, especially when the deceased was a primary breadwinner. Wrongful death settlements seek to provide survivors with financial support and some measure of justice. […]
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April 8, 2024 | Wrongful Death
When tragedy strikes in the form of an untimely death, the legal distinctions between wrongful death and survival actions become critically important. At the heart of navigating these complex legal waters is understanding the differences between these two types of claims and knowing which applies to a given situation. This knowledge is not only essential […]
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November 17, 2023 | Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is an unimaginable tragedy, and when it happens due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, it compounds the pain and suffering. Wrongful death cases in Provo, Utah, aim to provide a sense of justice and compensation for the grieving families left behind. Calculating damages in such cases is a complex […]
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May 4, 2023 | Wrongful Death
Do you believe that the negligence of another party or parties caused the death of a loved one? You may feel that no one understands. Perhaps you and your family feel there is no way to prove that your loved one’s death is wrong. There are ways to prove wrongful death when you have experienced […]
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