Cerebral palsy can sometimes be linked to a preventable birth injury, and when that happens, a hospital or doctor may be held legally responsible under Utah law. For parents, however, the legal question often comes second. Your first concerns are far more immediate and personal: What does this diagnosis mean for your child? What kind […]
Read moreThe difference between a birth injury and a birth defect comes down to causation. Birth injuries are often preventable and may involve medical errors, while birth defects typically develop during pregnancy and are not caused by delivery problems. For parents, however, the distinction is not just medical—it can shape the support your family may need […]
Read moreAfter a Utah car crash, you are not legally required to give a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster. In fact, giving a formal statement can seriously harm your claim if you are not prepared. In the days following an accident, you may receive a call from an insurance company asking for a recorded statement […]
Read moreIn Utah, a construction worker may be able to sue a general contractor, subcontractor, or another third party for an on-site injury… but only if negligence can be proven. If you were hurt on a construction site, you may already be receiving workers’ compensation benefits. While those benefits can help cover initial medical care and […]
Read moreIn Utah, it is sometimes possible to bring both a wrongful death claim and a survival action after a fatal accident. However, they serve different purposes, involve different parties, and may compensate for different types of losses. If you have recently lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you may be trying to […]
Read moreA property owner in Utah may be liable for a slip and fall on ice or snow if they failed to take reasonable steps to address a dangerous condition they knew—or should have known—about. Winter conditions are a part of life in Utah. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures can quickly turn sidewalks, parking lots, and […]
Read moreAfter a motorcycle accident in Utah, protecting your legal rights comes down to what happens in the days and weeks that follow. Specifically, how your injuries are documented, how your claim is handled, and how carefully you approach communication with insurance companies can make or break a viable legal claim. For many injured riders, the […]
Read moreIn Utah, a government entity may be responsible for a motorcycle accident if unsafe road conditions—such as poor maintenance, missing signage, or construction hazards—contributed to the crash. Motorcyclists face risks that other drivers do not. Even a small road defect—a pothole, uneven pavement, or loose gravel—can lead to a serious accident. When those hazards are […]
Read moreA catastrophic injury under Utah law is not just a serious injury… it is one that permanently affects your ability to live, work, or care for yourself in the same way you did before the accident. If you or a loved one has suffered a life-altering injury, the legal and financial implications can be deeply […]
Read moreKey Takeaways There are cases that go beyond a settlement. Cases that are bigger than one client. Cases that force us to ask what kind of country we want to live in. This is one of them. Parker & McConkie is pursuing a lawsuit against the United States government on behalf of a 20 year […]
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