Utah motorcycle laws regulate helmet use, motorcycle endorsements, lane filtering, insurance requirements, passenger rules, and fault after an accident. Riders who violate these laws may face traffic citations, insurance complications, and reduced recovery in a motorcycle injury claim. Utah is also one of the few states that permits limited motorcycle lane filtering, but only under […]
Read more“Video taken by Afa Ah Loo, showing his view of the peaceful protest, taken immediately before the shooting occurred.” On June 14, 2025, Arthur “Afa” Ah Loo — husband, father of two, designer, community member — was shot and killed at a peaceful protest. He was 39 years old. Parker & McConkie represents his surviving […]
Read moreUninsured motorist (UM) coverage in Utah can help pay for your medical bills and other losses after a hit-and-run accident, even when the at-fault driver cannot be identified. Being involved in a hit-and-run crash can leave you with more than just physical injuries. You may be facing uncertainty about how the accident will affect your […]
Read moreYes, in some situations, you may be able to sue a Utah bar or restaurant after a drunk driving accident if they served alcohol to someone who was clearly intoxicated and that person later caused your accident and injuries. After a crash involving a drunk driver, most people understandably focus on the driver’s responsibility for […]
Read moreCerebral 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 […]
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