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Salt Lake’s Tech Commuter Corridors: Car Accidents on I-15 Between SLC and Lehi During Rush Hour

Navigating an I-15 car accident claim in Utah often requires legal intervention to address the complex liability disputes and insurance hurdles common in high-traffic commuter crashes. With thousands of tech workers flooding the “Silicon Slopes” corridor between Salt Lake City and Lehi daily, collisions during rush hour have become a frequent and frustrating reality. Legal […]

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Assaults at Midvale Businesses: When Property Owners Are Liable for Inadequate Security

Midvale 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 […]

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Parker & McConkie Announces Manslaughter Charges Filed in Fatal “No Kings” Rally Shooting — Family of Afa Ah Loo Takes Major Step Toward Justice

Salt Lake City, UT — The law firm of Parker & McConkie, on behalf of the surviving spouse of Arthur “Afa” Folasa Ah Loo, welcomes the decision by Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill to file manslaughter charges against Matthew Scott Alder, the self-described “peacekeeper” who shot and killed Mr. Ah Loo during the […]

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When the At-Fault Driver Lies: Proving Liability in Salt Lake City Car Accidents Without Witnesses

When an at-fault driver lies after a car accident without witnesses, liability can be proven by gathering and analyzing physical and digital evidence to reconstruct the crash and contradict the false statements. Even in a “he said, she said” scenario, a Salt Lake City car accident lawyer can use evidence like vehicle damage, skid marks, […]

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Distracted Driving in Utah: New Penalties and How They Strengthen Your Injury Claim

Recently 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 […]

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Underride Accidents in Utah: Why Passenger Vehicle Occupants Face Catastrophic Injuries

In 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 […]

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Winter Weather Pedestrian Accidents: Who’s Liable When Salt Lake City Sidewalks Are Icy?

Who 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 […]

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When Truck Accidents Close I-15 Through Salt Lake: Lost Wages and Business Interruption Claims

When a semi-truck jackknifes on I-15 and shuts down lanes for hours, the crash doesn’t just injure people at the scene. It also strands commuters, disrupts deliveries, and drains revenue from nearby businesses. The obvious question follows: can those indirectly affected recover their lost wages or profits from the trucking company? The short answer usually […]

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When Commercial Trucks Jackknife on I-15 Through Midvale: Who Pays Your Medical Bills?

When a tractor-trailer jackknifes on I-15 through Midvale, two problems hit at once: getting medical care and figuring out who’s financially responsible. The treatment can’t wait; the liability fight takes time. Medical bills don’t wait after a truck jackknife on I-15 through Midvale. We line up immediate coverage through health insurance, PIP/MedPay, and provider holds […]

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Utah’s Modified Comparative Fault Rule: How It Affects Your Pedestrian Accident Claim

A driver hits you while you’re crossing the street. You suffered serious injuries and mounting medical bills. Then the insurance adjuster calls with news that stops you cold: they’re assigning you 40% of the fault because you were jaywalking. Does this eliminate your right to compensation? Many pedestrians in this situation assume that any fault […]

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