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TRAX Light Rail Pedestrian Accidents: Liability and Compensation in Salt Lake City

TRAX pedestrian accidents differ from standard vehicle collisions. The Utah Transit Authority operates under governmental immunity rules that change how you file claims, when you must act, and what compensation you might recover. Effective TRAX claims apply transit rules and the Governmental Immunity Act’s deadlines to preserve your rights and build liability against the correct […]

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The Real Value of Your Midvale Truck Accident Case: Beyond the Initial Settlement Offer

Three weeks after your I-15 truck crash near Fort Union, an adjuster offers $45,000. With bills piling up, it’s tempting. However, the speed should worry you. Early offers miss the pieces that drive real value. Parker & McConkie evaluates truck accident settlement offers throughout Midvale and the I-15 corridor. We review what initial offers overlook, […]

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Salt Lake City Truck Accidents in Construction Zones: Enhanced Penalties, Enhanced Liability

A commercial truck struck your vehicle in a construction zone near downtown Salt Lake City. Signs warned drivers: “Work Zone Ahead,” “Reduced Speed 45 MPH,” “Fines Doubled,” “Workers Present.” The truck driver ignored them all. Now you’re facing serious injuries and mounting bills, and you’re wondering: do those “enhanced penalties” help your injury case? The […]

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Midvale TRAX Crossings: Car vs. Light Rail Accidents and UTA Governmental Immunity

A 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 […]

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Midvale Personal Injury Settlements: How Utah’s Comparative Negligence Affects Your Final Recovery

Personal 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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I-15 Through Midvale: Where to File Your Car Accident Claim in Utah

If you’ve been injured in a car accident on I-15 through Midvale or on Midvale’s surface streets, one of your first questions may be where to file your claim. Utah’s courts offer several proper venues based on claim value, where the parties are located, and where the crash occurred. Knowing the venue rules helps you […]

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Fort Union Boulevard Car Accidents: Midvale’s Most Dangerous Commercial Corridor

Fort Union Boulevard experiences heavy traffic and frequent access points, creating elevated collision risks. This busy commercial corridor sees frequent accidents from rear-end collisions at congested stoplights and complex multi-vehicle crashes near shopping centers. If you’ve been injured in an accident on Fort Union Boulevard, understanding why this road is so dangerous and who may […]

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Hit as a Pedestrian in a Midvale Parking Lot: Why Your Injury Claim Is More Complex

A car backing out of a parking space strikes you as you walk toward the entrance of the grocery store. You’re injured, but the driver’s insurance company tells you that “different rules apply in parking lots” and suggests you share more fault than the driver. Meanwhile, the store’s management says they’re not responsible for driver […]

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Family of Man Killed at June “No Kings” Protest in Utah Demands Answers and Accountability.

The “No Kings” protest in Salt Lake City on June 14, 2025, was a large march that ended in the fatal shooting of 39-year-old Arthur “Afa” Ah Loo.  An estimated 10,000 people participated. The protest, organized by the local 50501 group, turned deadly when an armed “peacekeeper” associated with 50501 fired shots into the crowd […]

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The Difference Between Tort Law and Personal Injury Law

Tort law and personal injury law are often used interchangeably—but they’re not the same. While personal injury law is a type of tort, tort law is a broader legal concept that covers many forms of civil wrongdoing.  Understanding the difference can help you better navigate your legal options if you’ve been harmed by someone else’s […]

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