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What Utah Motorcyclists Should Do to Protect Their Legal Rights After An Accident

After 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 […]

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Road Hazards and Motorcycle Accidents in Utah: When a Government Entity May Be Liable

In 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 […]

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What Qualifies as a “Catastrophic Injury” Under Utah Law — and Why It Changes Your Case

A 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 […]

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Parker & McConkie Takes on the Federal Government

Key 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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“One Bite” vs. Strict Liability in Utah Dog Bite Cases: What Salt Lake City Residents Need to Know

A dog attack can happen quickly in Salt Lake City… on a neighborhood sidewalk, at a local park, or even during a visit to someone’s home. In the moments after a bite, your focus is usually on receiving medical care, managing pain, and dealing with shock.  Soon after, questions follow. Is the owner responsible? Does […]

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Salt Lake City?

The death of a loved one can leave a family trying to hold life together while important questions come to the surface. If someone else’s negligence caused your loss, you may also be wondering whether Utah law provides a way to pursue accountability and financial protection for the people who depended on your loved one. […]

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Medical Experts and Evidence: Proving a TBI Stemmed from an Ogden Car Crash

After a serious car crash in Ogden—whether along I-15, near Riverdale Road, or at a busy Washington Boulevard intersection—you may have few injury symptoms and minimal pain. You might be thinking you were fortunate.  Then the adrenaline wears off. The headaches start. The fog sets in. You struggle to concentrate at work. You feel different, […]

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The Difference Between a Survival Action and a Wrongful Death Claim in Utah

The sudden loss of a loved one can leave a family facing unanswered questions, unexpected financial pressures, and uncertainty about what comes next. In the midst of arranging services, supporting one another, and adjusting to an unimaginable absence, practical concerns often begin to surface.  Who is responsible? Is there a way to hold them accountable? […]

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How a Traumatic Brain Injury Affects Your Future Earning Capacity in Idaho Falls

A traumatic brain injury can change far more than your health. It can alter your ability to work, provide for your family, and pursue the career path you had planned. After a serious car crash on I-15, a collision near the Idaho Falls Regional Airport, or a workplace accident in Bonneville County, many people find […]

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Evaluating the Extent of a Concussion (Mild TBI) in a Salt Lake City Personal Injury Claim

A concussion may be labeled a “mild” traumatic brain injury (TBI), but there is nothing mild about the disruption it can cause in your daily life. After a car accident on I-15, a crash along I-80, or a fall in downtown Salt Lake City, you may be dealing with headaches, mental fog, irritability, or difficulty […]

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