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Generally, your personal injury settlement or award is non-taxable, and you do not have to report it on your tax return. The money you receive for your injury claim is meant to make you whole again or get you back as much as possible to where you were before the accident. Therefore, the money is […]

Fire sprinkler systems in homes and apartments are meant to extinguish a fire, not make it bigger. Shockingly, although rare, sprinkler systems can make a fire worse if the right precautions aren’t taken. There have been at least three known instances where people were seriously injured or killed because of a flash fire that was […]

In today’s digital age, the pervasive influence of social media on various facets of our lives cannot be ignored. From personal interactions to professional endeavors, social media has woven itself into the fabric of society. However, its impact extends even further, often seeping into legal matters such as wrongful death cases.  At Parker & McConkie, […]

From postal service employees to plumbers and landscapers, a wide range of professionals in Utah face the risk of dog attacks while on the job. Dealing with a dog bite injury at work goes beyond just nursing wounds—it encompasses navigating a complicated landscape involving personal injury laws, workers’ comp, medical bills, and more. At Parker […]

Due to multiple requests from members of the media, we are posting the following statements from Santiago Lake’s family and their attorney, Brian Stewart of Parker & McConkie. Included in this post are the filed Complaint in Third District Court, Salt Lake County, as well as the Sandy Police Department’s redacted investigation report. Family’s Statement […]

Losing a loved one in an unexpected and tragic event is one of the most heart-wrenching experiences anyone can endure. The emotional trauma is often compounded by the financial burdens that follow, especially when the deceased was a primary breadwinner. Wrongful death settlements seek to provide survivors with financial support and some measure of justice. […]

A car accident’s aftermath can bring a multitude of challenges, including the daunting task of determining the appropriate settlement amount for your claim. Several factors go into calculating this, making each case unique. At Parker + McConkie, our mission is to offer thoughtful, dedicated assistance as you navigate these complexities, helping you secure a settlement that […]

At Parker + McConkie, we understand the profound impact that the untimely death of a loved one can have on your life. In such challenging times, you need a compassionate legal team who can guide you through your legal options and advocate for your rights. In certain circumstances, a wrongful death claim may be pursued to […]

We hope that you never get into a car accident. But the numbers don’t lie. Every eight minutes, there is a collision somewhere in Utah. Someone gets hurt in a car crash every 20 minutes. And sadly, a fatality occurs in a Utah collision every 33 hours. Data supplied by the Utah Highway Safety Office […]

Dog bites can result in severe physical and emotional trauma, leaving victims with lasting injuries and financial burdens. When a dog attack occurs, it is crucial to understand the legal aspects surrounding personal injury cases, the role of animal control, the potential fate of the dog involved, the statute of limitations, and the steps to […]