If you’ve been injured due to the recklessness or irresponsibility of another party, you may be dealing with more than just physical pain. You may be confronted with accumulating medical bills, loss of income, and other financial burdens. An experienced West Valley City personal injury lawyer can assist you in navigating this challenging time and seeking the compensation you deserve. At Parker + McConkie, our personal injury lawyers are committed to providing compassionate legal support and representation to those dealing with personal injuries.
Our team’s seasoned personal injury lawyer would be delighted to see if you have a valid personal injury claim. If you do, our law firm can help you file a personal injury lawsuit to pursue financial compensation for your injuries.
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Our attorneys offer comprehensive legal support through all stages of a personal injury claim, including:
If you have been injured, always seek medical treatment first. Then, reach out to us to see if we can pursue personal injury compensation on your behalf.
At Parker + McConkie, we provide robust legal support across a spectrum of personal injury cases. Our expertise includes, but is not limited to:
In Utah, car accidents are a common cause of personal injury. These accidents can occur due to various factors, including reckless driving, speeding, distracted driving, or impaired driving due to drugs or alcohol. They can also stem from mechanical defects due to manufacturer negligence.
Our attorneys will conduct a comprehensive investigation of the accident details, identify the liable parties, and work to secure the compensation you deserve for medical bills, lost income, property damage, and emotional trauma.
Property owners—both residential and commercial—are legally obliged to maintain their premises to a reasonable safety standard. When they cannot fulfill this obligation, slip-and-fall accidents can occur, often resulting in severe injuries such as fractures, sprains, and even traumatic brain injuries.
If you have been a victim of a slip and fall incident, we will gather the evidence to demonstrate the owner’s negligence and fight for your rights to compensation.
When healthcare providers fail to deliver the standard of care expected in their profession, and patients suffer harm, it constitutes medical malpractice. This could include misdiagnosis, surgical errors, prescription errors, birth injuries, or failure to treat. Our attorneys can guide you through the intricate process of a medical malpractice claim, working with medical experts to establish negligence and causation and seeking maximum compensation for your injuries.
Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers all bear with ensuring the safety of their products for the well-being of consumers. When defective or dangerous products cause harm, they can be held answerable under product liability law. Whether it’s a faulty appliance, a dangerous drug, or a defective car part, our attorneys are skilled at handling these complex personal injury lawsuits and can help you seek justice.
Workplaces should be safe havens for employees. Yet, accidents sometimes happen due to employer negligence, unsafe work environments, or inadequate training. Workers’ compensation can provide some relief through monetary compensation, but you may be entitled to additional damages in certain situations.
Our legal team can assess your situation, guide you through the complexities of workplace injury laws, and ensure your rights are secured every step of the way.
When pursuing a personal injury claim, the burden of proof lies with the plaintiff. To succeed in a personal injury claim, we must demonstrate the following crucial elements:
In the context of personal injury law, a “duty of care” refers to a lawful obligation or responsibility one party has to avoid causing harm to another.
For instance, drivers have a fundamental obligation to drive safely to prevent causing harm to other road users, property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe to avoid causing harm to visitors, and doctors must provide competent medical care to their patients.
Once we’ve established a duty of care, we must demonstrate that the defendant (the party being sued) breached that duty. A breach can occur when the defendant does something that a reasonable person would not perform under the same circumstances or fails to do something that a reasonable person would do.
This can include actions such as a driver speeding, a property owner not fixing a hazardous situation, or a doctor failing to diagnose a clear medical condition.
Proving causation means demonstrating that the defendant’s breach of their duty of care has a direct causal link to your injuries. This can frequently be the most challenging part of a personal injury claim. It requires clear evidence linking the defendant’s actions (or lack of action) to your injury. For example, medical records, accident reconstruction, or expert testimony may be used to establish causation.
Finally, to have a valid personal injury claim, you must have suffered some form of damages as a result of the defendant’s actions. Damages may be economic, such as medical bills, loss of income, or property damage. They may also be non-economic, including pain and suffering, emotional Torment, or loss of enjoyment of life.
Our experienced personal injury attorneys will work closely with you to meticulously document all the damages and serious injuries you’ve incurred to ensure we seek the full compensation you deserve, either from the defendant or the insurance company (or both).
Going through the complex process of a personal injury claim can be troublesome. At Parker + McConkie, we walk with you each step of the way, ensuring you understand and feel confident throughout the entire process. You can expect to take the steps outlined below when filing a personal injury claim in West Valley City:
Remember, each personal injury case is unique, and the process may differ based on the specifics of your situation. The attorneys at Parker + McConkie are committed to providing personalized and compassionate representation, guiding you through this challenging time with expertise and care.
Under Utah law, most personal injury claims must be filed within four years from the date of injury. This timeframe can vary in certain circumstances, so seeking professional advice from an attorney as promptly as possible after an accident is crucial.
When filing a personal injury claim, the type and extent of damages you can recover will depend on the specifics of your case. Damages are generally classified into two categories: economic and non-economic damages.
Economic Damages: Otherwise called “special damages,” economic damages refer to the quantifiable financial losses resulting from an accident or injury. These can encompass past and future medical expenses such as hospital bills, the cost of medication, rehabilitation costs, and any required ongoing care. They also encompass lost income if you’ve had to take time off work due to your injury and lost earning capacity if your future earning capacity has been compromised.
In some cases, economic damages may also cover property damage, for instance, in the case of a car accident where your vehicle was damaged.
Non-Economic Damages: Commonly referred to as “general damages” and pertain to non-monetary losses, which are often subjective and vary significantly from one case to another. Non-economic damages often encompass pain and suffering, emotional distress, or even a loss of enjoyment in life. These damages can be harder to quantify, but they are nonetheless significant, and a skilled attorney can help ensure they are accounted for in your claim.
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, contact our West Valley City personal injury attorneys at Parker + McConkie. Our compassionate and proficient attorneys are here to help guide you through this challenging time. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
Call 801-845-0440 to get in touch with a member of our firm after your accident. We can review your case for free!