2019

Many people in Utah worry daily about getting home safely when they are on the road, especially when traveling on the highway alongside many semi-trucks. Even though truck drivers, as a whole, are often safer vehicle operators than most of the other public transportations, the size, weight, and volume of a semi-truck can lead to car accidents that are extremely catastrophic and brutally lethal. It is far...

A semi-truck accident is one of the most severe situations that can happen while traveling on a freeway. These large vehicles can cause huge amounts of damage to property and claim lives when an accident occurs. Utah’s highways have already started to see their fair share of accidents and dangerous winter driving conditions this season. One section of the highway, in particular, has experienced an...

If you are active in society, you have probably heard statements like, “don’t hesitate, call today” from local injury law firms. Yes, these prompts are part of their marketing endeavors, but it is not just about making their phones ring with new potentials. It can actually help those affected by a personal injury to speak with an attorney as quickly as possible. Most notably, there is a statute of...

In the world of personal injury litigation, traumatic brain injuries are one of the worst damages a person can suffer. Even mild trauma to the head can have devastating and life-long effects on an individual. In this article, we want to discuss what traumatic brain injury is, what causes it, what can happen to a person who has been hit in the head, and of course, how we can prevent these injuries. More...

Alcohol or drugs both make truck accidents more likely to occur. When truck drivers engage in these behaviors during adverse weather conditions, it only increases the risks. Impacts which are likely to affect drivers of tractor-trailers, 18 wheelers, and other big rigs include: Wet, slippery roads; Poor visibility due to fog and glare; Increased likelihood for traffic tie-ups; Road closures and...

Getting into a car, truck, or motorcycle accident is a shocking and difficult experience to live through. The most important thing is to ensure that everyone is safe, and emergency medical responders have been called if necessary. Even if you suspect that no occupants on either vehicle need an ambulance, it is important to call the police. The most important reason is that this will help obtain a police...

Medical facilities are generally responsible for the avoidable mistakes of medical professionals, specialists, registered nurses, dental professionals, and pharmacists. This is true whether we are talking about a surgery that went poorly due to medication errors regarding dosage or prescribing the wrong medicine. It suggests that, yes, the family members or estate executor of a client who passed away...

Slips, trips, and falls on public buses or trains can cause some severe harm to its passengers. When these accidents occur, the bus driver, train conductor, other passengers, bus/train company, or municipality may be liable for damages. Slip and fall lawyers can help individuals determine the best course of pursuing compensation following an accident on public transportation. Causes of Bus and Train...

Some jobs in Utah are more dangerous than others. Sometimes the work itself is precarious, and sometimes it's the working environment that poses a danger to workers. Every employer in Utah should offer workers compensation to take care of you when you get hurt during any job. Unfortunately, it doesn't always work out that way. In a dangerous job, the cost of an accident adds up quickly. Here are five of...

Almost daily that you drive to and from work, you may witness a fender-bender on the side of the road or nearly get hit yourself. You ask yourself, why does this happen way too often? The reason accidents happen so frequently is because some behaviors and circumstances occur way too often. Below are some of the most common ways an auto accident in Utah could happen: Distracted Driving Distracted driving...