If you’ve been in a car accident, you know how jarring and traumatic it can be. But what you might not know is that car crashes can leave you with all sorts of physical and psychological injuries. Crash injuries are predicted to be the eighth leading cause of death globally for all age groups. Car accident injuries are as varied … Read More
When it comes to personal injury claims in Utah, many people picture elaborate courtroom trials with a judge and jurors. However, this hardly happens. Estimates show that about 95% of pending lawsuits end in a pre-trial settlement, meaning only 1 in 20 personal injury cases is resolved in court. Typically, avoiding trial is easier on the pocket and gives each party … Read More
According to the National Safety Council, 4,842 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes in 2020 in the United States. This is a 4% decrease from 2019 but a 33% increase since 2011. In fact, since 2016, the number of trucks involved in fatal crashes has increased by 5%. In 2020, a total of 107,000 large trucks were involved in … Read More
Ridesharing has exploded in popularity, especially as things get back to normal gradually. Uber and Lyft are two leading service providers in the US. As of May 2022, Uber was the leading rideshare company with a 78% market share, while Lyft was the second most popular service provider with a share of 28%. While convenience is unbeatable, rideshare accident accidents are … Read More
A civil lawsuit is a legal process where one person seeks to hold another liable for some wrongdoing/personal injury. Most often, the defendant will seek financial compensation from the perpetrator as a reimbursement for the harm caused to them. When it comes to civil litigation cases, you’ll need a lawyer, no matter which side of the fence you’re on. A … Read More
If you or your loved one has been injured due to the negligence of another person in Utah, you may be eligible to file a legal case and claim monetary compensation. Though you have the option of representing yourself in court, you may find it difficult to understand the various nuances of your case. Further, the legal system in Utah can … Read More
The USA is seeing a record spike in auto accident fatalities. According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 42,915 people died in motor vehicle crashes last year, a 10.5% increase from the 38,824 deaths in 2020. Presumably, some of these events may have led to personal injury lawsuits. When you have a personal injury case, … Read More
Being in a car accident can be extremely stressful. Apart from experiencing pain and confusion, you have to deal with piling medical expenses. On top of that, realizing that you may not be able to return to work for weeks or even months, can make you more insecure about your future. Amid all of this, the last thing you want … Read More
If you’ve been hurt or seriously injured in an accident because of another person’s negligence or wrongdoing, you should seek immediate medical assistance. After that, you should speak with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. This is crucial as the attorney will help you pursue justice and financial compensation from the party responsible for your damages and losses. … Read More
Whether you were bitten by someone’s pet or slipped and fell at a business, or were in an auto accident, you may be able to receive compensation for the injuries sustained. As long as you can prove that your injuries were caused due to someone else’s negligence, you can file a personal injury claim in keeping with Utah legal requirements. … Read More