Accidents happen in Utah daily, but some injuries from unsafe property conditions can be prevented. If you or a loved one gets injured on someone else’s property, the owner may be liable under Utah law, depending on the circumstances. Injured victims in Utah may have the right to file a premises liability lawsuit and pursue compensation for their losses and injuries.
At Hernandez Injury Law, our Utah premises liability lawyer acts fast, investigates the accident, collects key evidence, and evaluates liability. We know how to deal with property owners and their insurers, build a trial-ready case based on facts, and fight to win the award you deserve.
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In Utah, premises liability means property owners may have a duty to take reasonable steps to address hazards and make sure property conditions are safe for visitors. The property can be residential, commercial, or public. Under Utah law, there are three primary types of visitors:
People who enter property for business purposes or where the public is invited, such as customers at a store.
People who enter with permission for their own purposes, such as social guests.
People who enter without permission or another legal right to be there. Utah law generally limits an owner’s duty to trespassers, subject to statutory exceptions, including specific circumstances involving children.
The protection level for each visitor type is different. Utah premises liability law applies to and protects invitees and licensees, not trespassers (except children).
The legal duties owed to visitors depend on the circumstances. Utah law generally limits a property owner’s duty to trespassers, but statutory and common-law exceptions may apply.
Most premises injuries come from hazards an owner could have fixed or warned about. Common causes include:
In every case, the key question is whether the owner knew, or should have known, about the hazard and failed to act.
Falls on unsafe property most often cause broken bones, soft tissue damage, head injuries, and spinal cord injuries. Other premises hazards cause different harm. Common injuries include:
After you get injured on someone’s premises, your every act matters. What you do early can shape your premises liability claim. Here is what to do after an accident:
Immediately after the accident, notify the property owner, manager, or staff while you are at the incident location. Request an incident report if available and keep a copy of it.
See a medical professional right away after a dangerous premises injury, even if you feel fine. Some injuries, like whiplash, show up days later. Keep every record and bill to protect your claim. Call 911 in case of emergency.
When safe, take photos or record videos of the hazard, surrounding area, warning signs if present, and visible injuries. Note the date, time, location, and ask the property owner to save security camera footage.
Save all medical reports, bills, and travel expenses. These records may help explain what happened and document your losses.
Be careful when the property owner or his insurer asks for a recorded statement. Don’t guess about what happened or play down your injuries. One statement made too early can hurt your whole claim.
Speaking with a premises liability lawyers helps you understand your rights and move forward with confidence.
Multiple parties can be found liable in a premises liability claim. It depends on the exact details of the incident and who controls the property, not who owns it. What you must prove is clear evidence of negligence, including duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages.
For example, a store operator must keep the rented shop reasonably safe for visitors. If unsafe conditions cause an injury, the operator may be liable, depending on the circumstances. Other potentially liable entities and individuals may include property owners, managers, landlords, commercial tenants, and government entities like a city or a state.
Every premises liability case is different. The compensation available in a premises liability claim depends on your injuries, losses, and who was responsible. To secure it, the injured victim must establish clear evidence of negligence. An injured Utah victim may recover compensation across three categories:
Economic damages may include:
Non-economic damages may include:
In some cases, a court may award punitive damages for conduct that meets Utah’s legal requirements. These damages punish and deter qualifying misconduct. They are separate from compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain, and other losses. Their availability depends on the facts and applicable law.
Unsafe property conditions can make you or your loved one injured at any time. Most Utah premises liability injury victims do not know their legal rights unless they speak with a premises liability lawyer. At Hernandez Injury Law, we focus on clear communication, strong representation, and personal support for every client we serve in Utah. Here are some reasons why Utah people choose us:
We know this is more than a legal case; it’s your life, your health, and your future. Our approach is built around giving you clarity and control during a difficult time.
When you get injured while passing through someone’s property, you should not handle the legal process alone. Hernandez Injury Law is there to provide keen attention to your case and work to pursue the benefits and compensation you deserve under Utah law. Here is what you’ll get from us:
Our Utah premises liability attorney listens to you, reviews the details of your accident, and walks you through your legal options under Utah law for free.
We move quickly to gather all critical evidence required to prove liability. This may include incident reports, victims’ medical records, witness statements, camera footage, property maintenance records, and more. We investigate the hazard and assess whether the property owner knew or should have known about it.
Our premises liability lawyer reviews medical records, treatment history and costs, lost wages, and long-term effects of injuries. This helps link your injuries to the accident and assess your damages.
We present evidence to the property owner’s insurance company and address disputes over fault and damages. We negotiate a settlement that covers your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If insurer negotiations do not resolve the dispute, we can evaluate whether filing a premises liability lawsuit against one or more potentially responsible parties is appropriate. We present evidence to establish the property owner’s negligence and support your claim.
At Hernandez Injury Law, we proudly serve all across Utah. We cover areas including:
Utah generally gives you four years to file a premises liability lawsuit; however, exceptions may apply. If the injured person is under 18 (a minor), their four-year timeline generally starts from their 18th birthday. Claims against a city, county, school, or the state require a written notice of claim within one year.
Possibly. Utah’s modified comparative negligence law may allow you compensation if your share of the fault is less than 50%. However, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If your fault meets or exceeds the statutory threshold (i.e., 50% or more), you generally cannot recover.
You pay no upfront. At Hernandez Injury Law, we work on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney fees unless we win. We explain the fee and any case costs in writing during your free consultation, before you decide to hire us.
Hernandez Injury Law proudly serves personal injury victims throughout Northern Utah, including Salt Lake City, Ogden, Midvale, Sandy, West Jordan, Taylorsville, Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, East Millcreek, and nearby communities. Contact us today to learn more about how we may be able to assist with your claim.
If you were injured in a rideshare accident in Utah, Hernandez Injury Law can review the circumstances and explain your legal options. Call 801-590-3275 or schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
