Things you Should Know About Property Liability
We are all responsible to a certain extent for the safety of those invited to visit our property. Issues can arise when a person has suffered an accident resulting in an injury. If the damage is severe enough, it may be necessary to determine what caused the accident and ultimately responsible for the damages. This […]
Why Children are the Most Likely Dog Bite Victims
There are around 350,000 to 400,000 emergency room visits each year due to dog bite-related injuries. Of all the victims of a dog attack, children are the most likely recipients to be involved. Psychologists and veterinarians from various institutions have performed studies and research to determine what makes canines snap and attack. We hope that […]
Common Terms Used in Personal Injury Cases
It can be easy for legal professionals to forget that the average person does not deal with standard terms daily. For many clients, an injury case can be the first time they have dealt with attorneys, insurance companies, and the court system in a significant way. The entire process can seem long, confusing, and intimidating […]
What Types of Damages Can I Seek in a Car Accident Claim?
Utah has around 50,000 motor vehicle accidents each year on our public roadways. This results in over 20,000 injured people and around 240 unfortunate deaths. Insurance companies report the average yearly claim values more than $3,000 for property damage and $15,000 for personal injury. Ideally, everyone who is injured gets a fair settlement with little […]
How Pedestrians Put Themselves at Risk
Avoid being hit by a car while walking. After years of serving the local community, we have seen the devastating results of accidents involving vehicles. A car hitting another car is a bad enough situation, but some cases are even worse. We are talking about the unfortunate reality of what happens when a vehicle strikes […]
How Does a Lawyer Evaluate a Personal Injury Case?
How does a lawyer evaluate a personal injury case? If you have been injured at work while visiting somewhere or by a complete accident, you may have dozens of unanswered questions. One of the most common queries people have is, “do I have a good case?” Although every case will be unique, there are some […]
Can I get Punitive Damages in Utah Injury Cases?
Can I get punitive damages in Utah injury cases? It is essential to understand the difference between punitive damages and compensatory damages in an injury case. Compensatory damages are what we think of most often when a person is involved in an accident. They are monetary awards designed to compensate a person once they have […]
Can you Experience PTSD After a Car Accident?
PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder is a significant problem that influences millions of people each year throughout the country. In many cases, PTSD can be caused by any kind of distressing or horrific occasion, consistent with automobile accidents. Research has revealed that approximately nine percent of the population with a car or truck accident will […]
Who is Responsible for a Car Accident?
Responsibility may be shared by both the driver and the pedestrian in some situations. Utah is a growing state, not only in terms of our overall population but with the number of visitors we get every year. As with any growing area, more people means more accidents. We are writing this article to talk about […]