Salt Lake City Personal Injury Practice Areas

Large trucks can cause a disproportionate amount of damage in a collision with a passenger vehicle. For this reason, there are many regulations on trucks and truck drivers, and trucking companies usually have a robust screening process for hiring drivers. Even so, sometimes, a truck driver makes a mistake that can lead to an accident. In other situations, another party, such as the trucking company or a third party responsible for loading the trailer, may actually be responsible.

Working out who was at fault in a truck accident can be complicated, and the insurance company may be inclined to blame you. Your truck accident lawyer will collect evidence to show you were not at fault and build a case against the responsible party. Damages may be very high in these cases, and we will fight to get you the settlement you deserve.

Like motorcyclists, pedestrians also suffer high rates of injuries and fatalities in car collisions. Utah’s laws are somewhat balanced between protecting the rights of pedestrians and drivers – motorists are expected to exercise care when driving around pedestrians, but people on foot are expected to obey laws about where they can walk and how to cross the street.

If you were injured as a pedestrian, you may have multiple medical bills and could be out of work for a long time. The insurance company could reduce their liability by shifting some of the blame to you, or they might undervalue your claim. You can protect yourself in this situation by engaging the services of a pedestrian accident lawyer.

While Utah may be known for its desert landscapes, it also boasts more than 2,000 lakes and 89,000 miles of streams, making it a prime location for boating. While boating is a leisure activity, boats are large vehicles that can cause serious damage if things go wrong. Accidents involving boats could lead to drowning, broken bones, head injuries, back and spine injuries, and more. Additionally, there are multiple parties who may be liable after a boating accident, making it difficult to determine how to seek compensation. Your lawyer can help you establish fault and pursue your damages.

New construction is skyrocketing in Utah due to both population growth and the relatively low cost of building a house versus buying one. This can be lucrative for people in the construction business – unless an injury on the job site sidelines you. Construction workers and helpers, roofers, and crane operators have some of the most dangerous jobs in the country, and you deserve all of your Worker’s Compensation benefits if you’re hurt. Unfortunately, many people struggle to acquire these benefits due to claim denials or difficulties with their employers. A construction site accident attorney can help you get the Worker’s Compensation benefits you need to recover from your injuries and pay your bills in the meantime.

You expect your medication or health devices to help instead of hurt you, but unfortunately, some people suffer severe adverse effects from a medication or medical device. To complicate matters, it may not be immediately apparent what caused your condition, and some people may struggle for years to get a diagnosis for their symptoms. If you suspect you were harmed by a dangerous drug or medical device, don’t hesitate to consult a personal injury lawyer to learn if you have a case against the manufacturer.

We like to think of dogs as our best friends, but sometimes, an aggressive dog can bite or otherwise injure a person. Because of Utah’s strict liability laws regarding dog bites, you may be able to seek compensation from the owner in most situations.

Construction workers aren’t the only people who might be hurt at work. On-the-job injuries happen in every industry, from retail to food service to office work. If you’ve been denied Worker’s Compensation for any reason or have been told you don’t qualify as a contractor, we recommend speaking with a Worker’s Compensation attorney. We can advise you on your options for pursuing a claim or seeking compensation through other routes.