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Layton is a popular destination known for its retail district, restaurants, and access to outdoor attractions like Adams Canyon. With so much traffic going in and out of the city, car accidents are inevitable, but you shouldn’t struggle with the consequences of a collision on your own.
You may want to start an insurance claim for your accident, but what seems like a simple claim could quickly become complicated. First, you need to figure out what kind of claim to make.
There are several options depending on the circumstances of your accident:
The first step to beginning any claim is to obtain a copy of your police report and discuss it with a car accident attorney who can detail your options for recovering compensation. If you have questions or concerns about your car accident, Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers is always available for a free consultation.
The Layton City Police Department’s Records Division accepts requests online, in person, or through the mail. Their physical address is:
429 North Washatch Drive
Layton, UT 84041
You can place a request in person Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Alternatively, you could mail your request form to the address above, but please note that you will need to have your signature notarized for this type of request.
Online requests can be made at the police department’s Records Request page.
With any of these methods, you must provide a government-issued ID before the records are released.
Additionally, all requests should include the following information:
Due to privacy laws, reports are only released to involved parties, their representatives, or other parties with an interest in the matter. “Involved parties” include drivers, passengers, injured pedestrians or bikers, and anyone involved in the collision.
Representatives are usually lawyers or insurance agents for the abovementioned parties. Other interested parties may include affected property owners, such as the owner of a vehicle that was damaged in the accident.
If your request is approved, the fee for a police report is $10. If photos or videos are available, you can request these for an additional $30.
First, avoid admitting fault at the scene or discussing your thoughts with anyone other than your attorney. While you should answer the responding officer’s questions honestly, you have no obligation to give an opinion on fault.
We make this recommendation because many people mistakenly believe they are at fault in an accident. Remember that you only have your own perspective on the accident and may not be aware of the other driver’s actions leading up to the crash.
Additionally, a shared fault is common in collisions. Even if you know you made a mistake, your error may not have been the primary cause of the accident—in fact, it may not even have contributed.
After investigating, we might discover that the other driver also made a mistake and that their actions were all or mostly responsible for the collision. For this reason, you should speak to a lawyer immediately if you suspect you have some fault in a crash.
If it does turn out that you are at fault, you still have options. In shared fault situations, you can recover damages so long as you are less than 50 percent responsible, but your settlement will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
If you are at least 50 percent responsible, you won’t be able to recover from the other driver’s insurance. However, you can still recover $3,000 from your PIP coverage for your medical bills and lost wages.
If you also have an optional MedPay policy, you may be able to seek additional compensation for medical bills. Collision coverage, another optional policy, will pay for your vehicle or property damage regardless of fault.
Determining fault in a car accident or deciding what kind of claim to make can be confusing. If you have questions or concerns about your accident, please don’t hesitate to contact Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers for a free consultation.
There is no obligation, but if we take your case, you won’t owe us anything until we win or settle it.
Attorney Brigham Richards founded Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers and has passionately advocated for injured people and their families ever since. His practice philosophy centers on responsibility, and he believes every client is the most important.
Licensed to practice in Utah and Nevada, he uses his experience in insurance claims and litigation to fight for the best possible settlement in each case. Work with his team today when you call (801) 810-9999.
We have helped many clients recover from injuries resulting from car accidents in West Valley, Salt Lake City, and the greater Utah area. We are here to help you recover after an accident. If you've been injured, don't hesitate to call Valley Law Accident and Injury Lawyers for a free consultation. We have recovered millions for our clients and we are ready to fight for you.
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