South Salt Lake Police Accident Reports

No one wants to experience a car accident, but unfortunately, traffic collisions are a frequent occurrence in Utah, with more than 60,000 reported in 2023 alone. These accidents led to 26,638 injuries and 279 fatalities, with speeding identified as a leading cause.

Distracted driving is another common factor in accidents, with data showing distraction is responsible for 8 percent of all fatal crashes in Utah and 2,811 injuries in 2023.

If you’ve been hurt due to a speeding, distracted, or otherwise negligent driver, you might suffer from painful injuries, miss work, or even face long-term disabilities. You may anticipate the at-fault driver’s insurance covering your losses, but adjusters often aim to minimize payouts for their company.

As a result, they might attempt to shift blame to you, reduce the value of your claim, or both.

To safeguard your rights after a collision with a careless driver, it’s important to obtain a copy of the accident report and consult with a knowledgeable car accident lawyer. At Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers, we provide free consultations to anyone with questions about car accident injuries.

Please contact us today to explore your options for pursuing compensation.

Learn more about distracted driving and other common causes of accidents in Utah.

How to Obtain a Copy of Your South Salt Lake Police Car Accident Report

You can use the online form or a printable form that can be dropped off at the South Salt Lake Police Department. The physical address is:

South Salt Lake Police Department

2835 South Main St.

Salt Lake City, UT 84115

You should include your contact information (name, address, phone number, email address) and a detailed description of the record you need. The best way to help the records clerk find your report is to use the case number, which is located on paperwork provided by the responding officer.

You should also explain the location, date, and approximate time of the accident.

Car accident reports are not public under Utah laws, so you should include your involvement in the accident. Options on the printable form are:

• Requestor was involved in the accident
• Parent or legal guardian seeking report for a minor involved in the accident
• Legal guardian of an incapacitated adult seeking a copy of the report
• Requestor owned a vehicle involved in the collision
• Insurance company
• Requestor suffered property damage
• Other

The online form does not offer specific options, but you should mention how you were involved in the detailed description.

It may take up to ten working days to process your request.

How Much Does an Accident Report Cost?

The South Salt Lake Police Department charges $15 for a car accident report.

Do You Need a Lawyer for Your Car Accident, or Should You File a Claim Yourself?

Often, people wonder if they really need a lawyer after their car accident. If your collision was very minor and likely to be covered by your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance, you may not need an attorney.

PIP is no-fault insurance that covers medical bills and some lost income in less severe collisions.

It’s easy to think that a PIP claim is a simple way to address your injuries, and sometimes, it is. However, there are numerous situations in which it may not cover all your damages, or you could need help getting the settlement you deserve.

Here are just a few examples of situations where you may need qualified legal advice:

• Mandatory PIP coverage in Utah is limited to $3,000 (although you can purchase a larger policy). With rising healthcare costs, many people find that their medical expenses quickly overtake the $3,000 limit. Remember, even if your initial hospital bill was below $3,000, follow-up appointments, physical therapy, and other care could create expensive medical bills later. Once your medical costs are over $3,000, you will need to make an at-fault claim, which is much more complicated.
• If you suffer permanent disability, disfigurement, or impairment from your injuries, an at-fault claim will be necessary.
• You can file an at-fault claim yourself, but these are heavily scrutinized by the insurance adjuster. It’s not unusual for the adjuster to blame the injured party for being fully or partially responsible for the collision. Even if they believe you are only 10 or 20 percent at fault, this could reduce your settlement by thousands of dollars. If the adjuster decides you are at least 50 percent at fault, they can deny the claim entirely.
• While your PIP claim can’t be denied based on fault, there are other reasons it could be rejected.
• Have you already filed an insurance claim and received an offer from the insurance company? We always recommend reviewing an insurance company’s offer with an attorney before you accept to ensure everything is covered. In some cases, we find the adjuster has overlooked or underestimated some damages, and the final payout should be higher.

Whenever you are injured in an accident, it’s always a good idea to consult an attorney about your legal rights, preferably sooner rather than later. If we believe filing your own claim is the best option, we’ll tell you that.

But if you need help proving another party is at fault or fighting for a more reasonable settlement, we can assist you in pursuing the compensation you deserve.

Who Can You Contact for More Help With Your Car Accident Claim?

The skilled legal team at Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers is ready to assist you. Please reach out to us for a complimentary consultation, during which we can go over your accident report, address your concerns, and outline the options available to seek compensation.

There’s no obligation to proceed, and if we take your case, you won’t pay any fees unless we win or reach a settlement.

Attorney Brigham Richards established Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers to passionately advocate for injured people and their families. With extensive experience handling insurance claims and personal injury cases, Mr. Richards strives to secure the best possible outcome for every client.

He is fluent in both English and Spanish and is licensed to practice law in Utah and Nevada.

Valley Law Accident & Injury Lawyers has secured over $100 million in compensation for our clients. Please contact us today at (801) 810-9999 to learn how we can help you.