There is no time too soon in the aftermath of an auto accident to speak with a car crash lawyer, especially if you have concerns about how the insurance company will respond to your claim. Auto accidents can result in devastating financial repercussions for the at-fault party’s insurance provider. Having a legal representative can help …
Technology offers exciting new options in the automotive field that have consumers looking forward to advances that make driving cheaper, easier and safer. The power and size of vehicles bring inherent safety concerns. Such apprehensions are particularly evident regarding self-driving cars. Motorists may wonder, “Who pays for damages if an autonomous vehicle damages my car?” …
If you’re one of the approximately three million people injured in car accidents in the U.S. every year, you probably have several questions. You’ll want to know who will pay your hospital bills, how to file insurance claims, and if you should hire a car accident lawyer. Many people hire car accident attorneys to help them …
Rear-end crashes are one of the most common types of car crashes. Rear-end crashes can result in serious injuries and are the third most common cause of traffic fatalities. Rear-end collisions are usually one of the most straightforward types of accidents in terms of determining fault. However, not every case is the same. Who Is Usually …
The aftermath of a car accident is often emotionally and mentally overwhelming, especially when compounded by physical injuries. If you’ve been involved in an auto collision and your expenses exceed your insurance coverage, you may have some recourse in a lawsuit against the at-fault parties. However, before you begin the lawsuit process, you should understand …
Hiring a car accident attorney always starts with an initial meeting where you can discuss the details of your accident and the damages you suffered. You can schedule that meeting any time following the crash, but the sooner, the better. The statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit in Utah is four years from the …
The days that follow a devastating car accident can be frustrating and confusing. If you have severe injuries, you likely need help to navigate the steps you must take to recover your losses and hold the at-fault party responsible. When unsure, an experienced car accident lawyer can help you build your case, but first, consider …
An average of 6 million car accidents happen annually in the U.S. That’s over 16,000 crashes per day. With those statistics, you may likely be involved in an auto collision at some point. Do you know what you should do while you’re at the scene? Your actions may help or damage your health and the likelihood of …
No matter how big or small the situation, car accidents often leave drivers and passengers both shaken, confused or stressed. Accidents happen regularly in Utah, and are most often caused by speeding, failure to yield, lane swerving, distracted driving and driving while impaired. If you have been a victim in any type of accident, your …
Hitting a deer can be a traumatic experience. It can cause severe damage to your vehicle, especially at high speeds. Additionally, the driver and passengers of a car may be injured in the impact, leading to related medical bills. You may wonder who pays for all the damages and related costs of hitting a deer. …
Where roadways and drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists intersect, some conflict is inevitable. Over 27,000 car accidents occurred at intersections in Utah in 2021; nearly half of those accidents resulted in injury or death. Even drivers who pay careful attention to the road and practice consistent defensive driving may be involved in an auto accident at an intersection. …
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you may have questions about what you should do. One thing people commonly ask is whether they should visit a doctor even if they don’t think they’re injured. There are several things you should — and should not — do after a car accident. Siegfried & Jensen …
Getting into a car accident is shocking, and it isn’t easy to know what to do when faced with that situation. Sometimes you are too seriously injured to manage issues after a collision. In other instances, you may be able to handle some matters at the scene on your own. It is always better to …
The claims process after a car accident can be confusing when it comes to seeking damages and getting a recovery. Many car accidents result in injuries ranging from minor to debilitating. When harm occurs because of someone else’s negligence, a victim typically pursues a personal injury claim with an insurance company. However, not all accidents …
The purpose of personal injury law is to provide the victims of bodily harm an avenue to recover compensation for their losses. You are within your legal rights to file a claim or lawsuit without legal representation, but that is not always the best choice. For example, all car accident cases have unique circumstances, and …
