Every car accident is unique, and settlements are affected by many factors. However, generally speaking, the more catastrophic or life-changing the injuries sustained in a car wreck, the higher the settlement. Settlements in fatal car accident cases tend to be higher because they cause loss of life to the victim and devastating consequences for his …
The loss of a loved one can cause a family to feel a great deal of grief. When the loss happens unexpectedly, such as in a car accident, the family may wonder if they can pursue a wrongful death claim to be compensated for their loss and get justice for their loved one. The unexpected …
A death that is due to the negligence of another party could provide the basis of a wrongful death claim. By definition, these kinds of personal injury claims are meant to provide surviving family members with some type of financial recourse for the wrongful actions of another party, but there are certain exceptions that exist …
A wrongful death case can happen when a patient dies due to medical malpractice. Wrongful death lawsuits are governed strictly by Utah state law, and there are specific procedures that are unique to wrongful death lawsuits in comparison to broader personal injury claims. There are some key issues that are common to all wrongful death …
Utah is like other states, as it has its own distinct laws that regulate wrongful death claims. Here we are going to discuss the workings of these laws, beginning with how the state of Utah defines a wrongful death and who is able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. We will then take a look …
If the death of a person is due to the recklessness of another person or party, the surviving family members will often have the legal right to file a civil lawsuit in order to seek compensation for damages from the liable party. This type of lawsuit is known as a wrongful death case. There are …
Roughly every 36-hours, someone dies in a motor vehicle accident in Utah. This number adds up to over 270 people each year. Losing a loved one in a fatal collision is a tragedy in itself. Learning that your loved one lost their life as the result of another person’s negligent or reckless acts makes the …
Losing a loved one as the result of another party’s negligent or reckless acts can be devastating. Quite often, families are left with the burden of stacking financial obligations resulting from the incident. Losing a loved one in a car accident can result in thousands of dollars in medical expenses, damaged property, medical expenses, and …
The death of a loved one can be tragic. Quite often, surviving family members are filled with a range of emotions and endless questions surrounding the death. Families are left wondering what actually happened that lead to the death of their loved one. Was it an accident? Who caused it? Losing a family member unexpectedly can be …
When a loved one dies, there are often numerous financial struggles left upon the surviving spouse and children. These financial burdens often make dealing with the tragic loss all the more difficult. Whether the decedent was the sole provider for the family or shared the responsibility with their spouse, the death can cause overwhelming financial …
The death of a loved one is tragic. What makes this terrible situation even worse is finding out that your loved one died as the result of another person or persons’ negligent acts. In these cases, surviving family members may be able to recover compensation for the financial hardships they face due to the loss. …
Accidents that result in death occur daily across Utah. Dealing with the sudden loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult and often overwhelming for families. What makes dealing with this tragic situation even worse, is finding out that your loved one died as the result of another party’s negligent or reckless acts. When …
