Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Ski Collisions In Utah?
When a collision occurs on the slopes or trails due to one skier's careless or reckless actions, the other skier has the right to financial accountability through a lawsuit. But how does the liable party pay for the injury victim’s damages, considering that the average individual doesn’t have adequate available financial resources? Fortunately, most...
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What Is the Utah Safe Skier Act?
Speeding down a mountain slope in the open air is an undeniably exhilarating outdoor activity, but it also comes with inherent risks. Utah’s Safe Skier Act addresses those risks, but what does it do, and who does it protect? According to Utah Code Section 78B-4-401, the act states the following: “It is the purpose...
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What to Know About Comparative Fault and Shared Liability
Few human experiences today are as frightening and traumatic as a car accident. Unfortunately, the distress continues for days or even months after the crash when an injury victim seeking the compensation they deserve for damages like medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, files a claim against the at-fault party’s insurance. But...
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Steps to Take After a Truck Accident
Utah’s strategic location in the center of the western United States makes its roadways a vital portion of the trucking industry. Although trucking is crucial to the country’s supply chain, it also means that Utah’s roadways are crowded with large commercial trucks that outweigh standard family cars by as much as 76,000 pounds when...
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How to File a Car Accident Lawsuit
Utah’s no-fault car accident system requires individuals seeking compensation for accident-related damages to file a claim against their personal injury protection (PIP) insurance policy. However, if the damages are extensive, they can also file a claim for additional damages from the party responsible for the accident. In most cases, this is another driver whose...
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What to Do If Your Accident Involves a Government Vehicle
Experiencing a car accident is traumatic and terrifying, especially when the accident causes injury to you or a loved one. Facing the aftermath of a car accident feels overwhelming when painful medical procedures and an uncertain physical and financial future loom ahead. It can be challenging to take purposeful action after an accident, but...
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