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An Uber ride is far more comfortable, private, and convenient than public transit, and more budget-friendly than a taxi, but when you’re in an accident as an Uber passenger or in a collision with an Uber driver, it’s frightening and traumatic, especially if you’re injured. The aftermath is also distressing when you encounter the...

Uber rides offer privacy, comfort, and the unmatched convenience of a car that shows up within minutes after a few simple taps on an app. Most Uber rides end safely, but what if your Uber driver has an accident while you’re a passenger? Can you get compensation for your injury-related losses? Under Utah 78B-5-818.,...

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...

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...

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...

With safer vehicles, seatbelt mandates, and increased awareness, car accidents in Utah and throughout the nation declined during the last decade.  Although traffic accident rates have decreased slightly in the years following the 2020 pandemic, car accident numbers in Utah and nationwide remain alarmingly high. Car accident statistics reveal alarming trends, including an increase...