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What Do I Do If I Hit An Animal in Utah
Unsure of what to do if you hit any animal in Utah? You can follow steps to repair your vehicle, see to your injuries, and negotiate with the insurance company. This process often starts with a conversation with the experienced team of Salt Lake City car accident lawyers at Valiente Mott. During this time of crisis…
Uber/Lyft Driver Liability In Salt Lake City
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have changed how people commute to work, shop, and get around Salt Lake City. Unfortunately, these companies have also had an impact on the risk of car accidents. According to research from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, ridesharing has been linked to an increase of…
Comparative Negligence In Utah Personal Injury Cases
Utah is a comparative negligence jurisdiction that allows an accident victim to recover damages only if they were not more than 50% at fault. Further, the damages they might recover will be reduced proportionally to their fault. Given this, a Utah accident victim is wise to retain a lawyer with the expertise to show…
Vehicle Damage Rating on Police Report
When motor vehicle accidents in Las Vegas involve substantial property losses or physical injuries, the law requires the police to appear at the scene and make a report. Part of their report involves something known as the vehicle damage rating. This is an assessment of the severity of the impact. These reports can have…
Do I Need to Go to Court for a Car Accident Injury Claim in Utah?
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, it might be necessary to go to court for your Utah injury claim because settlement negotiations have stalled. This can happen when the defendant and their attorney consistently offer compensation that would not cover your present or even your future damages and losses. In that case,…