Like other states, Utah has what is known as a “statute of limitations” on personal injury cases. This means you only have a certain amount of time to file a personal injury lawsuit in Utah. In most cases, you have four years from the date of the accident or injury to bring your case to court. Sometimes, this deadline may be deferred, such as in cases involving injuries that were not immediately discovered or cases involving minors, but these exceptions are rare.

Note that the four-year statute of limitations applies to personal injury lawsuits, not claims. Often, the amount of time you have to file a claim after an accident or injury depends on the insurance company and the specific policy involved. In general, the sooner you act the better. As time goes on, your memory of the incident can fade, and important evidence can be lost. If you miss filing deadlines, your chance to recover compensation for your damages could be jeopardized.

When you reach out to our team at Steele Adams Hosman, we will immediately begin gathering relevant details of your case and putting together supporting evidence. We often work with a team of specialists, including accident reconstructionists and expert witnesses, to build powerful cases for our clients. Our attorneys understand the importance of taking immediate action to secure the fair settlement you are owed. Although we cannot guarantee a specific outcome for your case, we can assure you that we will do everything in our power to ensure that you receive the justice you deserve.