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Understanding Your Legal Rights
Accidents can change your life in seconds, but when someone else’s negligence causes your injuries, the law gives you the right to fight back. Under Utah personal injury law, victims and families can seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
At Steele Adams Hosman, our Salt Lake City personal injury lawyers have more than 35 years of combined experience helping Utah residents rebuild their lives after serious accidents. We know how insurance companies operate, and we know how to win. Let our dedicated team handle the legal battle so you can focus on healing and moving forward.
Navigating the legal process can be tough, especially when you are already dealing with serious injuries. You should spend this time focusing on getting the proper medical care you need to heal, not on fighting with the insurance company for a fair settlement. At Steele Adams Hosman, our Salt Lake City personal injury lawyers are here to represent you and your rights. With more than 35 years of combined experience, we understand how the system works. Our team will provide the personal attention and support you need, as well as the aggressive advocacy you deserve.
Generally speaking, nearly anyone who has been injured in an accident or traumatic event can file a personal injury claim. Because Utah is a no-fault auto insurance state, you can file a claim with your own auto insurance provider after an accident regardless of who was at fault. This is true whether you were injured in an accident involving multiple passenger cars, a large truck or commercial vehicle, a motorcycle, or even a pedestrian or bicyclist.
In some cases, you may be able to go outside the no-fault system and bring a claim against a negligent driver or another party responsible for the accident. The same is true when it comes to non-motor vehicle accident cases, including claims involving:
If the insurance company (or another liable party) refuses to offer a fair settlement, you could be entitled to file a lawsuit and pursue justice in the courtroom. Contact our personal injury Lawyer in Utah today for the legal help you need.
Most personal injury lawsuits are brought on the grounds of negligence. To have a case based on negligence, you will need to prove the following:
At Steele Adams Hosman, our Salt Lake City personal injury attorneys fully investigate claims to determine exactly what happened and how our clients have been affected. We use this information to develop innovative legal strategies aimed at securing the best possible results.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR CASE, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT OUR PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS FOR A FREE CONSULTATION.
Immediately after an accident, you may be contacted by the other person or party’s insurance company. The insurance adjuster may try to get you to make a statement or accept a settlement; we strongly advise you to avoid speaking to the insurance adjuster until you have talked to an attorney.
Even though it may seem like they are trying to help you, the insurance company is not on your side. Like any other for-profit business, their main goal is to lower costs and increase profits—something they often try to do by taking advantage of people who don’t fully understand their rights. Any settlement offered by the insurance company is likely to fall far below what you actually need and deserve. If you sign anything or accept this first settlement, you could lose your right to seek the full, fair compensation you are owed.
When you work with an attorney, you put yourself in the best possible position when it comes to maximizing your recovery. Insurance companies know that an attorney from Steele Adams Hosman will not back down from a fight. Often, they are far more willing to fairly settle claims rather than go up against our attorneys in court. However, when they refuse to play fair, our experienced trial lawyers are ready to represent you and your rights throughout the litigation process.
As your legal team, we will handle every detail so that you can focus on healing. Our firm will meet all important deadlines, submit necessary paperwork, and help you prepare for everything that comes next. We truly care about you and your recovery.
In Utah, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is four years from the date of the accident or injury. This means you generally have up to four years to file a lawsuit against the party responsible for your injuries. If you miss this deadline, the court will likely dismiss your case, and you will lose the right to pursue compensation.
However, there are important exceptions. For example, if your claim involves a government entity, you may face a much shorter deadline – sometimes as little as one year. Medical malpractice and wrongful death cases also follow different time limits, often two years from when the injury or death is discovered.
Because these deadlines can vary and exceptions may apply, it’s important to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Acting quickly helps protect your rights and strengthens your case.
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