Injured in a Salt Lake City motorcycle crash? Robert J. DeBry & Associates has represented Utah riders since 1981 from our office at 35 West Broadway, Suite 300, minutes from the Third District Court where Salt Lake County personal injury cases are heard. We handle motorcycle accident claims on a contingency fee basis, with no fee unless we win, and offer free 24/7 consultations, including home and hospital visits.
A motorcycle accident claim does not work the way a car accident claim does. Riders have none of the structural protection a passenger vehicle provides, which means motorcycle accident injuries tend to be far more serious, and insurance companies frequently open a motorcycle file already assuming the rider was at fault. This page covers what injured motorcyclists in Salt Lake City need to know: your legal rights under Utah law, where crashes concentrate in Salt Lake County, what compensation may be available, and what to do after a motorcycle wreck. It is general information, not legal advice, and it does not replace a conversation with an attorney about your specific situation.
Motorcycle accident legal representation means having a lawyer working on your behalf from the moment you call: investigating the accident scene, handling the insurance companies, building your motorcycle accident claim, and taking the case to court if a fair settlement cannot be reached. For motorcycle accident victims who have suffered severe injuries, that representation removes the burden of navigating a complex legal process while you are still recovering. Broken bones, road rash, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and internal injuries are all common injuries sustained in these crashes, and that severity shapes every part of the claim.
A motorcycle accident attorney handles investigation of the accident scene, preservation of evidence such as accident reports and witness statements, negotiation with the other driver’s insurance company, assessment of medical expenses and lost wages, and litigation through trial if needed. Motorcycle accident cases often require investigation resources such as accident reconstruction experts to establish how a collision occurred, particularly when the at-fault driver disputes what happened.
Rider bias can affect compensation in motorcycle accident claims. Insurance companies frequently start from the assumption that the motorcyclist was at fault, and an experienced attorney can push back on that assumption and work to reduce the percentage of fault assigned to you. Helmet use, lane position, and speed are all factors insurers raise when trying to shift blame onto a rider. Without representation, injured motorcyclists risk accepting settlements that fail to account for the physical injuries, the emotional toll, and the long-term medical bills their injuries will actually demand.
Local knowledge of traffic patterns and crash locations matters for motorcycle accident lawyers in Utah. An attorney who knows where motorcycle crashes cluster in Salt Lake County, whether on I-15 or in Emigration Canyon, understands the specific hazards involved and can anticipate the arguments an insurance adjuster will raise. Familiarity with the Third District Court’s procedures and with Salt Lake City road and weather conditions gives your motorcycle accident lawsuit a practical footing that a firm unfamiliar with the area does not have.
Our Salt Lake City office is at 35 West Broadway, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, in the heart of downtown and minutes from the Third District Court where Salt Lake County personal injury cases are heard. The office is accessible for clients throughout Salt Lake City and the surrounding communities. If you have suffered severe injuries and cannot travel, we offer home and hospital visits so your motorcycle accident case moves forward without delay. Consultations are free and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Choosing a motorcycle accident lawyer after a serious crash is one of the most important decisions you will make. Riders in Salt Lake City choose Robert J. DeBry & Associates for experience, for local familiarity, and for a fee structure that removes financial risk.
Robert J. DeBry & Associates has served Utah since 1981. For more than four decades the firm has handled motorcycle accident cases across Salt Lake City and the surrounding area, which means deep familiarity with how Utah motorcycle accident claims are investigated, negotiated, and tried. A firm handling a serious motorcycle claim should be prepared to take the case to court, and our history reflects that.
Client feedback and reviews are one useful way to evaluate motorcycle accident lawyers. Robert J. DeBry & Associates has earned strong five-star Google reviews from injured clients across Utah, and clients regularly point to clear communication, steady negotiation with insurance companies, and attentive representation throughout the case.
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they are paid only if you recover. Robert J. DeBry & Associates works the same way. There is no upfront cost, no hourly billing, and no fee unless your motorcycle accident claim results in compensation. That structure removes the financial barrier for injured riders who are already facing mounting medical bills and lost wages.
Salt Lake County carries the highest concentration of motorcycle crashes in Utah. Between 2020 and 2024, Utah recorded 5,887 motorcycle-related crashes resulting in 229 fatalities, according to the Utah Highway Safety Office, with Salt Lake County leading in volume. Understanding where these crashes happen helps explain why local legal knowledge matters to a motorcycle accident case.
The I-15 and I-80 interchange is one of the highest-traffic areas in the state. Merging lanes, high speeds, and drivers failing to check blind spots create dangerous conditions for motorcycle riders. A collision between a motor vehicle and a motorcyclist at highway speed frequently results in catastrophic injury or wrongful death. Most multi-vehicle motorcycle crashes involve another driver failing to yield or making an improper turn, not a mistake by the rider.
State Street is a corridor with heavy traffic, frequent lane changes, and intersection congestion that puts motorcycle riders at elevated risk. Foothill Drive presents its own challenges, with changing road grades, turning vehicles, and limited visibility at certain points. These arterials see a concentration of crashes where a driver turning left fails to see an approaching motorcyclist.
Emigration Canyon and Big Cottonwood Canyon are popular recreational riding routes, and they carry distinct hazards: sharp curves, variable road surfaces, limited lighting, and drivers unfamiliar with sharing the road with motorcycles. When another driver causes a crash on these roads, the remote locations can also delay emergency medical attention and complicate the investigation.
Several areas of Utah law directly affect what an injured motorcyclist can recover. What follows is a brief overview of each. For deeper information, see our detailed pages on filing a motorcycle claim and understanding Utah accident laws.
Utah follows a modified comparative negligence rule in personal injury cases under Utah Code 78B-5-818. If you are less than 50 percent at fault for your motorcycle crash you can still recover compensation, but your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 50 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing. That threshold is why fault allegations in a motorcycle case are worth challenging rather than accepting, and why insurers invest so much effort in assigning fault to the rider.
Utah motorcycle insurance requirements differ from standard auto requirements in ways that matter a great deal after a crash. Personal Injury Protection, the no-fault coverage that pays a car occupant’s first medical bills regardless of fault, does not apply to motorcycles the way it applies to passenger vehicles. Injured motorcyclists therefore often depend on the at-fault driver’s liability coverage, on their own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, or on their health insurance. Insurance companies frequently make early, low offers in motorcycle cases, and a quick settlement offer rarely reflects the true long-term cost of a serious injury.
Utah’s statute of limitations for a motorcycle accident injury claim is four years from the date of the accident, and three years for property damage. Claims against a government entity, which can arise when a roadway defect contributed to a crash, run on a much shorter clock and require written notice well before that. Four years sounds like ample time, but evidence degrades quickly. Witness memories fade, surveillance footage is overwritten, and medical records become harder to tie directly to the crash. Acting early protects the claim.
When negotiations with the insurance company fail to produce a fair settlement, your motorcycle accident lawsuit is filed in the Third District Court, which holds jurisdiction over civil cases in Salt Lake County. The litigation process includes filing the complaint, discovery where both sides exchange evidence, motions, and potentially trial. Robert J. DeBry & Associates has practiced in the Third District Court throughout its history, and our office at 35 West Broadway, Suite 300 is located near the courthouse, which allows efficient handling of filings, hearings, and discovery motions. Familiarity with local court rules and procedures benefits clients by reducing delays and keeping the personal injury lawsuit on schedule.
Robert J. DeBry & Associates represents motorcycle accident victims throughout Salt Lake County and the surrounding communities, including downtown Salt Lake City, Sugar House, Murray, Sandy, West Valley City, South Salt Lake, Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, Millcreek, and Draper. Wherever your motorcycle accident occurred within that service area, whether on a highway interchange, a residential street, or a canyon road, our attorneys can take the case. For clients who have suffered severe injuries and cannot visit the office, we provide home and hospital consultations so the legal process begins without delay. Visit our statewide motorcycle accident page to learn how we can help.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle crash in Salt Lake City, taking the right steps now protects both your health and your motorcycle accident claim.
Injured motorcyclists in Utah may be able to claim compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. Call Robert J. DeBry & Associates at 801-888-8888 for a free consultation, available 24/7. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Yes. Robert J. DeBry & Associates has represented injured motorcyclists in Salt Lake City since 1981 from our downtown office. Our personal injury attorneys handle every stage of a motorcycle accident case, from the initial investigation through trial if that becomes necessary.
Our office is at 35 West Broadway, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. It is centrally located near the Third District Court and accessible from across Salt Lake County. For clients with severe injuries we also offer home and hospital visits.
Robert J. DeBry & Associates works on a contingency fee basis. There is no upfront cost and no fee unless we win your case, and the consultation is free with no obligation.
You have four years from the date of the accident to file an injury claim under Utah law, and three years for property damage. Claims involving a government entity run on a shorter deadline. Waiting reduces the quality of the available evidence, so speaking with an attorney early is strongly recommended.
Utah’s no-fault Personal Injury Protection coverage does not apply to motorcycles the way it applies to passenger vehicles, which is one of the biggest practical differences between a car accident claim and a motorcycle accident claim in Utah. Injured riders often rely on the at-fault driver’s liability coverage, their own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, or their health insurance. Reviewing your specific policies is one of the first things we do.
We serve Salt Lake City and communities throughout Salt Lake County, including Murray, Sandy, West Valley City, Draper, Cottonwood Heights, and Holladay. If your car accident or motorcycle crash occurred elsewhere in Utah we can likely still help, so call to discuss your situation.
This is general information, not legal advice. Contacting Robert J. DeBry & Associates or submitting a form does not create an attorney-client relationship.