In 2016, 62,471 accidents occurred in Utah, 259 of them being fatal — a total of 281 lives were lost in those accidents. With transportation being such a vital part of everyday life, it is often forgotten that lives are at such a high risk when they take the road. Personal injury lawyers can and...Read More
Picture Copyright Belongs to The Atlantic By now, if you live in the greater Salt Lake metropolis, you should have seen the new electric scooters zipping around downtown. Two companies, Bird and Lime, recently started providing individuals in larger cities an opportunity to get around with a little more convenience than walking—electric push-scooters—and as of...Read More
Contrary to popular belief, road rage is not always defined by the acts of honking your horn, making obscene gestures and yelling at another driver—these actions are categorized as the behavior of an aggressive driver. However, there are specific signs that indicate the difference between both escalated forms of driving. No matter what the difference...Read More
When you think of defensive driving, what comes to mind? To many, it may be driving irritably slow and second-guessing every move you make behind the wheel, but defensive driving shouldn’t be something that drivers look down upon. Defensive driving is double checking before changing lanes, controlling your speed, being alert and distraction-free and driving...Read More
As drivers, we all share the road with each other, with bikers, and with pedestrians. A big part of being a driver is not only driving safely and being aware of your surroundings but being courteous to the other people you share the road with. To avoid the need of a personal injury lawyer, here...Read More
Accidents can happen on any day at any given time, whether they’re the byproduct of distracted or reckless driving or drivers under the influence. While most accidents are caused by the negligence of a driver, there are instances when an auto accident has been caused by a car owner’s failure to properly maintain their vehicle....Read More
All people have to wear seat belts when they are driving. If you’re in the habit of skipping this fundamental safety measure, you should know that it’s one of the first things that your car accident attorney will ask about in the event that you are actually in a car accident. You should not assume that a...Read More
Car accidents involving loose cargo are relatively common. The people who hit oncoming cargo that fell off another vehicle while driving will almost never be held liable. Drivers who get hit with the cargo are the victims. The people who are in this situation shouldn’t be too concerned about what a car accident attorney will say. Victims...Read More
Lots of car accidents will be connected to whether or not one of the drivers used a turn signal at the right time. If you are about to make a turn on the road, you absolutely have to use your turn signals before any maneuvers. If you fail to do this, it will affect the...Read More
Cases involving physical injuries are often complicated. These cases can be particularly complex when a child gets injured. After all, children require adult supervision. The kids themselves cannot be held entirely responsible for their actions. A car accident attorney can help clients understand all of the intricate aspects of the relevant personal injury laws. You also might...Read More