Teen Drivers: 4 Tips to Avoid Accidents Young and inexperienced drivers are susceptible to the risk of being involved in a car accident. The tips below can help teens avoid accidents and stay safe while they acclimate to their vehicle and the road. Mobile Phones Cellphones are a massive source of distraction for young drivers. Adults are also responsible for being distracted, but not as much as teen...
What To Do If You've Hit a Parked Car Have you found yourself in a crowded parking lot and you accidentally hit a parked car, nothing serious, but you can see the car is now scratched or slightly dented? You may be left wondering what the next step is and how you can cover yourself as much as possible so you're not stuck with the repair bills. Below are a few tips on what you can do after you have hit a...
We were all struck by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020; state-wide mandates prevented us from celebrating the holidays how we usually do. The struggle still is ongoing; however, during the pandemic, there were reports of nine deaths and over 145,000 toy-related injuries during the holidays. Most of these injuries are minor; however, almost ten percent of toy-related injuries require severe treatment and, in...
According to the CDC, About one out of five slip and fall accidents cause severe head injuries or broken bones. Many of these people who suffered injuries from a slip and fall in Utah neglect to get medical attention afterward. As Utah's premier personal injury lawyers, we know that a slip and fall injury can lead to many devastating and life-altering consequences. If you or a loved one has sustained a...
A slip and fall accident is one of the most common accidents to happen in a workplace. Slips, trips, and falls cause about 26% of nonfatal work injuries. Also, it seems that slip and fall accidents lead to more than 700 deaths annually. If you or a loved one has suffered from a slip and fall accident at work, the attorneys at Utah Personal Injury Attorneys will help you get the compensation you deserve....
Every type of injury to the neck and upper back can lead to a significant amount of pain and suffering to a victim. Whiplash is the most common type of injury to this specific area of the body. There are many ways that whiplash can occur, and many people fail to understand that whiplash can have long-lasting effects on victims. We have taken the liberty to discuss how whiplash occurs and why it's crucial...
A vehicle accident can be a scary and traumatizing experience for anyone involved. Though most vehicle accident claims in Utah settle with insurance providers, it does not mean that it is easy for the collision victim to recover the compensation that they deserve. It is common for insurance providers to put up a fight; they prey on claimants to get as much information to lower the compensation. This is why...
Due to a car accident, you may endure some injuries. Some catastrophic injuries can leave you dealing with a permanent life-altering disability, while others are more common and less impactful long-term. Here are the most common injuries you can sustain after a vehicle accident that can impact your personal injury claim. Traumatic Brain Injuries Brain injuries can vary in severity; some can be from a minor...
Did you know that the premiums for automobile insurance are vary depending upon a number of different factors? Below are some of the reasons why insurance rates and premiums may differ: Obviously, the type and limits of the insurance policy you choose will impact how much you pay for your auto insurance premium. Too, the different areas of coverage on your policy as well as your deductible will impact...
I was reading the online newspaper and saw a staggering statistic. According to KSL.com, there were 179 automobile crashes over the Memorial Day weekend in Utah. The article went on to state that 177 of those crashes were nonfatal, while 2 did involve fatalities. I understand we have all been confined to our houses far too long and that everyone is highly anticipating the outdoors and freedom of...