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What If I get into An Auto Accident With an Unlicensed Driver?

In the United States, millions of people drive without a valid license. Approximately, 70% of unlicensed individuals drive regularly and have a higher accident rate compared to their licensed counterparts. Those most likely to drive without a valid license include teenagers, the elderly, those with certain medical conditions (i.e. Heart conditions, epilepsy, etc), and immigrants …

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Seat Belt Laws in Utah

Legal, Overview / By Emily

Utah Seat Belt Laws require all vehicle occupants to wear a seat belt. Additionally, children under the age of 8 must ride in a booster/car seat appropriate for their age, weight, and height. By Utah law, the driver of the vehicle is responsible to ensure all occupants in their vehicle are properly restrained by a …

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How Can a Sudden Medical Emergency Impact Utah Car Accident Claims?

Legal, Medical, Overview / By Stephanie

If an auto accident results from an unforeseen medical issue; resulting in a loss of consciousness or loss of vehicular control; the at-fault party can claim a sudden medical emergency as a defense. This defense will protect the at-fault driver from any personal liability associated with accident damages. Most states recognize a sudden medical emergency …

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Emergency First Aid/Good Samaritan Act

Legal, Medical, Overview / By Stephanie

When an accident occurs, many bystanders hesitate to provide emergency assistance in case a lawsuit comes against them. To encourage bystanders to help injured parties, most states have created Good Samaritan Laws. These laws protect the individuals that assist other parties in an emergency. The state of Utah does not require you to provide emergency …

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What If My Health Insurance Changes During my Accident Claim?

Insurance, Legal, Medical / By Stephanie

In the state of Utah, everyone involved in an auto accident can access Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance regardless of fault. However, once your PIP limit is exceeded, you may have to front the cost of your medical treatment with your own health insurance; receiving compensation once your claim has been settled. But what happens …

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Car Accident while on a Test Drive

Insurance, Legal / By Stephanie

Generally speaking, auto accidents that occur while on a test drive, are rare. However, when these accidents occur, the determination of liability can become extremely complex. For this reason, you will want to hire an attorney as soon as you can. The party who acted with the most negligence will be responsible for covering the …

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What to do if a Child is Trapped in a Hot Vehicle

1 Comment / Legal, Overview / By Stephanie

As summer comes to a peak, it is important to be aware of the danger that heat can pose to children, especially when it comes to hot vehicles. The inside of your vehicle may be anywhere from 40-50℉ hotter than the external temperature. For example, when the outside temperature is around 80℉, the temperature inside …

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Motorcycle Accidents

Insurance, Legal, Overview / By Emily

Motorcycles offer their drivers a sense of freedom and adventure, however, motorcycles are not safer than passenger vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle accidents have a higher rate of injury and fatality compared to passenger vehicles. The size of a motorcycle, and it’s lack of safety features like seatbelts …

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Why Is Auto Insurance Required?

Insurance, Legal, Overview / By Stephanie

Auto insurance protects you against any damage that you might cause to another driver or that you may sustain. Typically insurance required by the state includes bodily injury and property damage liability insurance. These mandated coverages provide financial relief for potential victims of any damages that may result from an auto accident. You must carry …

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Accidents with First Responders

2 Comments / Legal / By Stephanie

When an accident occurs involving first responders, the post-accident process may become exceedingly complex; as several legal protections exist to reduce their liability. These protections, otherwise known as sovereign immunity, remove liability in certain circumstances, such as auto accidents. However, each state has conditions that nullify this immunity. For instance, if a first responder acted …

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What If I get into An Auto Accident With an Unlicensed Driver?

Seat Belt Laws in Utah

How Can a Sudden Medical Emergency Impact Utah Car Accident Claims?

Emergency First Aid/Good Samaritan Act

What If My Health Insurance Changes During my Accident Claim?

Car Accident while on a Test Drive

What to do if a Child is Trapped in a Hot Vehicle

Motorcycle Accidents

Why Is Auto Insurance Required?

Accidents with First Responders

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