Wrongful Death Involving an Unmarried Partner in Utah: Who Has the Right to Bring a Claim?
Two people may share a home, finances, responsibilities, and future plans without ever getting married. If one of them is suddenly killed because of someone else’s negligence, the surviving partner
When a Dog Bite Happens at a Utah Business: Can the Property Owner Share Liability?
A dog bite at someone’s home usually leads to an obvious first question: Who owns the dog? When the attack happens at a business, the answer may not resolve everything.
What Happens When a Utah Car Crash Is Caused by a Driver Who Was Working at the Time?
A car accident may initially appear to involve two drivers and two insurance companies. Then one detail changes the picture: the person who caused the crash was on the job.
When a Dog Attack Happens During a Delivery or Service Visit in Utah Homes
Delivery drivers, contractors, utility workers, landscapers, and other service professionals enter residential properties every day. While most visits are routine, some end with an unexpected dog attack that causes serious
The Role of Life Expectancy and Career Trajectory in Utah Wrongful Death Valuations
The value of a wrongful death claim is often misunderstood. Many people assume it is based primarily on funeral expenses or the income a loved one earned at the time
Helmetless Rider Found Unconscious After Critical Crash on Northbound I-15 in Draper
July 7, 2026, per KUTV 2News Report, a motorcyclist was transported to the hospital in critical condition following an early morning crash on Interstate 15 in Draper, Utah. The rider
Wind-Collapsed Roof Trusses Kill One Worker and Injure Three at Rich County Cabin Construction Site
June 29, 2026, per KSL News Report, one construction worker is dead, and three others were injured after a sudden gust of wind caused roof trusses to collapse at a
When a Delayed Death Follows an Injury: How Utah Law Connects Medical Causation to Liability
Not every wrongful death occurs immediately after a serious injury. In some cases, a person survives a vehicle collision, fall, or other traumatic event, only to pass away days, weeks,
Wrongful Death Claims Involving Adult Children in Utah: What Families Often Overlook
When a young child is killed due to someone else’s negligence, most people instinctively understand the devastating impact on the parents left behind. When the victim is an adult child,
When a Dog Has No Prior Incidents: Why Utah Owners Can Still Be Fully Liable
Many people assume that a dog owner is only responsible for dog bite injuries if their dog has shown aggression before. It is a common belief that a “first bite” is