At Waddoups Law Personal Injury Attorneys, our Salt Lake City personal injury lawyers know that the “Statute of Limitations” is often one of the first legal terms prospective clients encounter when they research attorneys.
The statute of limitations is a law that sets a specific time limit within which legal proceedings must be initiated after an event occurs. Once this period expires, the right to file a lawsuit or take legal action is typically barred. Statutes of limitations are designed to ensure that cases are brought to court while evidence remains fresh and available, promoting fairness in the legal process.
The length of the statute of limitations varies depending on the type of legal claim and by state.
How Long Do Eligible Family Members Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Utah?
A wrongful death claim in Utah is a legal action brought by the surviving family members or the personal representative of the deceased person’s estate when someone’s death is caused by negligence, recklessness, or intentional actions of another party.
The purpose of a wrongful death claim is to seek compensation for the financial and emotional losses suffered by the deceased’s family as a result of their death.
Utah has a statute of limitations of two years from the date of death for filing a wrongful death claim.
Contact Our Skilled Wrongful Death Attorneys in Salt Lake City, Utah
Waddoups Law Personal Injury Attorneys has represented thousands of Utah clients, successfully obtaining settlements during negotiations and fighting for their rights and optimal outcomes in jury trials for more than 90 combined years.
If you have been hurt or lost a loved one in an auto accident caused by negligence anywhere in Utah, contact our Salt Lake City personal injury attorneys today to discuss your claim during a free consultation.
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