Layton Car Accident Attorney

Car accidents can be traumatizing events, leading to serious injuries, an inability to work, and financial difficulty. The Layton car accident attorneys with Handy & Handy understand your ordeal and are here to advocate for you. We can discuss your claim during a free, no-obligation consultation. Call us today to get started.

We Are On Your Side

After a car accident, it’s common for insurance companies to try to deny or minimize your claim. The lead attorneys at Handy & Handy have worked for some of the biggest personal injury law firms in Utah. You can trust us to protect your legal rights and interests from those who simply want to protect their profit margin. We can build your claim by:

Gathering strong evidence the other driver was at fault for the accident
Using the latest technology to identify additional evidence
Asserting legal claims based on the specific circumstances of your case
Demanding fair compensation for your case

Car Insurance Requirements in Utah

Utah law requires all drivers to carry minimum amounts of auto insurance, including:

$25,000 in bodily injury liability coverage per person
$65,000 in bodily injury liability coverage per accident
$15,000 in property damage liability
$3,000 in personal injury protection (PIP) coverage
Uninsured motorist coverage unless the insured waives it

Liability coverage pays for the damages you cause someone else in an accident. PIP coverage pays for an injured victim’s medical expenses, regardless of fault.

Under Utah’s no-fault insurance system, you must begin the claim process by seeking compensation through your own insurance coverage. If you suffer more medical expenses than your PIP coverage or a serious injury as defined by Utah law, you can step outside the no-fault system to pursue full compensation from the at-fault party, including for pain, suffering, and other non-economic damages.

The Car Accident Claim Process

If you are injured in an accident that is someone else’s fault, a personal injury lawyer can assist you throughout the claim process, which may involve the following steps:

Investigation

An experienced attorney begins the personal injury claim process by investigating the accident. This may involve:

Requesting the police report
Examining photos and videos of the crash scene
Interviewing witnesses
Gathering data and recordings from event data recorders and dashcams
Requesting cell phone records
Hiring accident reconstruction experts

This investigation helps identify how the accident happened and who is at fault.

Building a Claim

Next, we begin building a strong personal injury claim. We request your medical records and ensure you have reached maximum medical improvement so we know the full extent of your damages and the impact of your injuries. We also gather information about your lost income and other damages you have sustained.

Negotiation

An experienced attorney from our law firm can take the information we have meticulously gathered and submit a demand package to the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Their insurance company may make an offer to resolve the claim. We negotiate aggressively for maximum compensation.

Litigation

If the insurance company denies your claim or refuses to make a fair settlement offer, you can file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault driver. Utah’s statute of limitations requires you to file a lawsuit within four years of the accident. An experienced attorney can help you until the conclusion of your case.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation with an Experienced Layton Car Accident Attorney

You should not have to pay for someone else’s careless mistake. Let our experienced legal team pursue maximum compensation on your behalf. Call for a free, no-obligation case review.

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