Sandy Car Accident Attorney
If you were injured in a car accident in Sandy, Utah, you could be owed compensation that could pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. However, getting this money from the insurance company. An experienced Sandy car accident attorney from Handy & Handy can review your legal options during a free consultation. Call us today to get started.
Our Personal Injury Lawyers Help You During Every Step of the Claim Process
When you hire the experienced litigators at Handy & Handy, you have a trusted legal ally on your side who can help with every phase of your case including:
- Intake to explain your legal rights and whether you have a viable personal injury claim against another motorist
- Investigation and evidence-gathering to establish fault for the accident
- Negotiation that considers the long-term impact of injuries on your life
- Litigation if settlement negotiations fail
Contact our compassionate attorneys today to discuss your legal rights following a car accident.
Utah Car Insurance Laws
Utah uses a no-fault insurance system. Under this system, all motorists must maintain personal injury protection (PIP) that covers their medical expenses and other damages, up to policy limits, regardless of who is at fault for the accident.
In addition to PIP coverage, Utah law requires motorists to maintain liability insurance, which covers the damages they cause to someone else due to their negligent driving. Minimum liability insurance requirements in the state include:
- $25,000 in bodily injury liability coverage per person
- $65,000 in bodily injury liability coverage per accident
- $15,000 in property damage liability
Additionally, all auto insurance policies sold in the state come with uninsured motorist coverage unless the insured affirmatively waives it. Uninsured motorist coverage pays for your damages when someone at fault for an accident does not have insurance.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Sandy Car Accident?
The type of damages for which you can recover compensation depends on the circumstances surrounding the accident. Under the no-fault system, you cannot recover compensation for pain and suffering or other non-economic damages unless you suffer damages that exceed your PIP coverage or you suffer an injury that results in any of the following:
- Permanent disability
- Permanent impairment
- Permanent disfigurement
- Bodily dismemberment
If you can step outside the no-fault system, you can seek compensation for the full extent of your damages, including:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
An experienced personal injury lawyer can review your circumstances and explain the damages available for your claim.
What Is the Time Limit to File a Car Accident Lawsuit?
In Utah, you have four years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault driver. If you don’t take legal action within this timeframe, you can lose your opportunity to receive justice and compensation from the courts. Protect your rights by contacting an experienced personal injury lawyer who can take timely legal action on your behalf.
Call Handy & Handy for a Free, No-Obligation Case Review
If someone else caused your accident, you should not have to pay the consequences. Contact Handy & Handy for immediate legal assistance. Call us today for a free consultation.