Personal Injury Attorneys in Salt Lake City, UT
Whether you’re traveling on Route 269 or taking a hiking tour to Twin Peaks via Ferguson Canyon, personal injuries can happen and leave you stranded, in pain, or out of work. When that happens, first get medical help, and then contact a Salt Lake City personal injury lawyer.
Losing sleep over a loss of income, a sudden inability to drive, or emotional trauma is hard enough, but worrying about those problems on your own can be overwhelming. A Salt Lake City personal injury lawyer from the The Garner Law Firm can help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve.
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Why Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer from The Garner Law Firm?
A Salt Lake City personal injury lawyer from The Garner Law Firm never sees you as just another case. While many firms take personal injury claims for granted, we are a client-centered firm. We don’t get paid if you don’t get paid.
After your case assessment, we give you a frank appraisal of your case. When you work with the team at the Garner Law Firm, we provide you with the personal cell phone number of your attorney so you know you get the attention you need. We want you to have counsel who cares about your case and also about the uncertainty you feel.
When you experience a personal injury, it can entail much more than a quick trip to the emergency room at St. Mark’s Hospital. It can mean you have to take time off work (potentially costing wages), you might need physical therapy (which takes time, energy, and pricey co-pays), your vehicle may be damaged, or you may have to have expensive surgeries or other medical procedures.
A Salt Lake City personal injury lawyer from the Garner Law Firm can help you reclaim:
- Payment of both current and future medical and mental health bills
- Lost wages due to any missed work/future missed work
- Reimbursement or payment for property damage
- Payment for pain and suffering from emotional trauma
We have successfully settled several million-dollar payouts, and we are fierce advocates for our clients.
Types of Personal Injury Cases
While traffic deaths hit a 6-year low in Utah in 2025, it doesn’t mean they don’t happen. According to the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), teen and motorcycle fatalities have both risen. Even if an accident isn’t a fatality, though, it can leave long-lasting effects on one or more parties involved, and the resulting medical treatments can cost thousands of dollars.
A traffic injury is not the only type of personal damage you deserve compensation for. Some of the personal injury cases we litigate are:
- Pedestrian accidents: If you are struck by a motorist in the Salt Lake City area, you could collect damages not only from the driver but, if the incident occurred due to faulty traffic signs or unsafe roads, from the municipality as well.
- Slipping and falling: If a slip and fall accident occurs due to the carelessness of a third party, do not dismiss it as a minor incident.
- Traumatic brain injuries: According to the International Brain Injury Association, brain injuries are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide.
- Dog bites: Dog bites may lead to disfiguring scars or lifelong mental health concerns.
Hiring a personal injury attorney can help save you the cost of medical bills as well as damages.
Comparative Fault Law
New insurance laws have left many Utahns confused about whether they can file a legal claim if they were partially at fault in an accident. Utah Code 78B-5-818, also called the comparative fault law, clarifies that you must be less than 50% at fault to collect damages. If you are partially at fault, your damages can be reduced by that amount.
A Salt Lake City personal injury attorney from the Garner Law Firm can help you navigate the legal complexities involved in filing a personal injury claim in the Salt Lake City District Court in the Third District Courthouse, 450 US-89, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
FAQs
What Is the Average Fee for a Personal Injury Lawyer in Salt Lake City?
The fee for a personal injury lawyer in Salt Lake City can vary depending on the amount of time spent researching your case, collecting evidence on your behalf, interviewing witnesses, and if needed, litigating in court. At the Garner Law Firm, we don’t get paid unless you get paid. We won’t take your case unless we believe it has merit.
How Hard Is It to Win a Personal Injury Case in Utah?
It can be difficult to win a personal injury case in Utah without the right representation. Both the plaintiff and the defendant must disclose all information in the case, including any witnesses, when and where the injury occurred, and any medical treatments.
You can aid your case by maintaining a record of all medical expenses and reporting the accident to the Salt Lake City Police Department.
What Should You Not Do After a Personal Injury?
You should refrain from doing several things after a personal injury. First, do not admit fault. You should never skip medical treatment, which creates a record to show you sustained injuries from your accident, and you shouldn’t downplay the pain you are experiencing.
Do not speak with insurance professionals without your lawyer. Insurance companies don’t want to pay for your injuries, so they often try to coerce statements that make it seem like their client is not at fault.
What Is the Hardest Injury to Prove in a Personal Injury Claim?
The hardest types of injuries to prove in a personal injury claim are those that do not show up on X-rays or other diagnostic tests. Traumatic brain injuries, if they are mild, often do not show up on initial tests. Soft tissue injuries may only show up in the doctor’s physical examination, if at all. It is critical to hire a lawyer who is well-versed in the types of evidence you need to prove your case.
Hire the Garner Law Firm for Personal Injury Claims
With years of experience in personal injury claims, the Garner Law Firm works with each client to get an outcome that suits their goals and needs. We’re not afraid of big insurance companies or employers. Contact us today to fight for your rights and your future.
