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Understanding Personal Injury Law
Personal injury law allows individuals who have been harmed because of another person's negligence to seek financial compensation. These cases arise when a person or business fails to act with reasonable care and another person suffers injury as a result. Personal injury attorneys represent accident victims and help them recover damages for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering.
In the United States personal injury claims are governed by state tort law. Victims may pursue compensation through insurance claims or civil lawsuits. Lawyers investigate accidents gather medical records interview witnesses and negotiate with insurance companies. Because insurers often attempt to minimize payouts, legal representation can significantly improve the chances of obtaining fair compensation.
Serious injuries may lead to long term medical treatment disability or permanent changes in lifestyle. Lawyers help ensure compensation accounts for current and future medical costs rehabilitation and lost earning capacity.
Common Personal Injury Cases
- Car and truck accidents
- Slip and fall incidents
- Workplace injuries
- Defective products
- Dog bites
- Medical malpractice
Each type of case requires evidence such as accident reports photographs medical records and expert testimony.
When You Should Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer
Victims should consider contacting a lawyer when injuries require medical treatment or when insurance companies dispute liability. Legal advice is especially important when injuries cause long term disability or significant financial loss.
How the Legal Process Works
- Initial consultation and case evaluation
- Investigation and evidence gathering
- Insurance negotiations
- Filing a lawsuit if necessary
- Settlement or trial
Cost of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
Most personal injury attorneys work on contingency fees meaning clients pay no upfront legal fees. Lawyers typically receive between twenty five and forty percent of the recovered settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a personal injury lawyer do?
Personal injury lawyers investigate accidents gather evidence negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.
How long do personal injury cases take?
Some cases settle within months while complex cases involving serious injuries may take years.
What compensation can victims recover?
Victims may recover damages for medical expenses lost wages rehabilitation costs and pain and suffering.
Do most cases go to trial?
Most personal injury claims settle before trial through negotiation.
When should I hire a lawyer?
It is best to contact a lawyer soon after an accident so evidence can be preserved and legal deadlines are not missed.
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While in law school, I was involved in a car crash. A woman was texting on her phone and crashed into the back of my car while I was stopped at a red light. Going through the hassle and headache of the legal process alone made me realize just how difficult it is to pursue a claim against an insurance company. I decided that I wanted to be the voice for those who have been injured and speak up to the insurance companies in order to ensure that fair and adequate compensation is received. I have been passionate about helping anyone who is injured ever since. Also, I have done a great deal of work for the Deaf community and seek to provide legal services to the Deaf community in American Sign Language.
Ernest J. Istook, Jr., has been practicing law since 1977, interrupted somewhat by his 14 years as U.S. Congressman for Oklahoma’s 5th District, part of 25 years he served in federal, state and local office. He is licensed to practice law in Utah, Oklahoma, the United States Supreme Court and other federal courts.. Ernest moved to Utah in 2015 and began teaching political science at Utah Valley University and Brigham Young University, then joining Howard, Lewis & Petersen in 2019.. His law degree is from Oklahoma City University and his B.A. in journalism from Baylor University.. Ernest’s legal work has centered around litigation to remedy the wrongs which people encounter. This includes personal injury, medical malpractice, defective products, wrongful taking of property, business disagreements, real estate disputes, will contests, financial frauds, and untangling other challenging situations.. In Congress, Ernest successfully negotiated bipartisan consensus on billions of dollars of projects, as a subcommittee chairman on the House Appropriations Committee.. A highly-effective advocate and communicator, Ernest is a former columnist for The Washington Times. His writings have also been published in the Deseret News, Salt Lake Tribune, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and multiple other print and online outlets. Ernest is a former talk radio host, plus the Bott Radio Network aired 1,976 of his daily radio commentaries on over 100 stations.. Married since 1973, he and wife Judy have five children and fifteen grandchildren. Ernest has served three times as a Scoutmaster and was honored by the Boy Scouts of America with its Silver Beaver Award for his efforts. He also has been active in service and leadership roles of church work.. Ernest is a Distinguished Fellow at the Frontiers of Freedom Foundation; formerly he was a Distinguished Fellow at The Heritage Foundation and a Fellow at Harvard University’s Institute of Politics.. He is of Hungarian descent; Ernest’s father’s parents were born in Hungary and immigrated to the United States.
Since being admitted to the Utah State Bar, Samantha's practice has been focused on the resolution of all types of personal injury and wrongful death cases, including automobile and motorcycle negligence, trucking and commercial negligence, premises liability, construction accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, dog bites, and sexual harassment. Samantha has extensive experience as a civil litigator in both state and federal courts, and she has represented a diverse set of clients, including individuals, corporate clients, insurance companies, and their insureds. In so doing, Samantha gained valuable insight into the defense strategies and tactics of large corporations and insurance companies. She now uses this experience and insider knowledge to obtain the best results for her clients.. After Samantha's sister tragically lost her life from injuries sustained in an auto accident, Samantha gained valuable insight on the true emotional, physical, and financial costs arising from personal injury and wrongful death. This understanding serves as the bedrock of Samantha's conviction to zealously represent her clients in achieving a fair and just resolution.. Other Legal Pursuits and InterestsIn addition to representing victims of personal injury, Samantha is passionate about her work in representing victims of wrongful incarceration. In 2017, Samantha's legal efforts resulted in the exoneration of Mr. DeMarlo Berry, who spent more than two decades behind bars after he was wrongfully convicted of a 1994 murder that he did not commit. Thereafter, in 2020, Mr. Berry was the first individual in Nevada state history to receive a certificate of innocence, and with that, he was awarded $2.2 million in damages as part of Nevada's state compensation statute. Additionally, in 2021, Mr. Berry received an additional $14.5 million settlement from the local municipality and police department that was involved in his 1994 arrest and subsequent wrongful conviction.
I am the managing partner of Cutt Kendell & Olson. I have exclusively represented injury victims for my entire career. My practice includes all areas of personal injury with an emphasis on defective products, trucking accidents, premises liability, brain and spinal cord injuries, and wrongful death.. I have helped my clients recover millions of dollars through settlement, arbitration, and trial. I have worked on cases in many different states, and I have tried cases in Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming. I have written and/or argued appeals to the Utah Supreme Court, the Utah Court of Appeals, and the Federal Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from law school in 2005. I was named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers in 2009, Utah’s Legal Elite “Up & Comers” in 2011 by Utah Business Magazine, and one of “Utah’s Outstanding Young Lawyers” in 2012 by Salt Lake Magazine. I have been recognized as a Super Lawyer since 2014, I have been named in US News’ “Best Lawyers in America” since 2019, and I was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as Lawyer of the Year for 2023 in Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiff - in the Salt Lake City region.. I previously served as a volunteer member on the Board of Directors of Special Olympics Utah and am currently on the Board of Governors of the Utah Association of Justice.
Mike McKell is known as an attorney who brings passion to representing both his clients and constituents. He is the founding partner of Utah Legal Team, a current member of the Utah State Senate, and an avid runner.. In 2012, Mike was elected to represent House District 66 in the Utah House of Representatives. In 2020, Mike was elected to the Utah State Snate. Currently he serves as the Senate Chair for the Business and Econonim Development Appropriations Subcommittee as well as the Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee. Mike has served on the Higher Education Strategic Planning Commission. Mike has enjoyed his work in Higher Education more than any other area during his time in the House because it gives him opportunities to help the youth of Utah to expand their educational goals. Mike believes that time and effort spent helping our youth achieve their dreams is one of the best ways of improving the community as a whole.. Mike has also served on the following committees: House Standing Judiciary Committee, Chair; Interim Judiciary Committee, Co-Chair; Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environmental Quality Appropriations Subcommittee, past Vice-Chair and past Co-Chair; and the House Special Investigative Committee (Investigation of John Swallow). Each of these positions has helped Mike gain the knowledge and experience he needs to lead and make a difference for those he serves.. In his professional life, Mike has been admitted to the Utah State Bar, the United States District Court for the District of Utah, the United State Supreme Court, and the Arizona State Bar.. Mike’s law practice is primarily focused on insurance law and representing those who have been injured through no fault of their own. His passion for helping those who have been wrongly injured is matched by his enthusiasm for working for his constituents as a member of the Utah House of Representatives. Mike is a strong advocate for the underrepresented, in court and in the legislature.. Mike has been recognized as one of Utah’s Legal Elite and as a Mountain States Super Lawyer Rising Star. He is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell and has a perfect 10.0 AVVO rating. Mike participates in the Utah Association for Justice as well as the American Inn of Court.. Mike is a proud son of Ferron, Utah. Though many may not know where Ferron is located on a map, don’t be embarrassed to ask. Mike will tell anyone it is a wonderful community where people care about each other and work hard. Mike’s father was a dentist and a hobby farmer, which provided many life lessons of hard work to Mike that continued to help him to this day.. He and his wife, Brandi, are parents of four children. Mike loves hunting, fishing, and the outdoors, but his latest interest is ultra-distance running. Mike qualified for the Boston Marathon and has a goal to run all six world major marathons and not break any additional bones in the process. Anyone who knows Mike has learned that he works relentlessly to achieve his goals and represent his constituents. If Mike possessed a superpower, it would be his love for working hard for his clients and his community.. RECENT AWARDS. AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubble, bestowed on less than 10% of lawyers nationally, https://www.martindale.com/spanish-fork/utah/michael-k-mckell-4290613-a/. AVVO Superb Ranking, , https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/84660-ut-michael-mckell-3415675.html. Utah Legal Elite, Utah Business Magazine. Utah Legal Elite Rising Star, Utah Business Magazine. Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine. 40 Under 40, Utah Valley Business Magazine,. Outstanding Eagle Scout Award, Utah National Parks Council, Boy Scouts of America, bestowed on individuals who have made significant local, regional and statewide career achievements,. Education Partnership Award, Nebo School District. Representative of the Year, Utah Rural Telecom Association. Friend of Agriculture, Utah County Farm Bureau. Legislator of the Year, Utah Technology Council. Legislative Business Champion, Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce. Stewardship Award, Utah Division of Wildlife Services. Teddy Roosevelt Stewardship Award, Sportsman for Fish and Wildlife. Champion for Economic Freedom, Americans for Prosperity Utah
Bretton cares about providing Personal Legal Service to his clients. Bretton cares about establishing long term relationships with clients and appreciates those he has an opportunity to serve. He enjoys taking cases that allow him to provide help to those in difficult situations – when an injury, death or major economic loss has taken place.
Before law school, I worked in a "blue collar" job environment, driving commercial lumber trucks or working on construction sites. Since I began practicing law in 2012, workers' compensation was a natural fit for me because of that background. I've tried numerous cases in front of the Utah Labor Commission, settled millions of dollars' worth of workers' compensation cases over the years, and generally have a no-nonsense approach to evaluating the strength of my clients' cases, or the weaknesses in the defense.
I help people who have been seriously injured in an accident. These people need more than an attorney, they need someone who will explain the process, get them fair treatment, and put their minds at ease. I strive to be that person - a true advocate.
After years of working to protect insurance companies' bottom lines, I decided to utilize the wealth of information and knowledge I gained to fight to protect the rights of those who have been injured by the carelessness of others. We specialize in personal injury and medical malpractice and only handle these types of cases on a contingency fee basis. At the Lowe Law Group, we do not get paid until you get paid. I am licensed to practice law in Utah, Nevada, California, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Alaska and the District of Columbia. Call today for a free consultation..
Mr. Macfarlane represents people who have suffered personal injuries such as severe injuries from accidents, product liability issues and medical malpractice. He has handled over 12 spinal cord injury cases which included paralysis. He has particular experience in cases where the injury and medical expenses exceed the policy limits of any insurance that covers the accident. He has worked on numerous cases fighting Medicaid or other health insurance liens poised to take all settlement funds from the injured client. He has obtained many verdicts and settlements in excess of $1,000, and handled 3 cases where the settlement was over $4,000,. Mr. Macfarlane serves as National Counsel for the largest basketball equipment manufacturer in the world.. He understands what you are going through because he is an accident victim himself. When he was 17 years old, he was hit on his motorcycle by a distracted driver. As a result, he had his left leg amputated 7 inches above the knee. He also was in an accdient where a driver fell asleep resulting in two compression fractures of his back. So he understands the medical bills that flood in for accident victims and the ongoing problems that they can face victims for the rest of their life. Wouldn't you rather have an attorney that is not just good at what he does, but also understands exactly what you are facing? In most instances, he can represent you without charging a fee until he wins your case. Except for medical malpractice cases, he can represent you for only 25% on any case before filing a complaint, where most lawyers charge up to 40%. Why would you do that when you can have a lawyer with 33 years of experience at a full 25% less in fees. Specialties: Utah law on product liability personal injury, personal injury litigation, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, insurance coverage litigation, catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, fair debt collection practices, insurance bad faith injury, uninsured and underinsured motorist injury, motorcycle and bicycle personal injury, boating injury, Utah Medicaid liens, and negotiation of personal injury cases.
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I am an Attorney at law duly sworn and authorized to practice law in Utah and California, and a devoted and aggressive advocate for my clients in the pursuit of the full amount of compensation they deserve. I have extensive experience in negotiating and litigating personal injury claims for adults and children including car accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents, motorcycle accidents, brain injuries, dog attacks, and wrongful death claims.. Personal communication is my top priority and unlike many attorneys I make myself available to speak to clients directly. I am Fluent in Spanish. I completed my law degree and MBA through Western State College of Law, studied History and Latin American Studies at Weber State University, and I completed an International Law study abroad program in Madrid, Spain.. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two children, playing soccer competitively, traveling, and reading classic novels.
I've been practicing law for 13 years and am licensed in CA (inactive) and UT. I recently refocused my career on personal injury and am loving the opportunity to help people who have been hurt. I'm working with a team of top notch attorneys at Robert J. Debry and Associates. I'm a laundry-ninja and avid reader. I practice Muay Thai and love getting outside. I'm an abolitionist (see O.U.R Rescue) and try to make a difference where I can. I like crunchy peanut butter on my waffles and have a weakness for chocolate. I'm a proud father and hope that my children grow up to be better than I am. I'm fortunate to be married to the beautiful and talented Molly Bice Jackson (who you may have seen performing in various theatres, on TV, or followed on social media - she's much prettier than me). Having lost our first child Lucy in a tragic accident we started a charity (A Good Grief) to help others deal with loss. While we no longer operate the charity (raising kids is hard work) we still try to serve in our communities and look for ways to make the world a better place. I'm committed to my helping my clients and the people around me because I believe we can all improve our lives and help others to be healthier, happier, and wiser.