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There are very few events in life that are more devastating than a tragic auto accident. According to the latest data from the Utah Department of Public Safety, in just one year there were 54,938 Utah car crashes, resulting in 29,221 injuries. That same year, someone died in an auto collision every 31 minutes. With the vast number of drivers on Utah highways, it is no wonder that so many people are injured in auto accidents.

Insurance companies do not always offer a fair settlement for an auto accident. If you have been hurt in an auto accident in Utah, do not wait to seek legal advice. Contact the experienced Utah auto accident attorneys at Christensen Law Firm, PLLC immediately after an automobile accident.

Distracted drivers, drunk drivers and poor road conditions are common causes of serious motor vehicle crashes. When someone is preoccupied by his or her cell phone, radio or passengers, or if that person is driving under the influence, then negligence is involved. You can be compensated for your injuries if the auto accident was caused by the other driver’s negligence. If the accident occurred because of unsafe road conditions, such as defective roadway surfaces, traffic sign obstructions and poorly designed roads and intersections, you may have a case.

Large trucks are also frequent causes of automobile accidents. In 2007, there were 54,961 large truck accidents across the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. When there is a large truck or tractor-trailer accident, not only is there a potential for serious injuries and property damage, but more legal issues are involved. To win a truck accident case, you must have an experienced Utah truck accident attorney who has an understanding of the federal laws regarding the trucking industry and will thoroughly investigate the available evidence and facts. Our truck accident lawyers have extensive experience representing victims who have been injured in large truck crashes and we will work hard to make sure you are adequately compensated for your injuries.

Christensen Law Firm has offices in Draper, Bountiful, and Orem, Utah. We represent Utah auto accident victims and their family members. Our law firm limits the amount of cases we represent so that each client will be able to receive personalized attention from one of our auto accident attorneys and not a paralegal. We know that auto accidents can result in emotional and physical pain for the victims. At Christensen Law Firm, we want to provide you and your family with the comfort and security that comes from receiving a proper settlement or jury ward for your injuries and damages.

There is a time limit as to when you can file a car or truck accident claim. If you miss the deadline, you could forfeit thousands of dollars in compensation. Contact us today for a free consultation regarding your Utah auto accident case.

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Christensen Law Firm handles auto accident cases that occurred on I-15, I-215, I-80, Highway 6 and Route 40. We also represent clients in Salt Lake County, Utah County, Davis County, Weber County, Salt Lake City, Draper, Sandy, Orem, , Bountiful, Provo, American Fork, South Jordan, West Valley, Taylorsville, Riverton, Murray, Holladay, Cottonwood, Centerville, Layton, Ogden, Pleasant Grove, Lehi, Springville, Payson, Spanish Fork, West Jordan, Price, Vernal, Park City, Nephi, North Salt Lake, Eagle Mountain, Santaquin, Clinton, Herriman, Bluffdale, Tooele, Grantsville, Ogden, Beaver and Fillmore.

Library for Car and Truck Accidents:

Utah’s Seat Belt Statistics and Enforcement Efforts
Description: Despite the fact that seat-belts are one of the most important safety tools available to drivers and passengers in Utah, seat-belt use in the state has dropped in the last few years. Improving seat-belt compliance in Utah would not only save lives but would also reduce the massive health-care burden imposed by the emergency treatment and rehabilitation of accident victims.
Common Lethal Driving Mistakes
Description: All of us are guilty of making driving mistakes. Swerving, overcorrecting, and distracted driving can all lead to fatal accidents. Here is a summary of several common driving mistakes that can have lethal consequences. If you have been in a Utah traffic accident, contact the Christensen Law Firm for a free consultation of your legal rights at 801.506.0800
Utah Motor Vehicle Accident Statistics
Description: The Utah Department of Public Safety’s Highway Safety Office collects and publishes information about traffic accidents in Utah every year. This article summarizes traffic crash data from the most recently available Highway Safety Office report. Included are statistics about overall crash data, the types of individuals involved in crashes, fatalities, and the types of people killed in crashes.
Holiday Travel and Deadly Traffic Accidents
Description: If you do much traveling on big holiday weekends in Utah, you have probably noticed the increase in traffic on those days and the number of impatient or distracted drivers. Unfortunately for families traveling on big holidays, the chance of being seriously injured or killed in a car or truck crash rises on these days. Data collected by the Utah Department of Public Safety’s Highway Safety Office reveals which holidays are the most dangerous, and also shows which months are more deadly than the rest.
What you need to know about spinal cord injuries
Description: The human spinal cord is an integral part of our central nervous system, responsible for many functions we rely on every day. Traumatic accidents like those experienced by victims of serious car and truck accidents can result in devastating damage to the spinal cord. Injury victims can experience partial or complete cord injury, which can lead to full or partial paralysis. If your spinal cord was injured in a motor vehicle accident, consider hiring experienced attorneys like those at the Christensen Law Firm to defend your rights.
Vehicle Rollover Crash Risks and Injuries
Description: While rollover accidents are not the most common kind of accident in Utah, they are responsible for nearly a quarter of all fatalities nationwide. Every month in Utah people are killed or seriously injured in rollover accidents. Find out what causes rollover accidents to happen, what types of motor vehicles are prone to rolling over, and what is being done to reduce the number of rollover deaths in the United States.
Could Texting While Driving Be Banned In Utah?
Description: Distracted drivers are a major problem on Utah roads and highways, and in an attempt to reduce the number of accidents caused by these drivers the Utah legislature has banned texting or emailing while driving. Their ban isn’t law yet, though, as the Governor still needs to give his blessing. What could this ban mean for Utah drivers? If you need help after a serious car or truck accident, please contact the Christensen Law Firm P.L.L.C. at 801-506-0800 (Draper), 801-224-2999 (Orem), or 801-294-9500 (Bountiful) for expert legal advice.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder after a Car or Truck Accident
Description: Serious car and truck accidents can result in a wide variety of injuries, including spine damage, head trauma, broken bones, and much more. What is often overlooked by accident victims, however, is the impact that the crash had on their mental health. New research is showing that up to 45% of accident victims could experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). To get help with a car or truck accident case, please contact the Christensen Law Firm P.L.L.C. at 801-506-0800 (Draper), 801-224-2999 (Orem), or 801-294-9500 (Bountiful) for expert legal advice.
Utah Study Links Car Accidents to Cell Phone Use – Even Hands Free
Description: Most Utah drivers know that talking on a cell phone while driving isn’t a great idea, but few know that hands-free devices don’t make a driver safer. There is ample research showing that it isn’t the type of device used that affects the safety of car conversations, it’s the conversations themselves that distract drivers. Experts urge drivers to ‘hang up and drive’ as there is no safe way to have a cell phone conversation while behind the wheel. If you need help with a car or truck accident case, please contact the Christensen Law Firm P.L.L.C. at 801-506-0800 (Draper), 801-224-2999 (Orem), or 801-294-9500 (Bountiful) for expert legal advice.
Winter Driving Tips
Description: Utah receives heavy snowfalls each year. Winter weather makes for dangerous driving conditions. Here is a compilation of some winter driving tips that will help you drive more safely during Utah snow storms.