Utah Car Accident Attorney

The Benefits of Working With a Utah Car Accident Lawyer

Anyone involved in a car accident can hire an auto accident attorney. You want to know why you might choose to work with a lawyer, and good reasons include:

The Complexity of Car Accident Cases

Some car accident survivors might think, “How difficult could it be to get fair compensation for a car accident?” Securing fair compensation for a car crash can be very difficult, in part because:

• Insurance companies and other liable parties may have no intention of paying you fairly (and may actively oppose your personal injury claim)
• It’s not always easy to tell who is on your side and who is working against your claim
• You may need to manage evidence, documentation of damages, witness info, insurance policy details, and much more information throughout your case—this degree of organization may be difficult considering your current condition

Good attorneys are organized, knowledgeable about motor vehicle accidents, and familiar with bad-faith tactics that can threaten accident claims like yours. They don’t work alone, either.

Your personal injury lawyer’s paralegals and other support staff will help with many aspects of your case. This help will reduce the risk of error and help your Utah car accident lawyer resolve the case as soon as possible.

The Time Demands of Your Case

Car accident cases take time to investigate, collect evidence, file claims and personal injury lawsuits, and negotiate a fair settlement. It’s noble to want to handle your case on your own, but you may not be in any condition to do so. Your health should be your priority right now.

If you want to put forth the strongest case possible, consider allowing a car accident attorney—someone with the time and resources your case requires—to represent you.

The Financial Benefits of Hiring a Law Firm

Working with an attorney has many benefits, and the financial benefits alone are considerable. Some financial perks of hiring a Utah car accident lawyer include:

• No upfront fees or costs: Our law firm partners generally use a no-win, no-fee structure known as a contingency fee. They only receive payment when you win your case. 
• The ability and willingness to hire experts: Experts can play critical roles in successful car accident cases, explaining details and specifics that validate the veracity of your claim.

Some firms even cover clients’ medical bills so that the client does not have to worry about those costs. Attorneys factor such upfront expenses into their fee structure. 

The Protection of a Utah Car Accident Attorney Affords You

You should not have to stress about:

• Insurance companies denying your claim
• At-fault drivers lying about how the accident happened
• Insurance companies lowballing your settlement
• Making any mistakes that could jeopardize your financial recovery

Speak with the Goldwater Law Firm about how a car accident attorney with one of our law firm partners will protect you, prevent costly mistakes, and fight for the compensation you may be entitled to receive.

The Physical, Psychological, and Emotional Toll of Car Accidents

Per the American Psychological Association (APA), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is “a relatively common occurrence” among car accident survivors. You must consider that you could have symptoms of PTSD and also face:

• Physical pain (which could be chronic)
• A low tolerance for stress
• Emotional anguish related to the accident
• Sleep problems
• A long recovery timetable

A car accident can disrupt your life in many ways, leaving you limited physically and cognitively. You may have little time or energy for your case, and that’s okay. Allow the Goldwater Law Firm to partner you with one of our co-counsels, who will handle your case professionally and urgently.

The Goldwater Law Firm Has Helped Car Accident Victims for More Than 20 Years

You should now recognize how you can benefit from working with a Utah car accident lawyer. Now, it’s time to decide which law firm to hire for your case. We recommend that you find your attorney through the Goldwater Law Firm because:

• We are one of the most widely recognized law firms in the United States, with our reputation for results preceding us
• Our compassion for clients comes easy, as we know that car accident victims are often scared, angry, and facing unfamiliar challenges
• Client service is guaranteed when you find your lawyer through the Goldwater Law Firm, which means our law firm partners go above and beyond a lawyer’s basic duties
• We have partnerships with many of the largest and most successful firms, and we’ll work to find the right law firm partner for your car accident case in Utah

We strive to set The Gold Standard of Injury Law. When you need help after a collision, there is only one firm to call. Call us today to learn more about us.

How Our Law Firm Partners Will Assist After Your Car Accident in Utah

First, you should be aware of Utah Code § 78B-2-307, which establishes a filing deadline for most personal injury cases. If you do not initiate your lawsuit soon (or have an attorney file the suit for you), you may risk missing your filing window. 

Our co-counsels are aware of this time-sensitive deadline, which is why they will waste no time in:

Taking Over All Insurance Claim-Related Activities

Your lawyer will represent you with the insurance companies. This may require them to:

• Become familiar with all insurance policies related to your accident
• File (or ensure the filing of) all necessary claims
• Pass along documentation of your accident-related losses
• Respond to any correspondence from insurance companies
• Negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf

Your lawyer will alert you to any settlement offers from the insurance companies. These offers are not always fair, so your lawyer will review all such offers before you accept.

Proving Who Caused Your Car Accident

The Utah Division of Motor Vehicles explains that the state uses no-fault insurance statutes. This means that a motorist’s own insurance provider may provide compensation for an accident, regardless of who is at fault for the collision.

Even if your own insurer pays for some of your losses, you may need to seek compensation from an at-fault motorist’s insurer if the cost of your losses exceeds your insurance coverage limits. You may also elect to sue the at-fault party.

If you need to file a third-party claim or sue, proving who is at fault for the accident will be a critical first step. 

Documenting the Damages Resulting From the Accident

Utah car accident attorneys will obtain everything that proves the cost of your accident, and this may include:

• Medical images of your injuries
• A doctor’s diagnosis of injuries, description of symptoms, and prognosis for your recovery timetable
• Medical bills
• Income statements, which may show a significant or total drop-off in income after your accident
• Invoices for property damage, car repairs, and temporary transportation services

Experts can be extremely valuable in documenting your damages. Your lawyer may even have a mental health professional evaluate you and testify about your pain and suffering.

Fighting for a Fair Settlement or Court Award

Your lawyer’s goal will be to get the maximum compensation possible. They will exercise the strategy they believe will most likely accomplish this goal. Whether this means settling with an insurer or going to trial, trust your attorney to do what is right for you—that’s their job.

Damages Car Accident Victims Often Receive Compensation For

No two accidents are identical, but most collisions produce similar damages. These damages can include:

• Medical costs
• Pain and suffering
• Lost income
• Diminished earning capacity
• Damage to your car 
• Disability and the many economic and non-economic damages that result from becoming disabled

The worst possible outcome of a car accident is a victim losing their life. If you’re struggling with the unexpected loss of a loved one, please contact us as soon as possible. Our law firm partners can provide you with a wrongful death attorney who can help your family.