Salt Lake City personal injury lawyer, Craig Swapp and Associates are available to assist all personal injury victims throughout Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming. Our team can help you obtain financial recovery from just about any type of accident. If you’ve recently become an injured victim in a car accident, don’t hesitate to contact Craig Swapp & Associates for immediate assistance from accident lawyers you can trust.
Legal proceedings can be complex, and the impact an injury or illness caused by another party can have on your life can be dramatic. In some cases, your loved one may not be the only one injured. But deciding whether to pursue justice via a mass tort or class action claim requires understanding the differences between the two.Fortunately, your mass tort lawyer has the answers. We’ll cover both mass tort and class action cases below and discuss where they differ, providing the clarity you need to file a successful claim.What Is a...Continue Reading...
It only takes a moment of carelessness to lead to a devastating accident. Sadly, many of these situations can lead to wrongful death.If someone else's transgression results in the death of a loved one, you may want closure, as well as the funds to recover. A lawsuit can help, but the time frame for filing a claim is limited.The family or the beneficiaries of the deceased may have the right to sue, but the statute of limitation can limit the luxury of time they have to act. If you’re struggling to act in time following a wrongful death...Continue Reading...
Utah has its fair share of trucks and semi-trucks that are bringing in goods or passing through to other states. The trucking industry plays a big role in steering the economy, but trucks are also among the top causes of severe injuries and fatalities on the roads. As such, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has enacted several laws for trucking drivers and their employers to maintain order and safety. If you’re a truck driver, understanding these laws will guarantee both your and other road users’ safety.For...Continue Reading...
Individuals who have been involved in a commercial truck accident often suffer debilitating and life-changing injuries. Unfortunately, accidents involving trucks are often caused by negligence. In cases like these, the injury victim may be entitled to compensation for all they have been through. But every truck accident case is different, and determining who is responsible for causing the accident is essential if the victim is to be awarded fairly for their suffering. Below, we describe in greater detail who might be found liable for a truck...Continue Reading...
Motor vehicle accidents involving commercial trucks are often catastrophic. It is not uncommon for involved parties to suffer debilitating injuries and even succumb to their injuries, leaving behind devastated family and friends. Accidents of this nature rarely are considered true accidents. These types of collisions are most commonly caused by the negligent or irresponsible actions of an individual or entity. We describe some of the more common causes of truck accidents when you read on. Driver NegligenceDriver mistakes and negligence...Continue Reading...
