Utah Accident Law Snapshot

Utah Car Accident Claims

Legal Options After a Car Accident in Utah

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Quick Facts

  • Statute: 4 years.
  • Fault Rule: Pure comparative negligence.
  • Minimum Coverage: $25,000 per person / $65,000 per accident / $15,000 property damage.

Key Facts for Utah Accident Claims

Statute of Limitations

4 years.

Personal injury claims

Fault System

Pure comparative negligence.

Comparative fault rules

Min. Liability Coverage

$25,000 per person / $65,000 per accident / $15,000 property damage.

State minimums

Uninsured Motorist

Must be offered unless rejected in writing.

Coverage status

Statute of Limitations in Utah

Comparative Fault: Pure comparative negligence. Minimum Liability Coverage: $25,000 per person / $65,000 per accident / $15,000 property damage. Uninsured Motorist: Must be offered unless rejected in writing.

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Utah's Fault System

Utah applies a pure comparative negligence system. Injured parties can recover damages even if partially at fault, but compensation is reduced proportionally. Accurate documentation of the accident, medical treatment, and witness accounts is essential to establish liability and maximize recovery under Utah law.

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Insurance Requirements

Utah drivers must carry minimum liability coverage of 25/65/15. Liability insurance protects other parties from bodily injury and property damage you cause. Insurers must offer uninsured motorist coverage unless rejected. UM coverage ensures financial protection if the at-fault driver lacks adequate insurance, helping victims recover medical expenses and property damages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Four years from the date of the accident.

Yes, damages are reduced by your percentage of fault under Utah's pure comparative negligence system.

25/65/15 coverage.

It must be offered but may be rejected; UM coverage protects victims if the other driver is uninsured.

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