Entries by Chris Cockayne

Spike in e-bike crashes sparks safety concerns across Utah

Image (E-Bike) SALT LAKE CITY — A series of recent crashes in Herriman, Farmington, and South Jordan are just part of several serious accidents reported this summer. As the use […]

Pedestrian killed, two critically injured in Midvale crash

MIDVALE, Utah — A deadly accident in Midvale left one pedestrian killed and two others critically injured after an auto-pedestrian crash that shut down State Street in both directions. The […]

Car Insurance After a Crash in Utah: What To Know Now

After a Utah crash, your PIP pays first for medical bills, up to $3,000. You can pursue the at fault driver when costs pass $3,000 or for serious injuries. Report, […]

Car Crashes Into American Fork Building

Image: KUTV AMERICAN FORK CANYON, Utah (Cockaynelaw) — A crash occurred Saturday morning when a suspected reckless driver lost control and struck a building after an alleged impaired driver cut […]

After a Fatal Car Crash in Utah: Real-World Legal Guidance For Families

After a fatal crash in Utah, a personal representative brings a wrongful death claim for all heirs. Most cases must be filed within two years. Death bypasses Utah’s no fault […]

Head-On Collisions: Causes, Injuries, and Your Legal Options

Head-on crashes happen when two vehicles strike front to front. They cause severe head, neck, chest, and leg injuries. In Utah, PIP pays first, but you can sue once thresholds […]

18-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by TRAX Train in Murray

MURRAY, Utah — An 18-year-old girl died Wednesday afternoon after being hit by a TRAX train in the Salt Lake Valley. The incident occurred around 4 p.m. at the Murray […]