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Personal Injury Law in Utah
Utah follows a modified comparative negligence system with a 50% bar rule. You can recover damages only if your fault is less than 50%. When you’re 49% or less at fault, compensation is reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Being 50% or more at fault eliminates recovery rights entirely.
The statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Utah is four years from the date of injury. Medical malpractice claims must be filed within two years of discovery or within four years of the negligent act, whichever comes first. Wrongful death actions have a two-year limitation period.
Utah caps non-economic damages at $450,000 in non-medical malpractice cases and $500,000 in medical malpractice cases (both adjusted for inflation). The state maintains specific statutes governing premises liability and product liability. Utah’s diverse geography—from urban centers (Salt Lake City) to world-class ski resorts to national parks—creates unique injury scenarios. The state sees significant recreational accident cases including skiing injuries, hiking accidents, and ATV-related injuries. Utah’s growing technology sector and construction boom also generate workplace injury cases. The state’s predominantly LDS population sometimes affects jury dynamics in personal injury cases.
