Truck / 18-Wheeler Accident Lawsuit in Utah

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Statute of Limitations

Utah has a 4-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (Utah Code § 78B-2-307) — one of the more generous in the West. Modified comparative fault with 50% bar — recovery barred if plaintiff is 50% or more at fault. Claims against UDOT or state entities require compliance with the Utah Governmental Immunity Act (Utah Code § 63G-7-401) — notice within 1 year.

4 years from date of accident

Utah Data

Exposure in Utah

Source: UDOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024

Source: NHTSA FARS 2024

Source: UDOT Safety Data

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Utah

University of Utah Hospital — Level I Trauma Center