Utah Personal Injury Laws
Utah uses a modified comparative fault system with a 50% bar and has a 4-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. The state does not cap non-economic damages in general personal injury cases, though punitive damages face restrictions. Utah's rapidly growing Wasatch Front population has increased the volume of traffic accidents and personal injury litigation in recent years.
Statute of Limitations
4 years
Fault Rule
Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Utah
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Utah.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $20,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $16,000 |
| Dog Bite | $30,000 |
Key Utah Personal Injury Statutes
- •Utah Code Ann. § 78B-2-307 (statute of limitations)
- •Utah Code Ann. § 78B-5-818 (modified comparative fault, 50% bar)
- •Utah Code Ann. § 18-1-1 (dog bite strict liability)
Damage Caps in Utah
Utah does not impose a general cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. This means there is no statutory limit on pain and suffering awards in most cases.
Utah does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Utah
Learn more about specific injury types and how Utah law applies to each.
Major Cities in Utah
Personal injury attorneys in Utah serve clients in Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, West Jordan, Orem, and surrounding areas. If you have been injured in any of these cities, the same state laws described above apply to your claim.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.