Utah Car Accident Settlement Guide
Average settlement values, statute of limitations, fault rules, insurance requirements, and everything Utah accident victims need to know to maximize their claim.
Average Settlement Values in Utah
These ranges reflect actual settlements and verdicts in Utah. Your specific case value depends on injury severity, liability clarity, insurance coverage, and quality of legal representation.
Whiplash & Soft Tissue
$7,000–$25,000
Most common injury type. Value depends heavily on treatment duration and documentation.
Herniated Disc
$55,000–$245,000
Significant injury requiring imaging, specialist care, and often physical therapy or surgery.
Broken Bones / Fractures
$35,000–$155,000
Value varies by bone, severity, and whether surgery was required.
Traumatic Brain Injury
$175,000–$1,350,000+
Among the highest-value injury types. Long-term impact on earning capacity is a major factor.
Wrongful Death
$350,000–$3,500,000+
Includes funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship.
Important: These are ranges based on historical data — not guarantees. Cases with strong liability, serious injuries, and experienced legal representation consistently achieve results at the higher end of these ranges. Cases with disputed liability, gaps in treatment, or no attorney representation typically settle at the lower end.
Utah Legal Rules & Requirements
Statute of Limitations
Utah Code Ann. § 78B-2-307. Government entities: 1-year notice required.
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Modified Comparative Fault (51% Bar)
Utah follows the 51% modified comparative fault rule. If you are 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover. If you are 50% or less at fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
No-Fault State
Utah is a no-fault state. Your own PIP insurance covers medical expenses up to $3,000 regardless of fault. You can sue the at-fault driver for injuries exceeding your PIP coverage or meeting the serious injury threshold.
Minimum Insurance Requirements
Bodily Injury Liability
$25,000 per person / $65,000 per accident
Property Damage Liability
$15,000
Notable Utah Verdicts & Settlements
Commercial truck accident causing spinal injury, Salt Lake County
2023
Wrongful death — distracted driver, Utah County
2022
Traumatic brain injury — intersection collision, Davis County
2023
These are representative examples. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Key Facts for Utah Victims
Utah is a no-fault state — PIP coverage is required
Utah has a 4-year statute of limitations — longer than most states
Salt Lake City is growing rapidly — traffic accidents are increasing
Utah's mountain roads contribute to serious accidents
Utah requires PIP coverage on all auto policies
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